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Old Jun 10, 2015 | 09:24 PM
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Well will wonders never cease! Was driving over to the welding parts store and saw a little Bodyshop. Decided it couldn't hurt and stopped with the pictures of the 56. The guy took a look and said NO PROBLEM! So I dropped it off. He called today and said it's done! I'll snap some pictures of it when I pick it up tomorrow.
So now you have a spare frame. New project?
 
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I was in the process of installing a CV IFS & a Mark VIII IRS in the "Extra" frame.





Good thing I've got an extra 56 Cab & doors
 
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Hum no pictures! Apparently Thursdays are Honey Do Day! Hopefully I'll be free tomorrow. Really want to see the repair.
 
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Picked up the ole 56 today!





Before






After







The Bill!!
 
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Picked up the ole 56 today!

The Bill!!
I don't understand. What did you pay the $50 for?
 
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I don't understand. What did you pay the $50 for?
Straightening his frame.
 
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You got it! I almost fell over when he gave me the bill. You bet I'll go back to this shop for other body needs.
 
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Straightening his frame.
Originally Posted by bjmayberry2
You got it! I almost fell over when he gave me the bill. You bet I'll go back to this shop for other body needs.
WOW! That is a deal!
 
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