1937 International Harvester

[Rusty_Wolf]

Just wanted to post some pics of my project. I'm not if im going to
keep her or sell yet. Times are hard but i'm trying to keep the project alive.
here are a few pics of were im at. Its my first rat rod so be nice.

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

More Pictures

Here are some more pics i found

 

[Sam_Fear]

I like that chopped with fenders and bed look.

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

Thanks, but im looking to get some thing like this.......

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

hope to get that look. long ways from that though.

 

[rustylocke]

Don't worry you'll get there. Besides, that's all the fun!

 

[Bonehead]

These things take time.

 

[HOT40ROD]

I like the early grille. But I always like those grille. I have a cut down one on my Model T

 

[Old Iron]

I've always liked the old Binders.

 

[ratrodney]

Binders are few in this world so try yer best to keep her! Looks good and just takes time. I got a 54ih myself. Goodluck. RR

 

[dodge49]

Very nice

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

update

just pulled her back in, i guess i'd try to get the project up and going again. anyone got and ideas on what size box tubing to use for the frame? mind you that im not using any part of the old frame as it is damaged too much to be used. thanks again guys!


here are some new pics

 

[51chevpu]

I've used both 2 X 4 .120 wall and 2 X 3 .120 wall. Depends on lenght, engine/tranny weight etc. Make sure install some type of K member to help your rigidity

 

[Neverdone]

mine is made from 2x3x.125.

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

what kinda of rear end should i use guys? should i just use a ford 9 inch rear?
also i called a junk yard and they have rears a plenty, but what type of car/truck and year should i ask for? thanks again for all your help. will post new picture updates soon.

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

New welder

guys im looking into a new welder but im pressed on cash. i found this Eastwood MIG welder. its 110VAC/ 135 A output. it can weld 24-ga. to 1/4"
its going for $299.00 with free shipping.[

Is this a good deal? will it be strong enough to weld box tubing:

2x3 120. wall
2x3 125. wall

2x4 120. wall
2x4 125. wall

i have a little cheap welder right now but there is no way it will be able to handle welding the frame together.

 

[earthman]

I think the 4" tubing looks better and of course it is stiffer. Not much of a welder myself but i think you would soon be wishing you had gotten a 220.
As long as the axle is wide enough an inch or two won't make much difference.
Helps to know what wheels you will be using. Personally i am feeling the low as possible look has been played out. I would like to see a highboy once in a while but i will be in the minority with that opinion.

 

[blacksheep]

Wolf, I think you really need the 220v welder ,especially for a frame and gussets. Body mounbts and other stuff would be fine, but you really need to get full penetration on the frame welds, and a 110v welder just isn't hot enough.JMO

 

[Rusty_Wolf]

Well i've decided to go ahead and get a 220V, im looking at an Eastwood 175 mig welder. it is 220V 175 amp and it says it can weld from 24-ga. to 5\16th"

so i hope this one will do. please let me know what you guys think. the price is a little more but hey i got to have the 220V.

here is a link to the welder:

http://www.eastwood.com/175-amp-mig-welder-w-spool-gun.html


thanks again guys for all your help and input, it really does help.
also some new update pics, im working on cleaning up the firewall.