GoldiesGarage
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Hello everyone, My name is Eli and this is my first post & my 2nd Off-Road Build
I've been reading other builds and decided that if I add mine I might one day reach my goal.
Goal 1 Drive it
Goal 2 Off-roading with my brother
Goal 3 Travel America
Lite Backstory
I have gained most of my knowledge of cars from building/working on them. From building my first VERY LOW quality 1956 Chevy truck restomod. Got it from junkyard to the road. I have made many mistakes that I wish not to repeat. With those mistakes, I've learned how I can continuously make the next rig more drivable, reliable, functional, and easier to maintain.
Other strong takeaways.
#1) Bleed once - I've re-bought so many things on Build #1 which in turn wasted so much monies.
#2) Think maintenance - I want the removal and replacement process to be as easy as possible.
#3) Strong foundation - Can't build a strong truck on a weak chassis.
#4) Aftermarket Support - For me this is critical. The more knowledge floating around the better. Parts are a little cheaper too.
#5) Solid Axles - <3
The Story
While I was meandering on Craigslist (all good thing start with Craigslist) I found this abandoned 1949 International KB2 project. I am a super fan of off brand trucks. I loved the paint (patina) and the body style. So I called the guy up and went to look at it. It was missing almost everything - No engine, trans, or glass. Missing 2 wheels and only enough lug nuts for one wheel. Left rear hub was gone. Driver door wouldn't open. Passenger door won't stay closed. The thing it had going was it's super cool looking truck, wasn't too far away and it had a New Mexico title. With all that going wrong I still thought the price was right. We made a deal and set a time to meet up to get this truck off his property.
It took about an hour to get it in the trailer. I had to use 2 floor jacks & 3 cherry pickers to get the truck on my trailer.
Sweet truck body in my possession...Check
Now that I have this rad truck, I need some type of modern chassis underneath. 1949 Suspension wasn't going to cut it. I have some key requirements for the foundation of this build. Strong Off Road pedigree, solid front axle, factory e lockers, and good aftermarket support.
You might be thinking why is this in the Jeep section... there is more to come.
I've been reading other builds and decided that if I add mine I might one day reach my goal.
Goal 1 Drive it
Goal 2 Off-roading with my brother
Goal 3 Travel America
Lite Backstory
I have gained most of my knowledge of cars from building/working on them. From building my first VERY LOW quality 1956 Chevy truck restomod. Got it from junkyard to the road. I have made many mistakes that I wish not to repeat. With those mistakes, I've learned how I can continuously make the next rig more drivable, reliable, functional, and easier to maintain.
Other strong takeaways.
#1) Bleed once - I've re-bought so many things on Build #1 which in turn wasted so much monies.
#2) Think maintenance - I want the removal and replacement process to be as easy as possible.
#3) Strong foundation - Can't build a strong truck on a weak chassis.
#4) Aftermarket Support - For me this is critical. The more knowledge floating around the better. Parts are a little cheaper too.
#5) Solid Axles - <3
The Story
While I was meandering on Craigslist (all good thing start with Craigslist) I found this abandoned 1949 International KB2 project. I am a super fan of off brand trucks. I loved the paint (patina) and the body style. So I called the guy up and went to look at it. It was missing almost everything - No engine, trans, or glass. Missing 2 wheels and only enough lug nuts for one wheel. Left rear hub was gone. Driver door wouldn't open. Passenger door won't stay closed. The thing it had going was it's super cool looking truck, wasn't too far away and it had a New Mexico title. With all that going wrong I still thought the price was right. We made a deal and set a time to meet up to get this truck off his property.
It took about an hour to get it in the trailer. I had to use 2 floor jacks & 3 cherry pickers to get the truck on my trailer.
Sweet truck body in my possession...Check
Now that I have this rad truck, I need some type of modern chassis underneath. 1949 Suspension wasn't going to cut it. I have some key requirements for the foundation of this build. Strong Off Road pedigree, solid front axle, factory e lockers, and good aftermarket support.
You might be thinking why is this in the Jeep section... there is more to come.
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