Trey's 60 baja build thread

Getrdone · Post by **Getrdone** » Sun Sep 02, 2007 5:31 pm

I'll post some side shots when I get back. The arms were fun to make but frustrating in how delicate a degree can be. I was probably too picky in wanting no positive camber at ride height but happy with the results.

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Sat Sep 22, 2007 5:21 pm

somewhat of an update. rear arms are welded up. still need plate welded in. shocks are in and welded up. its looking good. the camber isnt bad, just the way things are right now. bearings arent in all the way.

Post by **Leatherneck** » Sat Sep 22, 2007 8:07 pm

Wow that puppy has some ground clearence, is it against the stops? May need to talk to you about arms in the future. Is that 55gal drum setup for a metalsmiths shop?

bajaherbie · Post by **bajaherbie** » Sat Sep 22, 2007 8:15 pm

leatherneck, i think its a still for moonshine

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Sun Sep 23, 2007 6:25 am

stops? haha. is it that much ground clearance? 17 inches from the floor pan to the ground. I have to test the arms before i offer them up. if i sold some, they would be cheap. between materials, time, they arent that expensive.

the drum is the hood for the forge its sitting on. its almost winter time, so it will be getting some use soon!

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Fri Dec 14, 2007 7:36 pm

argh! anyone have a link to the roof rack thread? the search isnt getting along with me right now.

Post by **Hedrock** » Fri Dec 14, 2007 7:43 pm

Is this the one???

http://www.shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=114488

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Fri Dec 14, 2007 7:50 pm

yep, thank you.

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Wed May 07, 2008 2:01 pm

my build will be moving on! after a little over a year, I'm getting the title for my car. Talk about a headache! I forced myself to lose interest in this, because of the title. but thats all cleared up now. Time to order some front shocks!

Post by **Leatherneck** » Wed May 07, 2008 7:54 pm

Welcome back Trey, sometimes we need a break, now get busy!

tikotiko · Post by **tikotiko** » Thu May 08, 2008 5:12 pm

where did the pictures go?

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Thu May 08, 2008 6:35 pm

some of them are back up, im having problems with my ftp program.

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Tue Jun 24, 2008 9:46 am

Ive decided to make a move here. Funding is killing me so far, so I am going to be selling my 55 Chevy. This will give me enough money to finish this thing, and then some. So, look for progress soon. Chris, I'll be ordering front shocks from you soon.

If you guys know of anyone in the market for a 55 chevy wagon, point em my way!

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Mon Jul 14, 2008 9:57 am

wagon is almost sold. Started a shopping list. I think this is everything to get it driving. I'm sure I'm missing a few things.

Front Shocks:
Pair: 350.00
Rear Brakes:
Shoes: 25.00
Hardware: 15.00
Cylinders: 32.00
Front Brakes:
Shoes: 25.00
Hardware: 15.00
Cylinders: 32.00
Master cylinder: 66.00
Seats:
Aircooled.net: 360.00
Rails: 200.00
Gas Tank:
Tires:
700.00
Wiring:
Paint:
Windows:
Seals: 50.00
Door Seals:
Seal Kit: 260.00
Steering:
Interior:
Carpet: 90.00
Canvas Top:
Complete: 200

vwtrey · Post by **vwtrey** » Wed Aug 20, 2008 11:03 am

Wagon ships out tomorrow. Ordered my front shocks yesterday. 10" FOA res. As soon as those get here, I'll have some work to do!