Jeem's F-100 hits the street

[Jeem]

Man, it's been a long time coming, but, it's running and driving. Took it out this weekend. Drives great, need dropped spindles though. Thanks to alot of friends, namely, the guys at Industrial Chassis, El Polacko, and Safari55, Chris, Sandy, Mike the Cleaner, my crazy uncle Mark, Bernie etc. etc. It's nice to have friends. I'm taking it to the Striper's party this next weekend.

Started up, first try, last weekend. Water pump, fuel pump and radiator all leaked. Replaced them this last week and everything seems to work well.

I'm stoked.

[FONZI]

jeem,
That truck looks great! I like the grille treatment. Love them EFFIES.

FONZI

[Bass]

She sho' sits right, Jimmy. I dig the WWWs on the Americans, too.

What are your plans for the grille center?

[Fraz]

Nice truck. You gonna paint it like your drawing?

[cougardan]

sweet

[zonkola]

Nice! Now go kick some speedbump ass! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[roadstar]

Nice piece. Those trucks look so good on the ground.

I don't recall the drawing ,but I'm sure it's way cool, as is the truck.

[Whiz]

More pics, your making me want to get back working on the 61 unisled!

[Django]

File that grille under "Now why didn't I think of that" Bad ass. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[rikaguilera]

Now that is a nice truck. Different. Sits just right as well. You done good.

[McGrath]

Jeez....That makes mine look like a 4x4....

Where did you get the dropped I Beams? I had found them a while back through an outfit called Godfathers, but I guess they have went out of business because I can't find their website anymore.

[Jeem]

Thanks HAMB'rs

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She sho' sits right, Jimmy. I dig the WWWs on the Americans, too.

What are your plans for the grille center?

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Bass, it's been done to death, cliche, etc., etc. but a big fat Moon tank will reside in the center of the grille cavity.

[williebill]

Good looking truck,always did like that body style.Go ahead with the Moon tank,even though it's been done,it'll look cool as hell on your truck.

[4t64rd]

Variation on that theme, 61 Tempest grills.

['Flyin' Dutchman']

That...... is bitchin'!!! Coolest truck I've seen in a while!

[Spedley]

Very cool, I got one similar in progress, and as soon as I can figger out how to post pics i will. What did u use for suspension under that? I used a z28 clip but it doesnt seem to be quite that low. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Jeem]

[Fat Hack]

Love it!!! Bitchin' truck and Cleveland powered to boot...

Right On, Man!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Mike]

Allright Jeem! Man, your truck looks bitchin'. Crazy thing is, the last time I saw that truck, it was only half a truck sittin' over at ElPolacko's. Man what a difference. Fucking cool!

[dixiedog]

Jeem that's Awlsome Dude!!!!! I love the Econoline headlight setups and slammed on the ground and the moon tank in the grill will set it off, It doesnt get any better than that!!!!

[slimfab]

allright I am an idiot, but what year is it. Bad ass anyways.

[D Picasso]

oooooooh. that's nice, Jim. really nice.

[Boones]

Jeem, you did good with that one. Being a chevy truck guy I must say when I see the 60's Ford's done up like you have it makes it want one. Very cool

[Bass]

Dude, Moon tanks in F-100 grille cavities haven't been done to death now have they? I know I've never seen it before, and I think it'll be perfect.

You never cease to amaze me Mr. Jeem.

[Suede57]

Very cool, love the ride hight

[Dat Dirty Rat]

Awesome and nicely planned out man! That truck is got one killer look to it. I love the look of the grill treatment but also like what 4t64rd as well!..Cant wait to see it w/all of the finishing touches. Please post more pics http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Dirty

[Jeem]

It has the dreaded Volare and I need some dropped spindles so I can screw in some more suspension. Don't worry, I got plenty of shit from Stevie El Polacko for it. I'm looking forward to driving it more. Dr. J is right concering the WWWs (they were pretty much out by the early 60's) but who cares?! I like the look.

BTW it's a '64

[burger]

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Where did you get the dropped I Beams? I had found them a while back through an outfit called Godfathers, but I guess they have went out of business because I can't find their website anymore.

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Check out DJM:

http://www.djmsuspension.com/Products/ProductsByMake/Ford/65F100Parts.htm

They only offer beams with a 3" drop, which wont get you anywhere near as low as Jeem.

[kustombuilder]

alright motha fucka! lookin good. bought time too!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

[MilesM]

Looks great. Going to make it to VLV?

[Peter Pan of Chicago]

Nice truck, man! Really nice.

Joel http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[McGrath]

"They only offer beams with a 3" drop, which wont get you anywhere near as low as Jeem."



Thanks for the link edmurder.

I can't go as low as Jeem anyway, I still use mine as a truck. Couple of trips down the Gravel Roads I travel on and there wouldn't be much chrome left in the middle of that bumper http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Hey Jeem, what are you using for front turn signals?

[S1B]

That truck is so cool,Looks great!!!

[InjectorTim]

Makes the top ten list in my book, what year is it 1960?

[jub]

Sweet truck man!

[Michigan Rick]

Thanks for puttin another ugly Ford on the road again. Glad it's Ford powered!!!!!!!

[GreggAz]

great to see it outta the garage... just let me know when ya need more help...

all these JEEM designed f100s on the road at once!!!

[Jeem]

That's right. Industrial Chassis is going assholes and elbows on ElPolackos unibody as well as one for a cherished customer, Joe. They have at least 2 others going on AND just sent a swb unibody out the door a couple of months ago. Freaky.

Yes. I am an idiot. You'd think I would have taken more pics. Here's one of the few. Ugly artist.

No, I'm not going to Vegas. Too much going on right now. I won't say that I'm going to the Bug-O-Rama instead. Ooops. Did I say that?!

[29EHV8]

Jeem,looks kill!
Lets see more pics.How bout some in progress pics too.....Shiny

[ELpolacko]

Hell yeah!

I just put the sand blaster away for the last time on my truck. God willing and the creek don't rise, I will drive my 63 Unibody to Vegas in two weeks. I haven't been taking any pictures as I go, dumbass. But there should be plenty when I'm done. Crowd pleaser for sure.

Looks good Mr Smith. I told you so............

[fishtank]

Jeem, bitchin truck. I love the grille treatment. Is the volarie the same width as the stock frame? I've heard alot about that set up but never anything specific.

[jerry]

so jim, when you bringin' it to 35th?


jerry

[gettingreasy]

Hell ya, bring that bitch to 35th! I really like the Econoline light grills, looks muey killer.
-Jesse

[Jeem]

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Jeem, bitchin truck. I love the grille treatment. Is the volarie the same width as the stock frame? I've heard alot about that set up but never anything specific.

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It's the same width as most ALL frames! Actually, it's a stamped, formed piece that bolts to the donor car. All you really need to do is measure the width of your frame and scribe a line down each side of the subframe (at that width), then, make some templates based off that straight line. Using the templates you just made, hold 'em up to your frame and scribe the profile on the side of each framerail, cut out, clamp the sub frame in place, weld it up and box in the open sides. There have been many articles written on these installs.

It's fairly easy and cheap. There are better handling setups out there though; Mustang II, GM clips, or ElPolackos baby, the Dakota. Do your homework.

I'll get out to 35th real soon. But, I WILL be at the striper's gig on Saturday. Anyone interested should come out, it's at Autostyle 8615 W. Kelton, Peoria AZ It starts in the morning and goes into the night. Lots of scary stripers, illustrators, painters and general car guys will be there as well as hot rods, customs,street rods, low riders, bikes, etc. They always have food and drink there. If you have ANYTHING you need striped, that is a good place and time to do so. Don't say I didn't warn you....

[Jeff Norwell]

Sweet Jimmy...Sweet....When are ya gonna cruz up here for a visit!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Ya got that sucker nailed!!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif