FLFrank's '35 Hot Rod Truck Build

[VIRGIN MIKE]

Looking good

[FLFrank35]

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The doors still droop a little and the bottom rear corners aren't flush. A little water got in when I gave it it's first bath. I guess I'll have to upgrade the door seals.
Otherwise, I think it's ready for the road...just waiting for my title/tags.

Thanks to everyone who provided input and answers!! I really appreciate it

[Chopper]

Lookin' good! I really like your quilted trans cover/headliner.
And it's done, but you'd be bored if there wasn't something to work on!

[tony]

It looks excellent. I really like the interior. Should be winning best in local shows before summers end!

[Robodent]

Congrats on your build. It looks great. Thanks for the pics you gave me some ideas on how to upgrade my interior this winter. Rob.

[RuffShod]

Well done!!!

Excellent craftsmanship!!!

[FFinisher]

Looks fantastic, those doors are tough....

[Salty Chief 35]

Outstanding!
Jeremie

[edwardb]

I like it a lot. Looking forward to mine getting that far along. I like your interior roof treatment. I may copy something like that for mine.

[RuffShod]

I like it a lot. Looking forward to mine getting that far along. I like your interior roof treatment. I may copy something like that for mine.

Interior looks allsome!!! I'd like to see a video or detailed explanation of what you used to do it, how it was attached, etc. I've never been exposed to that type of craftsmanship.

[FLFrank35]

Interior looks allsome!!! I'd like to see a video or detailed explanation of what you used to do it, how it was attached, etc. I've never been exposed to that type of craftsmanship.

LOL..."craftsmanship" . I'm probably more of a hack, but thanks for the comment. I've only done a sailboat headliner prior to this and this was different...there were channels on the ceiling of the boat to tuck the headliner into and no rollbar. With the truck, I kind of improvised. I am not a carpet/headliner installer and I am not good with cutting material around curves/corners. I had to figure it out as I went along.

To start off, my body guy noticed that the roof was sagging (I didn't see it) so he added some wood bracing.
I think he epoxied it or used resin. That gave me something to screw into, which worked out well because I had planned to add some fir strips anyway.

Next, I put some Dynaliner on the ceiling and sidewalls.
I cut out around the wood strips. Ideally, I think you'd want the wood fir strips and the insulation the same thickness so it's relatively level. My wood strips are about 1/2" thick and the Dynaliner I used is 1/2" thick.

Then, I took some measurements, cut the cardboard and screwed it to the wood strips.
I cut 2 pieces so it would be easier to slide into place above the rollbar. Had to go in and out several times to cut it just right. I used a sharp utility knife and #8-9/16" truss screws to screw into the wood. Very important...do not screw through the roof...obviously. Note: You have to leave a small gap at the edges/corners so you can tuck the material into it to hide the edges...in other words, cut the cardboard smaller than the surface area of the ceiling, don't go all the way to the sides/corners with the cardboard. Ideally you should have a gap (1/4" - 1/2") between the cardboard and the ceiling and enough room so you can tuck the material around the edges.

Next, I applied some heavy-duty Velcro about every few inches and here is where I erred...
The adhesive-side of the Velcro sticks fine to the Dynaliner, fiberglass, and cardboard, but it does not adhere the the vinyl headliner foam-backing. I removed the Velcro from the ceiling and used Shurtape double-sided carpet tape. That also sticks very well to everything but, like the Velcro, doesn't adhere to the vinyl headliner foam-backing. My goal here was to make it removable (in case I wanted to add/change something later) but the next attempt will be to use 3M spray adhesive which will make it pretty permanent.
I cut the material larger than needed then trimmed it once it was in place with a good pair of scissors. You'll want 1 to 2" (or as needed) extra headliner material around the edges of the cardboard. I used a putty knife to tuck the excess material up above the cardboard into the gap. If it has trouble staying in place, use some of the double-side carpet tape.

For the sidewalls I used trunk liner material (carpet would probably work just as well). It was inexpensive and easy to work with. I sticks well to the hook-side of the Velcro. Disclaimer: I have several pieces around my corners and around the doors because I haven't learned to cut material around curves. A lot of trial/error, but the edges of the material blend together well and stick to the hook-side of the Velcro and the double-sided carpet tape. Did I mention I'm not a carpet installer?

I hope I explained it well enough. Let me know if more explanation is needed.

Here are the links to the materials. Most are inexpensive and easy to work with, except the cardboard is a little difficult to cut.
Good luck!

https://smile.amazon.com/Dynamat-111...e%2C170&sr=1-1

https://www.automotiveinteriors.com/waterproof-cardboard-door-panel-board-cowlboard-p/cowl-dp.htm

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08GFB8C...roduct_details

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Shurtape-1-...m-Tape/3407976

https://www.fabricempire.com/vinyl-soft-grain-texture-high-quality-red-thread-quilted-black-fabric-2-x-3-diamond-with-3-8-foam-backing-upholstery-52-wide-sold-by-the-yard.aspx

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[RuffShod]

Allsome explanation!!!

Thanks!!!

[FLFrank35]

Allsome explanation!!!

Thanks!!!

You're welcome, hope it helps!

[McGuyver]

Very nicely done!

[FLFrank35]

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[DonS]

Salty Chief, did you get your kit yet? Mines on order and I'm in the process of collecting parts for the build. I'm in The Villages.

[Salty Chief 35]

Not yet. I’ve been gathering parts but have 1 of my kids left in college. I have a 351 Cleveland I’ve been working on and getting ready. Also have a few aesthetic things that I plan on using that I’ve collected. Hopefully towards the end of next fall.
What kit did you end up ordering? What’s your build details?
Respectfully
Jeremie

[johnnyfive]

Looks awesome. Your thread has been helpful as i've started my build.

What kind of Trans cooler did you get? Where did you mount it?

[FLFrank35]

Looks awesome. Your thread has been helpful as i've started my build.

What kind of Trans cooler did you get? Where did you mount it?

Thanks! Glad I could help someone. I Received a lot of help on this forum, as this is my first build.
I mounted it under the rear, left side of the bed, above the fuel tank. If you didn't see it, here are a couple pictures from my thread...



Wallace18 put one in his truck and has some good pics at his thread, post #105 https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?26958-Wallace18-s-35-Hot-Rod-Pickup/page3
He recommended it to me, so I got the same one...

Part # 57313211 Perma-Cool 13211 Maxi-Cool Jr. 6-Pass Transmission Cooler w/8 Inch Fan https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Perma...Fan,97986.html
Part # 91064044 Speedway Budget 40-Amp Electric Relay Kit https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Speed...-Kit,7052.html
Part # 57318899 Perma-Cool 18899 Inline 185 Degree Thermoswitch, -6 AN https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Perma...-AN,97988.html

Good luck!

[DonS]

Jeremie, lost your post. Extended cab ordered, due April 8,23. ZZ4, holly sniper, 4L60E, 8.8 mustang 3.55 posi, power brakes, A/C. Still trying to decide on fenders, full vs motorcycle, too much rain here in Fl. to go bare. DonS

[Salty Chief 35]

Sent pm
Respectfully
Jeremie

[Grandpas Garage]

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll study it and see how that might work.

Good luck unpacking.

I drilled and tapped a1/4" hole in the frame mounting ear to match the 1/4" hole in the radiator bracket. Can't move anymore!