Christina' s 35 Truck

[BillGardner]

what he said. my cab is 1/2" wider than the frame. the spacers go on each side of the frame to make up the difference between the frame and bed sides

[BillGardner]

found that the spacers for my truck were only needed right behind the cab. the bed sides stuck out with a gap of I used the spacers in the middle and the back. everything sits nice and flush when I only use the spacers in the front.

[wallace18]

I think you have to make your own spacers as one size will not work everywhere. I have none at the back and 1/4" at the front and 1/8" in the middle for a good fit. I think it will be different for each persons build. Keep up the good work!

[BillGardner]

I couldn't resist dropping the wood in for a test fit. Cut the stainless strips to length. The strips come with concealed hardware that I'll use to secure it to the stainless sheet.

[BillGardner]

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[BillGardner]

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[wallace18]

Looks great! May I ask where did you get the wood and strips? I can see that a wood bed will hide some unsightly gaps the steel bed floor and tailgate leave behind on my truck.

[Marv]

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Great looking wood

[BillGardner]

I got the wood and slats as on option from Factory Five. I'm not sure what type of wood the production kits will have. If I recall, Tony said this is hickory.

[BillGardner]

I put my salt flats wheels on the truck and set it on the ground. sometimes I forget how cool it really is to build these things20180825_221136.jpg

[WIS89]

Bill-

She looks great! I have enjoyed watching your progress. That stance is awesome! The bed wood looks great. It really is a great looking truck!

What does your wife think so far? Has she decided on a color yet, or did I miss it somehow?

Great progress, and I agree with you; it really is cool to build one of these cars! Great work!!

Regards,

Steve

[BillGardner]

purple candy over a metallic black base. I was thinking of a bright flashy color, but I was out voted.

[rponfick]

Bill, love the wood bed.

Have you had any thoughts about sealing the wood to the SS sides and front? Or will you leave it open? I am wondering about water seepage, and if I would create a swimming pool if I seal everything.

Thanks, Ralph

[1932]

Need room for boards to grow and shrink with humidity.

[BillGardner]

Need room for boards to grow and shrink with humidity.

I won't be sealing the wood to the stainless. I'm just going to set it up against the sides and let any water run through.