My 40 Dodge Truck Build - Maybe a 41 LOL

[bob w]

Yes, very nice build. You got skills.

[Couper]

Thank you Bob....appreciate that!

[Old Iron]

Originally Posted by Couper

Hey Old Iron

Cool beans..... I can do that. Gusset towards the front and a piece of tubing where you have the 2 - lines. Could I use one of those spider web gussets for the 2x2 or better a solid piece?

Thank you!

Yes you can use the spider web gusset in place of the 2x2 tubing and would look way better.

[Couper]

Originally Posted by bob w

Yes, very nice build. You got skills.

I thanked you for that but wanted to back up here for a minute. I have some skills but this kind of build is new to me. I'm 65 years old and have done a lot of body work, fiberglass work, sheet metal work, some fabrication work and some nice restorations. When stuck I try to find what I need on-line.

Make no mistake.... I couldn't come anywhere near doing this job without the input of you guys and another fellow named Gene who is on the Killbillet forum. I know I ask a lot of stupid questions, and be way overwhelming PIA at times.

I just wanted to back up and thank you guys, and acknowledge the fact that I couldn't do this with out you guys.

Thank you fella's.

Couper (Bob)

[Couper]

Originally Posted by Old Iron

Yes you can use the spider web gusset in place of the 2x2 tubing and would look way better.

Thanks OI!

[MercuryMac]

Thank You Couper, for acknowledging the experiences that you see on this forum. We all seem to feed off each other somewhat, and that's what makes this forum so special.
You made me feel good. You're welcome.

[Old Iron]

There is only a few stupid questions. Legitimate questions not only help the one asking but, also the others that don't know the answer.
LOL, you can tell a stupid question, they're the ones that usually go unanswered.

[Couper]

Thanks guys! And your welcome Merc!

[Couper]

Originally Posted by Old Iron

Yes you can use the spider web gusset in place of the 2x2 tubing and would look way better.

I just bought these.... https://www.ebay.com/itm/323981479231

Would it matter if I ran them on the 16" kick up pointing down? (short side on the bed rail / long side on the kick-up , like in the ebay pic)

Or should they be short side on the kick up....pointing towards the back?

I'm trying to find the same in 2" x 6" for the cab side of the kick up.

Also I don't know if you remember but I also have internal gussets as in my pic below on all joints.

Thanks!

[Old Iron]

Yes, I do remember you having the internal gussets.
You can run them either direction.
I sent you a PM