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***TECH: 32 RPU Project - Making a RPU into an SUV***

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by NealinCA, Sep 8, 2011.

  1. Flat-Foot
    Joined: Jul 1, 2010
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    Flat-Foot
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    from Locust NC

    I must admit when I saw the title of this thread I though, oh lord no. I was thinking of something horrific, I was shown something brilliant. Outstanding work.
     
  2. hot rod pro
    Joined: Jun 1, 2005
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    hot rod pro
    Member
    from spring tx.

    outstanding work!

    -danny
     
  3. Malcolm
    Joined: Feb 9, 2006
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    Malcolm
    Member
    from Nebraska

    Awesome idea, Neal, and VERY nice work and execution. Thanks for taking the time to share it with us!



    Malcolm
     
  4. KING CHASSIS
    Joined: Aug 28, 2005
    Posts: 1,862

    KING CHASSIS
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    I love to see posts like this. Man that is neat.
     
  5. Wau! This is what I need to do in my '53 Chevy RPU! That's brilliant!

    Klaus
     
  6. Flipper
    Joined: May 10, 2003
    Posts: 3,395

    Flipper
    Member
    from Kentucky

    Great work.

    This is too cool for words.

    If people ask about it, just tell them it is the "stow and go" seating option ....really rare.

    [​IMG]
     
  7. You should weld some plates to the floor and drill through. The seatbelts may even come with them if you buy new aftermarket seatbelts.

    Great work as usual Neal.
     
  8. yblock292
    Joined: Oct 10, 2006
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    yblock292
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    excellent workmanship!
     
  9. CharlieLed
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    CharlieLed
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    Impressive! Great execution and for all the right reasons...
     
  10. Retribution
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    Retribution
    Member
    from Western PA

    Brilliant idea, thanks for sharing! Excellent work!
     
  11. Like another commentator said... When I saw the title and the author, I hoped that nothing strange would happen that cool truck.

    But, Wow! Amazing! Beautiful vision and awe-inspiring execution. Very, very cool.

    And it solves the problem of those loving RPU styling but still wanting to include the family.
     
  12. Ian Berky
    Joined: Nov 28, 2007
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    Ian Berky
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  13. 562roadster
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    562roadster
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    Great idea and workmanship! subscribed.
     
  14. goodgarb
    Joined: May 29, 2007
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    goodgarb
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    from TACOMA,WA

    :DAmazing work for the love of family!
     
  15. Ken Smith
    Joined: Dec 6, 2005
    Posts: 420

    Ken Smith
    Alliance Vendor

    Good job Neal. I have always admired your work.
    You always make your fabricated parts look factory made. That is no small feat.
     
  16. Old Henry is rolling over in his grave, hating you for showing "A Better Idea" that he and Edsel missed. Too cool, many will be fooled into thinking that is a factory option!:D
     
  17. Davyj
    Joined: Jul 11, 2011
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    Davyj
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    Great workmanship, and good skills at presenting it as well............kudo's!!!!!!!
     
  18. poprivit
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    poprivit
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    from Hagerstown

    Very nice, clever and well done.
     
  19. koolkemp
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    koolkemp
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  20. Pete
    Joined: Mar 8, 2001
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    Pete
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    Oh shit!! That's slick!! and well done!!

    Pete-
     
  21. brownsmetal
    Joined: Sep 16, 2007
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    brownsmetal
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    Amazing idea and incredible work!
     
  22. Reading the title of this article, I did not expect this! Super clever, and really fine craftsmanship. Great job!
     
  23. CRH
    Joined: Apr 30, 2006
    Posts: 554

    CRH
    Member
    from Utah

  24. THAT totally rules! Excellent engineering and craftsmanship of a fantastic idea. That is one of those "why didn't I think of that" ideas that I am sure will now be duplicated many times over.
     
  25. Love your work. Do you reckon you could do a second row so I could fit four kids in the back? :)

    Love the use of original parts and that you go to the trouble to make it looks 'Henry-right'.
     
  26. plywude
    Joined: Nov 3, 2008
    Posts: 699

    plywude
    Member Emeritus
    from manteca ca

    Excellent idea and construction...really thinking inside the box lol
     
  27. Russ V.
    Joined: Oct 13, 2009
    Posts: 277

    Russ V.
    Member

    Just plain FANTASTIC....what a great way to burn in a new TIG and make unbelievable artwork!!!!

    Your project really creates motivation. Congrats on a great job.:eek:
     
  28. ripper
    Joined: Mar 7, 2001
    Posts: 19

    ripper
    Member

    fuggen brilliant...too cool
     

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