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1951 Cadillac Custom

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Kopperhead, Nov 28, 2011.

  1. Kopperhead
    Joined: Feb 23, 2005
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    Starting a new thread with my Caddy build.

    The Cadillac is a 1951 Coupe that belonged to a friend of mine. He started the custom build with a 3 inch chop and fender work, unfortunately my friend past away and the project was put to sleep, his son inherited the Caddy but he is not a car guy so he decided to sell the car, he asked me if I wanted to buy it and finish it.

    So in the honour of my friend I will complete this build and bring some of my own ideas to the project.

    This is what I startet with:

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    I did'nt like the rear window opwning so I started to change it.
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    50' Chevy rear window frame
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  2. Foppa
    Joined: Aug 18, 2008
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    Good start, I think this will be an cool caddy.. sorry to hear about tour friend..
    Keep up the Good work.!
     
  3. Gator
    Joined: Dec 29, 2005
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    Love those Caddy's.
     

  4. Kopperhead
    Joined: Feb 23, 2005
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  5. Kopperhead
    Joined: Feb 23, 2005
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    Rear fender extention by 4"
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  6. Fender extender! That car not long enough for you? :D

    Back window looks better already.
     
  7. pwschuh
    Joined: Oct 27, 2008
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    That looks like it's gonna be neato. Good on you for taking up your friend's project and getting it on down the road.
     
  8. 40StudeDude
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    Like your rear window better than what was there...should be a decent looking Caddy...

    R-
     
  9. Kopperhead
    Joined: Feb 23, 2005
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    Nope:D the new length will create a better flow...
     
  10. Caddy-O
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    Looking forward to seeing this one play out. I think the overall look of the roof could be sweetened by tweeking the slope in back if that is possible.

    Great idea extending the quarters, by the way.
     
  11. Hoptup Jalop
    Joined: Sep 29, 2004
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    Looking good already!!! Dig the extension too....condolences for your friend & big props for taking on his project!! That's a friend.
     
  12. ToddJ
    Joined: Jul 11, 2008
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    from Marion, IA

    Very sorry to hear about the passing of your friend! What a great way to honor him buy puchasing his project Caddy and finishing it! Looks like it will be a great kustom when you are done. I love the new back window opening and the extended fenders. Best of luck with the project!
     
  13. Midwest Rodder
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    That's gonna be one slick Caddy!
     
  14. koolkemp
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    I am looking forward to seeing this take shape!
     
  15. damagedduck
    Joined: Jun 16, 2011
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    from Greeley Co

    sorry to hear about your friend,as far as the caddy goes looks bloody good!love the way your moving parts around,:)
     
  16. spydey
    Joined: Mar 2, 2011
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    great job on opening up that rear window.....you have to see out of it to drive it right?
     
  17. Flop
    Joined: Jun 8, 2006
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    nice work mats!! cant wait to see it progress into a nice custom!!
     
  18. 62dartman
    Joined: Feb 24, 2010
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    That's a real nice ride u got there kopperhead, sorry about how u came into it though. Im totally with you on the rear window and the extensions! Updates man, UPDATES!!! Good luck with it!
     
  19. Soreback
    Joined: Nov 25, 2007
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    Your friend would be proud of the work your are doing. Nice, can't wait for this one to move forward..... subscribed
     
  20. resqd37Zep
    Joined: Aug 28, 2006
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    from Nor Cal

    Thats exactly right. Your friend is smiling down on you as you build this car. I'm sure he's proud or you already. I can't wait to see more of your work.


     
  21. Kopperhead
    Joined: Feb 23, 2005
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    Thanks everyone for your kind comments.

    The rear fenders still needs some work, I'll post pictures of the progress.

    I have lowered the rear end 4" and will complete it with air bags.
     
  22. froggen
    Joined: Mar 17, 2006
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    Nice work Mats, looking forward to next summer :D
     
  23. The Continental
    Joined: Aug 23, 2011
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    from Texas

    Because a Cadillac isn't already long enough haha. I like it and want to see how this comes out.
     
  24. Jonnie King
    Joined: Aug 12, 2007
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    from St. Louis

    Kopperhead,

    Sorry for the loss of your friend, but it's in the right hands now to see his dream come true.

    Jonnie King www.legends.thewwbc.net
     
  25. khead47
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    is that an eldo? lookin good.
     
  26. pregrid
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    Great project, sub'd
     
  27. Lazlobassett
    Joined: Apr 12, 2010
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    Thats cool, looking forward to seeing it develop, might get me to work on my '50...well, probably not but I am looking forward to seeing yours anyway

    Cheers!
     
  28. jazzfidelity
    Joined: Sep 19, 2011
    Posts: 371

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    she's gonna be a sweet ride, glad i'm alive to see the progress..
     

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