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Hello Fellow Bolters,
It's been 8 months since I've been on.
I was called to Springfield, Mo. eight months ago for business and just got back.
Wasn't able to start work on my wifes fathers truck until I was sure I could get a title for it.
Wow! The hoops you have to go through to get a clear title on a vehicle that has never been titled or registered is overwhelming.
That is the only thing I have done in the last eight months.
Certified Vin inspections, CSP Vin applications, registered letters, Proof on ownership after original owner is deceased, inheritance verification, and on and on and on.
I guess every state is different in how they handle things. Colorado is brutal!
Anyway, I should have a clear title within a few weeks.
They were trying to steer me into a re-builders title, but I wanted a clear title before I started investing my time and money into the truck.
I got back to Colorado last week and once I realized that I was going to FINALLY get a clear title, I started immediately to disassemble the cab and the body parts to get them into my shop so I could begin the body working in my shop before the snow starts flying here.
Wow! I don't know whether the heating torch or the side grinder was my best friend.
Now I finally understand why you guys call this the stovebolters. I hadn't a clue that these old vehicles were put together with stove bolts, Square head bolts, slotted screwdriver bolts, etc.
What a pain!!!!!!
Most bolts came off OK after heating them with a torch, but some I had to grind off with the side grinder.
I have a few battle scars from kick back of the side grinder. Ouch! But at the end of the day yesterday, I got everything down to the frame and the body parts in my shop for the winter.
I dug through all of my box's last night and found my hammer and dollies and slap files to begin body working. Can't wait to get started.
The goal is to get all of my bodywork done this winter while there is five foot of snow on the ground outside. Hibernate with my 1929. Then start on mechanical after the thaw next spring.
Since I'm on SS now, and semi retired, I will have more time.
Back in the 70's, I did body work and painting, (primarily on fixing dents on damaged vehicles) I will need advice from YOU professionals on proper priming procedures when I'm bringing everything down to bare metal. From the Youtube videos I have been watching, it appears as though things have changed since the 70's and I want to get it right the first time.
I hope you don't get tired of my questions. I'll have a lot.
This is my first rebuild/restore.
Chow for now,
Dave

The front six lug wheels came off very easy. The rear 10 lug wheels won't come off. I suspect that it is frozen on to the hub.
Can someone tell me a good rust busting lubricant that I can spray on to break the wheels off. Or should I heat around it with a torch.

Asking about penetrating oil is about like discussing religion or politics.. something to avoid..
But you may want to try Kroil, PB blaster, or CRC Knock'er loose...

If you heat a wheel it's wise to remove the tire first, or ensure there is a large hole in them.
Research "tire pyrolysis explosion".
https://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/pubs/alerts/a34.php

Tires are rotten and falling apart. Thats why I want to get them off. Got to go find some used rollers just to move the frame in and out of the shop.
Why is penetrating oil something to avoid discussing? Everyone has a different opinion?
Someone told me the other day that water is the best rust buster on the market. What?

The penetrating oil issue has been completely beat to death many times. Do a site search for some spirited reading. Just use your favorite and it will suit your needs.🛠

Yep! Everybody has their favorite. As you mentioned, some even say to use water, as that's what caused the rust in the first place.
There are many good ones out there.

I prefer Kroil ...................but others can work. Some even swear by Coke!

It's the real thing! Coke is!

Now I'm telling my age. Hah

I use kroil, coke is best used if subject can be soaked in coke-cylinders, etc. Modern Metal Rescue in gallon cans at Home Depot works well, needs to be warm.

Dave, went to Pueblo a while back, didn't know about you, or I would have swung by your place. Sorry

Ed

I'm about an hour and a half from Pueblo. Up in the mountains above Colorado Springs.