53 DODGE GROUND UP PROJECT

I thought another slant on a top chop of a pilothouse would be a fun idea. I started this chop about 3 weeks ago and am doing it part time after work. the chop is completed, but will add pics of the process when I can figure out how to add pics to this thread.  I took 4 inches out of the rear and 5 1/2 inches out of the front and then cut down the windshield frame another 1 1/2 inches to get the proportions right. I actually used 2 cabs for the chop so I didn't have to add a piece in the center of the roof, I just used another roof and cut it to length. I also used the upper door frames from a spare rusted out set of doors for the same reason.  let me know what you think.  the 49 project truck is awesome!!!   Bud  

If you need help uploading pics let me know and I will help you out.  

how do you post pics?????  

ok, here we go, hope this works. I will upload a few and see how it works, if it's a go I will add more.   Bud  





 

WOW, it worked, here are some more pics of the cab and some of the doors too.  






 

I also put a 49 Plymouth dash in the truck as I have a soft spot for them, I think they look really nice.  


I added pieces to each end of the dash to make the dash blend into the lines on the doors.


 

stay tuned,  suicide doors are next.   Bud  

Your project looks good; hope to see more updates.  

suicide doors begun, pics uploaded, they kinda tell the story, need much more bracing, but a good start. drivers side will get done in a few weeks.  Bud  



 

Hi Bud. Looks like you got the picture posting down pat. I love looking a build pictures keep them coming.  
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decided on putting a dakota frame under the truck instead as the track width of the s-10 is awful narrow for this particular build. Found one today with a 5.4 liter v8 in it for a great price.  just gotta start removing the stuff I don't need.....Bud  

Hey Bud truck looks good.Be done in time for summer?
  Mike  
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I am hoping to get it driveable for the summer and then blow her apart again for a winter paint session.   Bud  

what year is this truck and what year did you say the dakota was? kind of had the same Idea as far as the frame .  

53 dodge truck, 91 dakota frame.  Look at the thread for the 49 project dodge in this forum. he has his waaaaay farther done than me with the same type frame.  He is doing an awesome job.