My "new" M931A1 project truck.

[steelsoldiers]

I got a call from Tommy today with some good news. He has tracked down all of the parts that we needed to finish the truck. He's got a set of rear splash guards coming to replace the bents ones as well as a good driver's side fuel tank to replace the bent one. He's also getting ready to install new gauges to replace the foggy ones. He drove the truck into his shop so he can stay out of the pouring rain. They got around 5 inches there the other day. He tells me it should be all back together in another couple of weeks. I can't wait to get it finished.

 

[Rickyoday]

Very nice! I want one!

 

[BKubu]

Rick, you are in luck...Chris just happens to be selling this one!

 

[Rickyoday]

I know! But he wants money....I tried to do a trade....sigh....Well if my Powerball ticket is a winner I won't have to sell the XM818 w/wrecker.

 

[steelsoldiers]

I got a call from Tommy this week. He has received the last of the parts for the truck and will have it finished for me by next week. He got held up a couple of weeks because the left fuel tank was hard to source. There were a couple of guys in FL that had them, but they were holding onto them for scrap since they are made of stainless steel.

He is going to have updated pics for me on Monday. I can't wait to see it finished.

 

[steelsoldiers]

The project is finally winding down!! There are a few finishing touches to be done, but it is looking really good now. Here are some fresh pics for you guys!! I should have some engine and interior shots next week.

Final price: $13,000 ready to rock and roll. Tommy can sandblast and respray it for an additional $1500.

 

[bbf]

very nice

 

[steelsoldiers]

Thanks Sheldon. It's just up the road from you too

 

[steelsoldiers]

More pics from Tommy. It's really looking good now. He says it will be done by Saturday. I am stoked. He has to install a good bumper, a couple pieces of window glass, a couple of lights and a switch or two. Phew, what a project!

 

[BKubu]

Man, Chris, don't tempt me! I hope someone jumps on that truck! That truck is a great buy. I'd be all on it if I did not have so many pokers in the fire right now. Just got another today...I'll leave everyone in suspense!

 

[steelsoldiers]

Bruce, you should buy it. All it needs is paint. That would be a nice change for you. Besides, with Tommy, you know it's all done right.

I know a little about have too many irons in the fire though!

 

[steelsoldiers]

More pics!! The unofficial hood prop on the passenger tire is there because Tommy was swapping out the bumper when he took the pics He took it for about a 5 mile test drive today and it shifted smooth, had good power, and stopped great.

The really exciting news is that the truck will have a new home soon. One of our fellow SS members will be taking delivery of it after Tommy has sand blasted it and applied some fresh 3-color camo. I'll be sure to post some pics once it's done. I'll let the new owner announce the homecoming in their own post.

 

[BKubu]

Chris, will the truck be painted with CARC or Gillespie? Looks great!

 

[steelsoldiers]

Gillispie 3-color. It should look sweet!

 

[hot rod deuce]

I wonder why they picked Gillispie?

 

[BKubu]

Gillespie probably wears a bit better in my experience. The colors are very close.

 

[hot rod deuce]

So if you stay out of the chemical warfare the gillespie might be a better choice for all around use?

 

[BKubu]

Gillespie makes a good paint. The CARC is cool because it is authentic and for that reason I often use it, but, as a paint covering, it is probably not the greatest. It fades fairly quickly and is easy to scuff. Don't get me wrong...I like the CARC...but Gillespie is good, too.

 

[hot rod deuce]

Ok, good. I think I made the right choice on this one.

Thanks for the input.

 

[roders]

M931A1 splash Gaurds

I got a call from Tommy today with some good news. He has tracked down all of the parts that we needed to finish the truck. He's got a set of rear splash guards coming to replace the bents ones as well as a good driver's side fuel tank to replace the bent one. He's also getting ready to install new gauges to replace the foggy ones. He drove the truck into his shop so he can stay out of the pouring rain. They got around 5 inches there the other day. He tells me it should be all back together in another couple of weeks. I can't wait to get it finished.

Chris Hi,

I am looking for rear splash gaurds ( behind Fuel Tanks) with all the Brakets
to attach to Chasse, could you give info on dealer who stocks them please
or part numbers for items required, lookforward to hearing from you soon,
Roders.