Like you Wally, Im not an low air bagger type guy as these old trucks were built tall and they look best up in the air. Even though we never got anything near as interesting as these in the UK (Im from Scotland) we did have plenty of CoE trucks and still do I suppose but theres something better about the styling of old American steel on wheels. Thanks for the shares, best regards from Glasgow
I got. Lucky when I found your channel. Love your sense of humor and it done my heart good. To somebody to actually NOT slam a vehicle to the ground with big rems. I love your vision. Good luck, my friend, I'll be watching. Keep up the great work.!!!😊
Looks good! As you going along you will change your mind A LOT!! I changed my mind a lot too ! One thing about my truck I had too move my front fenders and grill 3/4 inch off of center ! 🤷♂️funny thing is you can’t tell!
WW, Ur Creatively and getter-done on making the frame for the Chevy Coe Cab is OUTSTANDING... looks cool up high.. mind ur toes and hands.. have a good day..
Looking good Wally. I was going to tell you about mounting the steering box on the frame and using a K6143 pitman arm but you already knew that trick. Hammer On!!
Enjoy watching the progress and getting some good ideas. I am currently working on a similar project, except mine is a 1946 2 ton Chevrolet. Taking the body off the motor home currently. Waiting patiently for your next update.
Wally great video I like the way you talk us through your thought process and I know your use to the heat but stay hydrated hopefully fall will be here soon Mike
Thanks for keeping the whole rig up high.Hate those slammed vechicals. Having been a trainer for CDL'S years ago, always trained guys to sit as high up in the seat/cab as possible .This was before curb sniffer trucks so those PETE & KW hoods were hard to see in front of if your low down.Keep up the goid work!
Loving this project. COE vehicles are beautiful, and you are doing a great job getting another one back on the road. Don't give up on this. I enjoy your videos and presentation. Keep it up.
Love it. This was my first choice as a project when I started looking, I ended up with a 56 GMC 3/4 ton that is getting a 4-71 Detroit diesel with a 5spd trans and a 4spd brownie. Got the engine mounted, and the cab on for the first time. only had to remove a little over half of the firewall. Now gotta fine an old wheelbarrow to make the doghouse out of. I also have a 49 Chevy 6400 2 ton.
I have watched 3 COE builds and a really unique one had the cab hinged at the front for access to the motor, transmission and everything else. One build had the motor mounted midway which negated the full use of the flat bed. One build had a cnc plasma which aided in all the mounts as the brakes, steering etc had to be redesigned. Still the numbers had to be entered into the cnc, you still need the numbers and design, just old school as far as the cutting of the mounts and brackets. This is the reason I am so enjoying your videos on this COE build... thumbs up. RUclips asked me what I thought of your video and I gave it 5*.
I am absolutely LOVING this build!!! This is very comparable to a build that I have always wanted to do, and I have always been a huge fan of the '50s COE trucks from GM!
Hey Wally, Just watched the newest video. It motivated me to put in the new control arm bushings for my 56 ford. Got them pressed in now time for cleaning and por 15. I can say you are a hard worker, not only fabricating but editing content for us to enjoy. I am glad you have a supportive wife. Thanks again for sharing your progress. If you are ever in San Diego love to visit with you. Gary and Rose!!
Well done Wally. I’m with you on keeping it tall as I think it highlights the COE look. Sorry about your hand and I’ll bet, like me, you said “my goodness gracious, that hurt”😂😂. Those welds you’re putting in look really nice. Cheers mate, Stuart 🇦🇺
Fun channel! I like Mavericks. I like COEs. I like using old motor home chassis to build cool things. And I live in Mesa, but grew up in Phoenix, so your area looks familiar. Looks like I'll be here for awhile.
I think it’s a great project!! I know you want to keep it high up but I feel dropping it a few more inches would help it look better and make it a lot easier for you to get in
Awesome project ,a suggestion if I may , put the engine in and mounts figured out before the floor the front cross tube is going to need to be cut and altered to accommodate the engine
More triangulation on your adapter frame may be worth your time after you have the drivetrain installed to see where you have clearance. Racking can happen in several directions. Even if you just considered installing smaller bar or plate gussets as opposed the tubing you have been using.
Leave the brackets that the engine mounts are bolted to, needs it to keep the frame rails from flexing inwards when front suspension gets loaded down. They will flex during turning/ bumps, if they are not reinforced.
Put the motor back in the chassis and then put the tab back on it and cuddle the inside, fenderwells out in the floor out and get the motor in there with the front wheel openings lined up and then fabricate the rest and butts candy and nuts a merry Christmas we have
Maybe you can get your "pretty" with some Dimple dies connecting the corners together on that subframe. I would suggest making some captive nuts for the upper cab mounts. Make for mounting a little easier
Hey dude hope your gonna do something about all the rust on the inside if not all your work has been for nothing but if you do you'll have a nice truck.
You need to run at least one brace on each side from the top of the back mount to the bottom of the front mount to take out any forward /backward movement of the cab. An X on each side would be better to tie it all together.
Looking good. Would you chamfer the corners of the angle iron and other places where possible. I like when that’s done. I think it looks nicer too. Carry on!
This project is really amazing. I really like how you are mating the old with the RV chassis. I have a couple of thoughts. If you tuck the engine under the cab more, how will you have access to work on it? Through the floor? Seems like a very, very achy back. I thought most COE tilted forward so you could more easily access the engine? Are you going to try and replicate that? I think you might be able to reuse the steering box and the brake booster as well if you mount them further back in the frame. It's a really great build.
I was going to build access doors in the floor, but that plan has changed. These cabs never tilted originally, I thought about making it tilt, but it is a lot of work. My plan is to reuse the master cylinder and steering box.
Wally you are not doing things twice you are going through all the steps its called research and development, each time you take it apart and make a change you are making the truck better and safer dont rush it slow and steady . its going to be Togher for many years you want it to be enginerid
Wally I didn't notice, but did you install any rubber body bushings.. It will be up and driving before you know it... thx for bringing us along on another adventure...
What is going on the back??? If you are building a wedge ramp truck, (I would be), wou could mount the engine behind the cab, under the wedge. Something I'd look closer at is removing the brackets the motor mounts were on. I think they are also to stiffen the frame and steering/suspension.
Getting an old VW bus back on the road and have installed a Corvair engine...love getting creative and watching other old guys doing the same!
That’s a swap I have not seen. Corvair is pretty good, had one in a sand rail, it took a beating.
Be honest one of the best detailed install videos of a COE on a motorhome frame. Thanks for sharing!!
Like you Wally, Im not an low air bagger type guy as these old trucks were built tall and they look best up in the air.
Even though we never got anything near as interesting as these in the UK (Im from Scotland) we did have plenty of CoE trucks and still do I suppose but theres something better about the styling of old American steel on wheels.
Thanks for the shares, best regards from Glasgow
I love all cabovers. I have been seeing more Scania’s here so maybe COE’s will make a comeback in the states.
Great job Willy I’m also an old mechanic and I enjoy watching your videos makes me feel young again can’t wait to see it done
Very impressive so far, I look forward to the drivetrain being mounted.
Being an older mechanic myself, I do appreciate what you are doing here rebuilding this project from scratch. Keep up the good work.
Yeah, me too!I'm 69!
Thanks for taking us along for the ride and avoiding getting our hands dirty along the way, Wally!
Really enjoying this build, from here in the UK!
Working with old rusty vehicles is my favorite!! Awesome project Wally! Keep it up
This one is rusty!
You're a hard worker Wally. It's a fun build.
I got.
Lucky when I found your channel. Love your sense of humor and it done my heart good. To somebody to actually NOT slam a vehicle to the ground with big rems. I love your vision. Good luck, my friend, I'll be watching. Keep up the great work.!!!😊
Looks good! As you going along you will change your mind A LOT!! I changed my mind a lot too ! One thing about my truck I had too move my front fenders and grill 3/4 inch off of center ! 🤷♂️funny thing is you can’t tell!
I change my mind every two seconds with this thing. 3/4 of an inch was probably within spec back then lol
WW, Ur Creatively and getter-done on making the frame for the Chevy Coe Cab is OUTSTANDING... looks cool up high.. mind ur toes and hands.. have a good day..
Thanks 👍
Nice Job Wally, the COE is going to be awesome.🫵🏼💯🆒🇺🇸
Thanks!
Looking good Wally. I was going to tell you about mounting the steering box on the frame and using a K6143 pitman arm but you already knew that trick. Hammer On!!
Enjoy watching the progress and getting some good ideas. I am currently working on a similar project, except mine is a 1946 2 ton Chevrolet. Taking the body off the motor home currently. Waiting patiently for your next update.
Wally great video I like the way you talk us through your thought process and I know your use to the heat but stay hydrated hopefully fall will be here soon Mike
Fall is close!!
Wow great job,you got a lot done in one video.Your great working in that heat.I learned a lot of good ideas for my 53 chevy Coe project too! Thanks.
Glad to help.
What a Great Feeling once you have it lined up n welded n on the Frame huh n that's how I felt when I mounted my 64 Chevy on my 97 Yukon frame. ❤
that frame work will be more than strong enough . nice and simple
Thanks for keeping the whole rig up high.Hate those slammed vechicals. Having been a trainer for CDL'S years ago, always trained guys to sit as high up in the seat/cab as possible .This was before curb sniffer trucks so those PETE & KW hoods were hard to see in front of if your low down.Keep up the goid work!
Loving this project. COE vehicles are beautiful, and you are doing a great job getting another one back on the road. Don't give up on this. I enjoy your videos and presentation. Keep it up.
Yeah, what she said. 😂😂😂😂 Just glad to see this truck taking shape!
Great job on the frame mount bracing.
Love it. This was my first choice as a project when I started looking, I ended up with a 56 GMC 3/4 ton that is getting a 4-71 Detroit diesel with a 5spd trans and a 4spd brownie. Got the engine mounted, and the cab on for the first time. only had to remove a little over half of the firewall. Now gotta fine an old wheelbarrow to make the doghouse out of. I also have a 49 Chevy 6400 2 ton.
That will be sweet with that 4-71!
When you crawled under the cab to remove the stuff that was in the way, my first thought was, " I hope his wife isn't watching him under there."
Nice work Wally
I have watched 3 COE builds and a really unique one had the cab hinged at the front for access to the motor, transmission and everything else. One build had the motor mounted midway which negated the full use of the flat bed. One build had a cnc plasma which aided in all the mounts as the brakes, steering etc had to be redesigned. Still the numbers had to be entered into the cnc, you still need the numbers and design, just old school as far as the cutting of the mounts and brackets. This is the reason I am so enjoying your videos on this COE build... thumbs up. RUclips asked me what I thought of your video and I gave it 5*.
Thank you!
I am absolutely LOVING this build!!! This is very comparable to a build that I have always wanted to do, and I have always been a huge fan of the '50s COE trucks from GM!
Glad you like it!
Wally this is a fantastic build. So cool.
❤ The channel
That cab support is so simple and clean. The welds looks pretty good.
That would be really cool if you could put the engine under the floor like the original engine!
Hey Wally, Just watched the newest video. It motivated me to put in the new control arm bushings for my 56 ford. Got them pressed in now time for cleaning and por 15. I can say you are a hard worker, not only fabricating but editing content for us to enjoy. I am glad you have a supportive wife. Thanks again for sharing your progress. If you are ever in San Diego love to visit with you. Gary and Rose!!
Thank you!
Well done Wally. I’m with you on keeping it tall as I think it highlights the COE look. Sorry about your hand and I’ll bet, like me, you said “my goodness gracious, that hurt”😂😂. Those welds you’re putting in look really nice. Cheers mate, Stuart 🇦🇺
Let's just say me and the jackstand had some words. lol
Fun channel! I like Mavericks. I like COEs. I like using old motor home chassis to build cool things. And I live in Mesa, but grew up in Phoenix, so your area looks familiar. Looks like I'll be here for awhile.
glad I discovered your channel excellent I will follow you for th ebuild
I have really been enjoying your project! Really awesome
Love your approach great video
For general purpose drilling in sheet metal that step bit is the best tool ever made.
Good progress man! It's supposed to start cooling down this next week here which will be welcomed! Keep up the good work!
Can't wait!
"Pardon my heavy breathing. " I bet you say that to all the girls! 😅😅😅
Ha ha only my wife.
That's the joys of fab working. If you want it right it takes a few times to get it right.
Wally she’s looking good
Man I can't wait til I find me a COE CAB n get to build me my Car Hauler ❤😂
I think it’s a great project!! I know you want to keep it high up but I feel dropping it a few more inches would help it look better and make it a lot easier for you to get in
We will see where it ends up once it’s all done with all the weight on the suspension.
awesome Dan
She's looking good!
I like its very interesting you’re doing great job my friend
my friend can’t wait to see you drive it ,amen have a blessed day my friend.
Just balance all three projects. I’m enjoying all three. My grandma’s had a Maverick
I will do my best.
This looks awesome!
Awesome project ,a suggestion if I may , put the engine in and mounts figured out before the floor the front cross tube is going to need to be cut and altered to accommodate the engine
Too late but I have everything figured out (mostly) lol
So far so good my friend, good job thanks for sharing.
You could also use hockey pucks as bushings
You now have a COEterhome. A savanna van steering box might work.
Your music is great
Looking good 👍
you dont need any more bracing. thats more than strong enuf! this is gonna b a bitchen project. looking forward to seeing continued progress!
Love your videos man .
More triangulation on your adapter frame may be worth your time after you have the drivetrain installed to see where you have clearance. Racking can happen in several directions. Even if you just considered installing smaller bar or plate gussets as opposed the tubing you have been using.
Totally agree. A single triangle brace will much more stable.
Gee Wally between your hard work time and money and my smart ass comments WE should have this baby on the road in no time 😂😂
Haha keep them coming.
Great job!
love the project
cool project!
Keep Keep that stern will that stern will looks nice
Music video👎👎👎👎👎💩💩💩😬
cab mounts do like we did back in the day use hockeys pucks they can take the weight
Leave the brackets that the engine mounts are bolted to, needs it to keep the frame rails from flexing inwards when front suspension gets loaded down. They will flex during turning/ bumps, if they are not reinforced.
Put the motor back in the chassis and then put the tab back on it and cuddle the inside, fenderwells out in the floor out and get the motor in there with the front wheel openings lined up and then fabricate the rest and butts candy and nuts a merry Christmas we have
Well done You are a one man Army
that thing won´t go nowhere..hehehe. Great work
You should have been able to take the plates on the frame, put right on the left, and left on right . I think it should have lined up bolts.
I don't think that cab is going to go anywhere, looks good.
Another enjoyable video! I don't know how you can work in those high temperatures.
I complain, but I actually like the heat.
She’s going to be sweet wally
The upper control arms push on the frame where the motor mounts are so those plates help support the top of the frame
I will be fixing it.
@wallysworkin823 it's amazing how many times I tried to find the front-end alignment before it slapped me in the face what I had done 🙄
I will lower a car anytime but a truck . . . . hail to the no. This COE is really looking good
I think it looks will good
SPEECHLESS 👍👍👍👍
Maybe you can get your "pretty" with some Dimple dies connecting the corners together on that subframe. I would suggest making some captive nuts for the upper cab mounts. Make for mounting a little easier
You have probably thought about this, but you should brace the front and rear mounting structures together for forward and rearward support.
I commented before the video was done, however, I would do som 45 degree bracing on the front to rear brace.
I did.
Hey dude hope your gonna do something about all the rust on the inside if not all your work has been for nothing but if you do you'll have a nice truck.
You need to run at least one brace on each side from the top of the back mount to the bottom of the front mount to take out any forward /backward movement of the cab. An X on each side would be better to tie it all together.
Love it
Been there done that A LOT
I used hockey pucks on my 67 Chevelle and they last forever
Looking good.
Would you chamfer the corners of the angle iron and other places where possible. I like when that’s done. I think it looks nicer too.
Carry on!
I will when I pull it back out to paint it.
mount that master cylinder to that drivers side fore and aft brace
In order for a good build to be successful. you have to first offer a blood sacrifice
This project is really amazing. I really like how you are mating the old with the RV chassis. I have a couple of thoughts. If you tuck the engine under the cab more, how will you have access to work on it? Through the floor? Seems like a very, very achy back. I thought most COE tilted forward so you could more easily access the engine? Are you going to try and replicate that? I think you might be able to reuse the steering box and the brake booster as well if you mount them further back in the frame. It's a really great build.
I was going to build access doors in the floor, but that plan has changed. These cabs never tilted originally, I thought about making it tilt, but it is a lot of work. My plan is to reuse the master cylinder and steering box.
Wally you are not doing things twice you are going through all the steps its called research and development, each time you take it apart and make a change you are making the truck better and safer dont rush it slow and steady . its going to be Togher for many years you want it to be enginerid
For the steering,can you use a rack and pinion, power Assist
Or keep the stock steering box in place and fabricated a giant monster bumper
Might look a little weird.
I would not remove motor mount brackets as they sopport frame to keep them from tilting,trim them for cab mount clearence
I was thinking about that. I will add something to replace them or trim the originals to fit.
I try n use what I have n save money n recycle 😂 , like I'm doing my body swap n I only have $50 in it so far n got most of it done already
Wally I didn't notice, but did you install any rubber body bushings.. It will be up and driving before you know it... thx for bringing us along on another adventure...
I bought some to install later.
Is this a popular frame swap for these trucks?
I'm a first time viewer.
It’s been done a few times.
Nice hair cut
I was getting a little shaggy.
No urethane bushings!
Use rubber. Urethane bushings crack after a few years and squeek like crazy.
I got rubber instead.
Just use some Rubber from an old Tire n that's good rubber
Will I see It in Feb. ?
What is going on the back??? If you are building a wedge ramp truck, (I would be), wou could mount the engine behind the cab, under the wedge. Something I'd look closer at is removing the brackets the motor mounts were on. I think they are also to stiffen the frame and steering/suspension.
Going to do a flatbed to pay ohmage to the old lumber company the came from. I will add some bracing to the front for sure.