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Diesel · 12-07-2007, 01:49 AM

The tear down has begun.

Last night I pulled the front bumper,grille,headlights/turnsignals and header panel.
Tonight I pulled out all the interior,door panels,molding,wipers and cowl,most of the dash(what a pita),headliner,seatbelts and the exterior badges and trim.

Tomorrow I should have the rest of the dash out, seats and floor mat out, Long Bed removed, rear bumper off and spare tire removed.

that leaves Saturday to pull the tank,drives shaft and all the electrical,fuel and brake lines running down the frame. Then the real fun starts, cuttin that Beotch in half.

Diesel · 12-07-2007, 02:01 AM

PIcs

The before shot

Yesterday

Some shots of the XL interior

Diesel · 01-06-2008, 10:48 PM

A little update.

Frame is now shortened 16". I have welded it back together and have the shortened driveshaft back in place.

I still have to fishplate this side. I have also finished the crossmember for the front of the Excursion tank.

It took me a while to decide how I wanted it but this is the simplest method I could come up with.

For those who have been wondering about this mod it is tricky. I did end up triming the front section of the gas tank skid plate to clear the shocks. The excursion shocks mount differently and slightly further forward.When I install the Bilstiens they should fit with no issue.

The rear of the skid plate is still sitting on the hitch crossmember and I still haven't decided on how to secure it.

I also wlded in a rear cross support with 1/4" angle for added strength.

I had to notch it to allow the bed bolt clip nut to fit properly.

Enjoy the pics and more updates to come.

BamaSixGun · 01-06-2008, 11:25 PM

Did you put a channel piece back to strengthen where you cut the frame, or is it just a simple cut and weld it back together?

Keep the pics a comin'

02SilverStroke · 01-07-2008, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BamaSixGun

Keep the pics a comin'

Definitely keep 'em coming. We can't wait to see "the finished product". A SWB Reg Cab 250 will be an "eye turner" to those who know trucks.

Diesel · 01-07-2008, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BamaSixGun

Did you put a channel piece back to strengthen where you cut the frame, or is it just a simple cut and weld it back together?

Keep the pics a comin'

I end welded the sections and will fish plate both sides.I may still box the 6" section of straight frame but I don't think it's needed.

Diesel · 01-09-2008, 02:12 AM

Here is a really bad Photochop Concept pic.

platinum01 · 01-09-2008, 10:25 AM

Sweet lookin deal. Sure looks like fun. Can't wait to see more photos.

BamaSixGun · 01-09-2008, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Diesel

Here is a really bad Photochop Concept pic.

Now I can get down with that, that will look awesome.

Crumm · 01-09-2008, 05:07 PM

Diesel, this looks to be a very cool build. Do you mind if starting with post #22 I move the build to a new thread in the General Super Duty Discussion forum? Hiding this buildup in the member introduction forum just doesn't do it justice.

12-07-2007, 01:49 AM	#1
Diesel Cetane Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Great State Of Texas Posts: 195 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Project Performance Street Truck The tear down has begun. Last night I pulled the front bumper,grille,headlights/turnsignals and header panel. Tonight I pulled out all the interior,door panels,molding,wipers and cowl,most of the dash(what a pita),headliner,seatbelts and the exterior badges and trim. Tomorrow I should have the rest of the dash out, seats and floor mat out, Long Bed removed, rear bumper off and spare tire removed. that leaves Saturday to pull the tank,drives shaft and all the electrical,fuel and brake lines running down the frame. Then the real fun starts, cuttin that Beotch in half. __________________

01-06-2008, 10:48 PM	#3
Diesel Cetane Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Great State Of Texas Posts: 195 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	A little update. Frame is now shortened 16". I have welded it back together and have the shortened driveshaft back in place. I still have to fishplate this side. I have also finished the crossmember for the front of the Excursion tank. It took me a while to decide how I wanted it but this is the simplest method I could come up with. For those who have been wondering about this mod it is tricky. I did end up triming the front section of the gas tank skid plate to clear the shocks. The excursion shocks mount differently and slightly further forward.When I install the Bilstiens they should fit with no issue. The rear of the skid plate is still sitting on the hitch crossmember and I still haven't decided on how to secure it. I also wlded in a rear cross support with 1/4" angle for added strength. I had to notch it to allow the bed bolt clip nut to fit properly. Enjoy the pics and more updates to come. __________________

01-06-2008, 11:25 PM	#4
BamaSixGun SDD Super Mod/Staff Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama The Beautiful Posts: 7,002 Thanks: 125 Thanked 131 Times in 106 Posts View Photos By: BamaSixGun	Did you put a channel piece back to strengthen where you cut the frame, or is it just a simple cut and weld it back together? Keep the pics a comin' __________________ STEPHEN Bama Auto Movers Proud Sponsor of SDD.com

01-09-2008, 02:12 AM	#7
Diesel Cetane Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Great State Of Texas Posts: 195 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Here is a really bad Photochop Concept pic. __________________ Last edited by Diesel; 01-09-2008 at 02:16 AM.

01-09-2008, 10:25 AM	#8
platinum01 SDD Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Willis, TX Posts: 1,637 Thanks: 30 Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts View Photos By: platinum01	Sweet lookin deal. Sure looks like fun. Can't wait to see more photos. __________________ Real Diesels Have Stacks 2001 F250 7.3L PSD 4X4 PLATINUM EDITION New Tunes from Matt @ Gear Head Automotive Boost Fooler from ITP Diesel MBRP 6" Stacks from DPPI Coolant System from DieselSite DIY Air Filter Wicked Wheel from Xtreme Diesel Full Built Transmission from DI Performance High Pressure Oil Crossover Hose CCV Mod Justin

12-07-2007, 02:01 AM	#2
Diesel Cetane Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Great State Of Texas Posts: 195 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	PIcs The before shot Yesterday Some shots of the XL interior __________________

01-09-2008, 05:07 PM	#10
Crumm Moderator/Fordoholic Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Posts: 5,619 Thanks: 15 Thanked 52 Times in 45 Posts View Photos By: Crumm	Diesel, this looks to be a very cool build. Do you mind if starting with post #22 I move the build to a new thread in the General Super Duty Discussion forum? Hiding this buildup in the member introduction forum just doesn't do it justice. __________________ CRUMMY™ is a 1996 F350 Click for Specs & Pictures

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