The Beast Runs.

Plushy · Apr 13, 2009

Are you still going to Flame the front ? or use it as is ? :headscrat

You will have to let me know how the lpg/diesel mix goes with fuel economy as i am looking at similar in the future for a F250 .

HOTFR8 · Apr 14, 2009

Got the front ALCOA's on today. Will update with some more photos later in the week. All the fiddly stuff now like making dash knobs etc. made one from a Sleeper cab rivet that will make a few people stop to work out what it is.

Plushy said:
Are you still going to Flame the front ? or use it as is ?

I gave up on the flames idea some time ago and will be getting some sign writing done soon along with some pinstriping as it will suit it better.

Plushy said:
You will have to let me know how the lpg/diesel mix goes with fuel economy as i am looking at similar in the future for a F250 .

As for the Diesel / LPG I already know just how well it will work once we Dyno tune it. I got the system from Global Fuel Solutions http://gfsi.com.au/ if that helps you. But be warned some of the newer Diesels can not have LPG systems fitted. If you want more info PM me and I will send you some contact details.

HOTFR8 · Apr 14, 2009

A few things left to do now. :thumbup:

Check wiring loom, Install TV and DVD, Signage on the doors, Upholstery, Cruise control, Set up the auto as a manual shift kit, Finish off the paint underside, Finalise and tune the LPG and gas up the Aircon system.

HOTFR8 · Apr 16, 2009

17th- April 2009.
Finaly took these old Split rims off the front.

and fitted the ALCOA's.

This is a photo from the back.

Sorry it is a little dark ( ARTY

) but it puts the project in perspective.

38Chevy454 · Apr 17, 2009

Looks nice with the new front wheels. So have you actually taken it out on the road yet? I bet that engine and the LP help will be a torque monster.

PAToyota · Apr 17, 2009

Sorry to hear that you aren't doing the flames, but still looking great anyways!

HOTFR8 · Apr 17, 2009

PAToyota said:
Sorry to hear that you aren't doing the flames, but still looking great anyways!

I have decided to go with some more suitable (period looking) Pinstriping and to Sign write the doors. I will see what you think when it is done. The flames in the multi colors would be a lot of work. I am talking to my local Sign writer at the present as he works in with the paint shop I have used.

38Chevy454 said:
Looks nice with the new front wheels. So have you actually taken it out on the road yet? I bet that engine and the LP help will be a torque monster.

No, it has not been on the road yet. Still have to work out the Auto and perhaps fit a manual kit to that C6. Your not the only one to tell me that about it being a Torque Monster. In fact the 6BT is a big motor in what is a small truck. A 4BT would have been ok but then I am a Hot Rodder so the
6BT more power or in this case more Torque :evil:

.

HOTFR8 · Apr 21, 2009

Have now installed the television into the sleeper cab. I have the UHF and 27mhz CB antennas fitted and the cables run. Just have to wait for the upholstery fellow to finish off his part of the job.

Will post more photos soon.

OZChris · Apr 22, 2009

Looks great

Plushy · Apr 22, 2009

Simon are you going to the Lancefeild Swapmeet on the weekend ?

HOTFR8 · Apr 22, 2009

Plushy said:
Simon are you going to the Lancefeild Swapmeet on the weekend ?

No, I did consider it. To busy on the project at present. Went last year and was impressed.

HOTFR8 · Apr 22, 2009

23 April 2009.

Front Salt style push bar has gone back on as well as the CB antennas.

TV in Sleeper Cab. Still waiting for the upholstery to be finished.

Front Cab less the seats.

HOTFR8 · Apr 27, 2009

All coming together now.

Carpet is in. Black so you can not see it

Seats back in.

Cushions in the sleeper cab.

A better look at the seats. Just a few small jobs to do in the cab now.

Plushy · Apr 28, 2009

Great Progress Simon ! Wish my Blitz was progressing that fast

HOTFR8 · Apr 28, 2009

Plushy said:
Great Progress Simon ! Wish my Blitz was progressing that fast

When you get to the stage I am now at I can tell you it does progress fast.
Your Blitz will be the same.

Major delay is the LPG rebate at present

HOTFR8 · Apr 29, 2009

A delay in the project whilst I deal with Government red tape can be read about here >

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=468586&posted=1#post468586

meanwhile it all goes back together.

HOTFR8 · May 1, 2009

With a bit of luck :fingersx:

next week it will be back in my workshop again next week. :rocker:

I will update with some new photos. Upholstery is finished and the next thing I have to do is make sure all the wiring loom is intact so we do not short anything out.

HOTFR8 · May 3, 2009

and I should have added sort out the insurance :wtf:

as that looks like another delay now.

HOTFR8 · May 4, 2009

A day late posting these as I have been very busy.

Yes, that is the open door to my workshop.

The list to finish it is getting smaller.

T_F_E · May 6, 2009

Awesome looking truck! I just got myself a 49 f6, thats been sittin, rotting in a field for the past 20 years. I finally got spark and it to fire a couple days ago.

HOTFR8 · May 7, 2009

T_F_E said:
Awesome looking truck!

Thank you.

T_F_E said:
I just got myself a 49 f6, thats been sittin, rotting in a field for the past 20 years. I finally got spark and it to fire a couple days ago.

Good for you. :beer:

Sorry but I am still stunned that you have such a good truck and what you intend to do with it. I can see great potential :thumbup:

considering what mine was like when I started.

T_F_E · May 7, 2009

HOTFR8 said:
Good for you. Sorry but I am still stunned that you have such a good truck and what you intend to do with it. I can see great potential considering what mine was like when I started.

I know the potential it has, but now I'm 17 with my income limited by how much wood I can cut. I would love to restore it or do anything like you have done with yours :bowdown:

HOTFR8 · May 7, 2009

T_F_E said:
I know the potential it has, but now I'm 17 with my income limited by how much wood I can cut. I would love to restore it or do anything like you have done with yours

Well may I then offer you some advice.

My 1st car was like your truck. I just needed a car to drive. I looked after it like it was the best car I would ever have. One day I could afford to do it up and I still have it today. It only comes out when I want a nice car to drive.

:thumbup:

If you do that one day you will have a vehicle that some one may just :bowdown:

to you.

HOTFR8 · May 14, 2009

I have had some good publicity recently.

http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au...l/simon-builds-a-greenmodel-ford/1512589.aspx

Article fails to mention my plans for BIO Diesel.

EDITED note: Thanks to Rocket I did not know they posted it on the web.
How the heck did you find it Rod ???

Skyline · May 14, 2009

Truck looks great. Can't say I get the antennas mounted on the bumper. I would think that they would be kind of annoying while driving. Here in the states, most big rigs mount their CB antennas on the mirrors. It would seem to make more sense....

HOTFR8 · May 15, 2009

Skyline said:
Truck looks great.

Thank you.

Skyline said:
Can't say I get the antennas mounted on the bumper. I would think that they would be kind of annoying while driving. Here in the states, most big rigs mount their CB antennas on the mirrors. It would seem to make more sense....

Height was an issue to mount them on the mirrors as I would be forever taking them off to get into places or breaking them under trees etc

. I did intend to mount them behind the sleeper but ran out of room after I mounted the mobile/cell phone. It is legal to mount them that way here as it is the opposite side to the driver. Most Road trains run the big UHF antennas on the front like that here so that was one reason for doing it.

HOTFR8 · May 21, 2009

I turned the key again today, almost 12 months ago since it was last running and that was before all the body work and paint. Not long to rego now. I have to get the DVD player fitted. :rocker:

as well as the auto, finish the paint work and the sign writing etc. Sort out the LPG ( Propane ) :fingersx:

.

Plushy · May 21, 2009

Photos Simon i need PHOTOS

I bet your itching to get the Beast on the road !

HOTFR8 · May 22, 2009

Plushy said:
Photos Simon i need PHOTOS I bet your itching to get the Beast on the road !

No more photos to update as yet. Nothing more to see. A week I may have some more for you :thumbup:

HOTFR8 · Jun 4, 2009

Who wanted more photos ?

5th June. I had my first short drive today out of my workshop ready to go back to the paint shop to finish off a few things. Only First & Reverse in the Auto until I get the manual shift kit fitted.

The Big Inline 6 Cummins just purrs.

HOTFR8 · Jun 4, 2009

Any one reading this topic may also like to read another topic >

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34907

About the grey area of the rules for an LPG (propane) Rebate.

Plushy · Jun 5, 2009

Looks Great Simon ! It will certainly get people`s attention . Just noticed the mirrors can you see past the sleeper cab with them ?

Rocket · Jun 5, 2009

HOTFR8 said:
I have had some good publicity recently.

http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au...l/simon-builds-a-greenmodel-ford/1512589.aspx

Article fails to mention my plans for BIO Diesel.

EDITED note: Thanks to Rocket I did not know they posted it on the web.
How the heck did you find it Rod ???

Trade secret :bounce:

Not much gets passed me mate !!

Great to se she's out of the shed ......under her own steam :thumbup:

HOTFR8 · Jun 5, 2009

Plushy said:
Looks Great Simon ! It will certainly get people`s attention . Just noticed the mirrors can you see past the sleeper cab with them ?

Thank you

. I hope it does. Yes, I can see past the sleeper.

Rocket said:
Trade secret
Not much gets passed me mate !!

Great to se she's out of the shed ......under her own steam

So I have noticed :wtf:

It is back in the paint shop now. Still waiting for the parts for the Auto to arrive.

HOTFR8 · Jun 9, 2009

The body & paint shop I am using specialise in Mack Truck Restoration so on his advise I am now adding a lot of metal nut covers to any visible bolt on the truck similar to these

just to give it some more bling.

HOTFR8 · Jun 17, 2009

Installed the DVD / Stereo system yesterday. Sorry no photos yet. System is hidden in the glove box with a 400 Watt Amp in the sleeper with four 350 Watt Speakers also located in the sleeper. The flat screen TV works well with the system.

Rocket · Jun 18, 2009

HOTFR8 said:
Installed the DVD / Stereo system yesterday. Sorry no photos yet. System is hidden in the glove box with a 400 Watt Amp in the sleeper with four 350 Watt Speakers also located in the sleeper. The flat screen TV works well with the system.

But ya can't watch telly & drive :lol_hitti

HOTFR8 · Jun 18, 2009

Rocket said:
But ya can't watch telly & drive

I know that, passengers in the back will enjoy it. :thumbup:

Should look good at shows with the Sleeper cab door open and the Sleeper acts like a big sound box.

HOTFR8 · Jul 3, 2009

Stuck in 1st gear at present - :sad:

Please see this topic -

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=525131#post525131

Can any one suggest where I may be able to buy a Manual valve kit for C6 Auto either in Australia or the USA ? Preferably a reputable place. :fingersx:

Rocket · Jul 3, 2009

HOTFR8 said:
Stuck in 1st gear at present - Please see this topic -

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=525131#post525131

Can any one suggest where I may be able to buy a Manual valve kit for C6 Auto either in Australia or the USA ? Preferably a reputable place.

?????????????
Why ??
Whats wrong with a normal trans ? (not that I've got anything against full manual)
So whats wrong with the trans??

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