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Jul 21st, 2025 | | | | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | In 2003 (I think) there was a tech article in Custom Classic Trucks magazine where they converted a long-bed TF truck to a short-bed by shortening the frame. Does anyone have a copy of this article or remember it? | | | | | Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 | Can't help ya there, Old Gold, but I have been thinking about a potential Tech Tip.
What if we started a list of magazine tech articles that dealt specifically with Chevy and GMC trucks?
I've been scanning tech articles into PDF files so I can get rid of my stacks and stacks of magazines. I can problably list 20 or so right off the bat.
Any interest in this? | | | | | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | Absolutely! But there may be some copyright infringement issues, I'm not sure. It's not like we'd be selling them for profit though, so maybe not. It would definitely be great to have our own refernce library of tech articles.
Wait, I just read your post again and I see that you were just talking about a list of tech articles. No copyright problems there. | | | | | Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 3,374 Moderator - The Electrical Bay | | Moderator - The Electrical Bay Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 3,374 | I might have it too.. it would just take an act of god for me to actually find it!!!
Another quality post.
Real Trucks Rattle
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| | | | | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | Hey Rusty Rod, If you happen to run across that, keep me in mind. I'd owe you lunch in town or something. | | | | | Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 | hey, custom classic trucks, did an series called "project old school"; they shortened the bed and frame of this '64, and also converted the truck to big window. could this have been the article you were talking about? go to custon classic truck's webpage, click on tech, and go to page 5. hope this is what you were looking for.
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| | | | | Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 | ps- forgive my ignorance, but is TF the designation for 60-66 trucks, like AD is for the 48-55 trucks? i dont think i've ever heard that used to describe the 60-66's before, and i own a '63! i learn something new every day. what does TF stand for, anyway?
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| | | | | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 926 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 926 | TF stands for Task Force;that refers to the '55 second series to '59. To be truthful,I don't know what the designation is for the '60-'66 models,and I own a '62!
Speed | | | | | Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 | Alex - TF = the 55 2nd to 59 trucks
Locobreath - copying magazine articles to post on the net requires written permission from the copyright holder [the magazine publisher], no matter if it's for profit or not, unless permission is specifically granted in the magazine
Bill | | | | | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 926 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 926 | TF also stands for Top Fuel,but I don't think that applies on this forum...  Speed | | | | | Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 | duh... sorry abt that guys. i looked at the responces and said, well i remember what it is now! TF.. .yea. i was trying to make it sort of some designation for 60-66 rigs. sorry old gold, wrong truck article. my bad.
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| | | | | Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 | Red58 - point well taken; I am aware. I didn't say anything about posting the copies. I am scanning articles for my own use... that's why I could come up with a starter list.
But what I am talking about is posting a LIST of the articles, not copies of the actual articles. At least if you knew which magazine it was in, you might find one among your friends or maybe on eBay. | | | | | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | Well if you find the one about shortening a 55-59 frame, please let me know. Even if someone could tell me what issue that was in would be extremely helpful. I'd like to see how the pros did it. | | | | | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 28 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 28 | Old Gold -- I have a complete set of Classic Trucks and Custom Classic Trucks magazines.
Don't remember an article on the Task Force truck, but I have one on the 67-72 truck. It's in the Aug. '95 issue of Classic Trucks. Should be about the same...
I'd be happy to scan the article and email it to you. | | | | | Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 | OK, here's a start, based on my inventory:
A King Of A Pin (SSB Roller Bearing Kingpin Kit for Chevy AD Pickup) - Street Rodder Mar2001 (also a similar article in
Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001)
All Tanked Up - Fuel Tank for AD Chevy Pickup - Truckin' Classic Trucks Nov1996
Bedtime Stories - Assembling A Reproduction Chevy Truck Bed Kit - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
*****in' Firewall (Chevy AD Pickup) - Rod & Custom Oct1999
Cab Rehab - Cab Corner Replacement '66 Chevy - Classic Trucks Feb2000
Clip Art - Assembling The Suspension On A Chassis Tech Subframe '55-'59 Chevy - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Down In Front - Lowering A '72 Suburban - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001)
Early Classic Resto - Door Hinge and Latch Installation '67-'72 Chevy - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Fantastic Foundation (Fatman Reproduction Frame) - Rod & Custom Aug2000
Frontal Rehab - Installing A Brothers Frontend Rebuild Kit '55-'59 Chevy - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Goin' For II - Classic Performance Products Mustang II IFS in '59 Chevy - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Haulin' With Class - Heidt's IRS Installation '57 Chevy - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001)
Heads Up - Putting A Full Headline In Your Classic ('55-'57 Chevy) - Classic Trucks Mar2000
Home-Built SSR - GM's '48 Chevy Show Truck - Super Rod Aug2003
Install A Four-Link Rear Suspension (Heidt's) - '59 Chevy Pickup - Custom Classic Trucks Aug1998
It's Underneath What Counts - A Look At GM's '48 Chevy Show Truck (shows mods to S-10 chassis) - Classic Trucks Jun2003
Location, Location, Location - Rear Axle Replacement Chevy AD Pickup - Street Rodder Oct2000
Lo-Phat Front Suspension (Heidt's Air Ride System for AD Chevy Pickup) - Street Rodder May2000
Lowest Of The Low - Fat Man Air Bag System in '52 Chevy - Classic Trucks Dec1998
More Whoa! For Little Dough - Brother's Power Brake Kit In '55-'59 Chevy - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Nifty 50's - A Guide to '55-'59 Chevy Pickups - Sport Truck Dec2000
Not Quite A Nine (Lincoln 8.8 Rear Axle And Air Ride Installation in Chevy AD Pickup) - Street Rodder Nov1999
Now Steer This - Power Steering For '67-'72 Chevy Trucks - CLassic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Olds 425 Swap Into 56 Chevy Pickup - Hot Rod May1967
Phantom Dash - Updating the '67-'72 GM Dash - Classic Trucks Feb2000
Product - Glass House Replacement Corner Glass Chevy AD Pickups - Street Rodder Jul1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 1 - Chassis - Street Rodder Jun1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 2 - Bodywork - Street Rodder Jul1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 3 - Steering Linkage, Final Bodywork - Street Rodder Aug1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 4 - Exhaust, Plumbing, Accessories - Street Rodder Sep1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 5 - Bed Prep and Paint - Street Rodder Nov1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 6 - Color Sanding - Street Rodder Dec1999
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 7 - Door Modernization - Street Rodder Feb2000
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 8 - Sheet Metal Assembly - Street Rodder Mar2000
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 9 - Sound System - Street Rodder Apr2000
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 8 - Door Prize - Classic Trucks Mar2000
Project Hi-Tech Hauler - Part 9 - Putting The Front End Back On - Classic Trucks Feb2000 (note: remainder of this series is
available on RB Obsolete's web site... same truck but different writeup than the Street Rodder series)
Push Button Cruisin' - Accuair Air Ride System in '67-'72 Suburban - CLassic Trucks May2003
Say Tanks (Tanks, Inc Gas Tank Kit for Chevy AD Pickups) - Street Rodder Jan2000
Show Stopper - GM's '48 Chevy Show Truck - Classic Trucks May2003
Six Pack To Go - Part 18 - Front Sheet Metal ('60-'66 Chevy Pickups) - Classic Trucks Dec1998
Spring Time - GM Coils Vs Leaf Springs and How To Build Stronger Arms - Classic Trucks Jun2003
The Evolution of the '67 GM Pickups - Classic Trucks May2003
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The following are not strictly Chevy-only articles, but may be of interest to Chevy folks due to FAQ:
An Industrial Revolution - Installing A Dodge Dakota Suspension On Your Classic - Classic Truck Trends Annual 2001
Clip Vs. Crossmember - Which Is Best? - Classic Trucks Dec1998
Straight Axle Solutions - Upgrade Options for Truck Front Axles - Classic Trucks Jun2003 | | | | | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | Geez guys! I may be totally wrong about the year of that article. Now that I think about it it could have been earlier than 2003. I seem to remember being married to my first wife when I read it. That would put it back to 2002 or before. Funny how the women in my life and the cars I've owned become a time reference point for everything else. | | | | | Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 119 | Here's another trove of tech articles, I just discovered it today: WebRodder Seems to be a site sponsored by various vendors whose products may be featured in the articles. Most of the articles are by Doc Frohmader, who I surmise is a freelancer. I've seen a lot of his articles in different magazines. 292 fans should check out the "Six Pack To Go" series. | | | | | Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 88 Member | | Member Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 88 | We (Classic Trucks) did that on Project Old School ('64 GMC longbed) a few years back, as Marc pointed out. Wasn't aware of CCT doing anything similar back then, but I didn't really start paying attention to what they did up until recently. Old Gold, do you need a copy of the magazine with the frame shortening? I can send you one if so.
Locobreath, that was from "memory"? Geez, I have a hard enough time remembering my home address! | | | | | Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 3,374 Moderator - The Electrical Bay | | Moderator - The Electrical Bay Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 3,374 |
Another quality post.
Real Trucks Rattle
HELP! The Paranoids are after me!
| | | | | Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 88 Member | | Member Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 88 | Originally posted by Rusty Rod:
RF, do you work for CCT? No, the good one! | | | | | Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 67 | wow, we're graced with the presence of a Classic Trucks magazine worker?? it has become one of my fav. magazines; good articles, well ballanced coverage of shows and features, good tech stuff. congrats on the great rag, and keep it up!
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