By now you've probably heard that the rumors are true: CLASSIC TRUCKS magazine has set out to build the world's first 100-percent aftermarket truck! No easy feat by any means, but with the enormous amount of help from Sacramento Vintage Ford, our dream is quickly becoming a reality.
It all started with the recent availability of the Bebops fiberglass '56 F-100 Custom Cab. The cab comes complete with the dash and doors, and that got us thinking: What if we combined this new cab with a few other key components made specifically for the Effie--Namely a custom chassis from Walton Fabrication and a new steel bed from Pro's Pick? With those main components covered, it is feasible that a '56 F-100 could be built without using a single part from Henry. We also discovered that nearly every necessary component, part, nut, or bolt was available through Sacramento Vintage Ford, making the ordering process much easier for an undertaking such as this--for us and any of you that thinks this sounds like your cup of tea.
The first two installments weren't really installments, but we began the build in our November `04 issue, with both the 347 Stroker build and the fabrication and assembly of the LS Series Chassis from Walton Fabrication. This month, we bolted the cab to the chassis, and loaded up all our parts for a trip out to Bobco, to take advantage of their expert fitment skills. Since most of the holes are not yet drilled in the fiberglass components, it is crucial to line up all the parts correctly the first time. This will save a lot of time later on during the painting process. Follow along as Bob and the crew hang all of our "sheet plastic" and check back for the next installment of the Package Deal. Remember, nearly every part is available through Sacramento Vintage Ford, so give them a call if you have any questions about any of the parts you see here.
