StudeM15A-20 Rescue Project I bought this old Stude truck off ebay in 2010 and have been working on it since. I don't plan to restore it but just get it in useful condition and enjoy it's utility.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Getting new floors
Started putting in the new floor panels. My plan is to use pop rivets and liquid nails. Maybe weld in the future if I decide to do a frame off restoration:
Harness Removed
Here is part of the electrical harness. I'm rewiring the entire truck with modern wire and connectors. Improvements include:
1. Adding dome light switches
2. Adding backup light and switch
3. Adding a larger fuse block
1. Adding dome light switches
2. Adding backup light and switch
3. Adding a larger fuse block
Tank Painted
Painted the tank with POR-15. Currently there is a couple of pounds of sheet rock screws inside to help remove the rust. Every now and then I pick up the tank and agitate it. I did order a tank sealer from Hirsch. Next step: remove screws and crap, clean out with several washings of mineral spirits. Then I will start the coating process which involves more cleaning and etching before coating:
New Rims!
Bought a set of 6" x 19.5" TUBELESS rims off ebay. Hoping to save a lot and get a wider selection of tires for the truck. The old 17" split rims were original but I want this truck to be useable and drivable:
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