My `53, 5 Window project took a different route today. I've decided to go and restore my 53 on a Chevy CST/10 frame. I haven't seen anywhere that this has been done. Does anyone know if this has been done on this frame. Seem like a big under taking but for getting the complete truck for $450, its a lot cheaper than a custom frame.
I have the donor truck stripped to the frame. It has a 350 engine, turbo 350 transmission and trailing arm rear suspension. Too bad the engine is blown but i knew that before i purchased it. Wheelbase is 127 and I plan on shortening the frame 11" just in front of the rear cross member.
This is a major undertaking for my first project of this kind but I do have mechanical experience, and I'm a welder by trade, plus alot of people that are willing to help . I'll post pictures of my work and progress as i go along.
Last edited by OverTorqueAB; 04/29/2012 5:12 PM.
