We've been talking about an FM/MP3/Bluetooth radio for the 1954 and first series 1955 pickup and Kevinski has been kind enough to send some measurements. Helpful because like the Task Force trucks I don't have these to actually see...working blind so to say. The work on the Task Force model is almost finished. I'm just working on a decent antenna connection now. Not a lot of room to work on that one.
I have done some work on the plate to hold the actual radio piece for the 1954 and 1st series 1955 and thought you might be interested to see what is involved.
First, I cut a piece of solid core plywood to the right size (8 3/8 x 1 7/16). Second, I radius the edges and sand a bit to be certain I like the look. Third, I determine the center point and use the CNC machine to slowly cut out the recess for the radio faceplate. It takes about an hour following several directions for the x, y and z axes. Fourth, I sand and clean up any stray wood threads or pieces and check the fit of the radio faceplate.
Next I'll seal it, let that dry well, sand again, seal again and then we'll make a silicone mold for the fiberglass. More to follow as time allows...
~ Jon 1952 1/2 ton with 1959 235 | T5 with 3.07 rear end
