Deuce coupe ute, pickup

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06-07-2011, 09:03 PM
barnsey

Deuce coupe ute, pickup

A guy on my Aussie forum ozrodders.com is building a 32 coupe Ute, its different, but i think i like it :) He is going to make a few bodies towards the end of the year and see how they go.
I will keep you updated as to how his first build goes.
cheers barnsey

Quote Steve.
This is the plug for a mold that I have nearly finished.It is stretched 100mm to keep the proportions correct . It started off as a 5 window coupe and evolved from there. Here are some more angles. The cab was left untouched. The 100mm was added behind the doors to move the rear wheels back so it didn't look like it had been hit up the bum.The chassis uses stretched rails that Lilow cut for me. All the swag's in the side rails are there, only longer.The front 3/4 of the chassis is standard 32.The tailgate was cut into the body after all the body work was finished and the returns added.Thanks Steve
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0098.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0099.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0097.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0100.jpg
06-08-2011, 03:57 AM
DA34GUY

I'm likin it, Alot
Could be interested in 1 when he's ready to produce.
06-08-2011, 05:02 AM
IC2

That will be an interesting car-until I see what the front end does for it am going to say one way or another how I like it(not that anyone else cares what I think :whacked:).

Barnsey, keep us in the loop for an assembled car - doesn't have to be finished/painted - :D
06-08-2011, 07:55 PM
techinspector1

Very nice lines, I like it a lot.
06-09-2011, 02:21 AM
barnsey

another update.
barnsey

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodsteve

Thanks for the positive comments everyone.Mick that green is a mis tint that I used to paint the plug but I like it so the finished ute is going to be that colour with yellow steelies.Hewey the original rear lines followed the tudor tub but it looked like a push bar so I flattened it off.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/DSCF1750.jpg
This is what I started with.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/DSCF1748.jpg
Then added bits
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/DSCF1787.jpg
Have about 2 days for 2 of us to finish the mold.The old arms are getting tired from all the rolling out of the glass.The rotisserie is also getting tired as the mold will weigh about 250kg when finished :D :D Thanks again Steve.
06-20-2011, 11:17 PM
barnsey

Another update.
cheers barnsey

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodsteve

Hi all finally finished the mold with thanks for the help to my mate Baz. Lifted the chassis down from the mezzanine and put the plug back on.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0136.jpg
Couldnt wait to tape a few bits on and get a feel for the finished product.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0137.jpg
Still have the running boards and rear guards to finish off yet.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0138.jpg
Will put my bigger tyres on the rear rims and pull the guards out to suit then make the running boards match up.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0139.jpg
Real happy with the look so far.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0140.jpg
A couple of overhead shots to put it into perspective
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0141.jpg
I will finish the rear guards and running boards then off to sunny?? Queensland for a 4 week road trip then back into it seriously when I get back.
Regards to a cost I will figure out when I have all the bits ready. This body is all one piece with the floor and firewall all molded in together.
Keen to hear your opinions. Regards Steve.
06-20-2011, 11:22 PM
Itoldyouso

Actually very neat looking and it will give the owner a place to carry things like coolers, seats, tools, etc. I like it.

Don
06-21-2011, 12:19 AM
stovens

Very cool design Barnsey. I like the curved bed! Nice DeuceUte!
06-21-2011, 07:30 AM
jerry clayton

OKaaaaaa--now how about a 3 window?????
06-23-2011, 07:25 AM
rumrumm

I like it a lot better with fenders. Cool!! Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
06-23-2011, 08:41 AM
IC2

I do like it a lot better with fenders though I do have to say it's not something I would consider. The usual '32 lines are generally pretty well defined - vertical, horizontal and at close to right angles then rounded to flow with each other. The swooping back of the PU bed IMHO, does not complement that design.

{ Now, let my roasting begin http://planetsmilies.net/angry-smiley-1430.gif }
06-23-2011, 01:54 PM
lamin8r

Quote:

Originally Posted by IC2

I do like it a lot better with fenders though I do have to say it's not something I would consider. The usual '32 lines are generally pretty well defined - vertical, horizontal and at close to right angles then rounded to flow with each other. The swooping back of the PU bed IMHO, does not complement that design.

{ Now, let my roasting begin http://planetsmilies.net/angry-smiley-1430.gif }

Dave,I know where you are coming from..It probably doesnt look too bad to me,cos we are used to seeing the Aussie coupe utes,as they are called..The add on style that they have had all the way through to the 50s is the norm for us down here..Probably due to the fact that they had to build a vehicle for farm use,and carry the ''billy lids'' around too..:D...Incidentally,,have you ever seen an Aussie 56 Ford Mainline ute at all??Ya might have to jump on a Ford Australia website..:cool:
06-23-2011, 02:09 PM
IC2

Quote:

Originally Posted by lamin8r

Dave,I know where you are coming from..It probably doesnt look too bad to me,cos we are used to seeing the Aussie coupe utes,as they are called..The add on style that they have had all the way through to the 50s is the norm for us down here..Probably due to the fact that they had to build a vehicle for farm use,and carry the ''billy lids'' around too..:D...Incidentally,,have you ever seen an Aussie 56 Ford Mainline ute at all??Ya might have to jump on a Ford Australia website..:cool:

Robin - Now I see where he got his inspiration from : YouTube - ‪ford, mainline ute Australian 1955 56 57 58 59‬&rlm;. There is at least one more link there to the utes as well.

I still want to see a completed '32 eventually:3dSMILE:
06-23-2011, 02:27 PM
cffisher

Well if there going to roast you thay might as well get me too. I think it would look better with about 3 or 4 inches out of the belt line. Sorry just my opinion
06-23-2011, 02:35 PM
lamin8r

Quote:

Originally Posted by IC2

Robin - Now I see where he got his inspiration from : YouTube - ‪ford, mainline ute Australian 1955 56 57 58 59‬&rlm;. There is at least one more link there to the utes as well.

I still want to see a completed '32 eventually:3dSMILE:

The 46/7/8 Fords dont look so bad..We are spoilt here in NZ,cos,we got the American issue with our cars,trucks etc,but from Canada,for export,RHD..while the Australians built there own,from the different body building factories,like Holden,etc..Their 59 Fords were still the 55 body shape...
08-29-2011, 02:33 AM
barnsey

couple of updates for you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodsteve

Hi All have been doing a bit in between customer jobs.

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/100_1196.jpg
this is number one body
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/100_1205.jpg
Very happy with glass quality
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/100_1207.jpg
Even installed factory air :D
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0448.jpg
Been a few weeks and got a lot done.On the trailer going to the Hotrod Show
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0447.jpg
I will take some more at the show to get a better view.Sorry if the pics are a bit big. I havent figured how to shrink them.
Regards Steve.PS will have to show Baz how to change the date on his camera :D :D

[quote="hotrodsteve"]Photos from setup on Friday at the show
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0458.jpg
some of the moulds alongside
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0465.jpg
side view
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0459.jpg
My highboy coupe
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY0460.jpg
coupe and the ute
08-29-2011, 05:14 AM
Dave Severson

Neat little Ute, thanks for the update Barnsey!
08-29-2011, 11:05 AM
stovens

Barnsey do you have a photo from behind looking into the tailgate/ back of cab?
08-29-2011, 03:57 PM
barnsey

Steve mentioned that he will be getting some better photos up when he gets home from the show, I will post them up when he updates the pics.
He has also worked out a complete body and panel package price so if anyone is interested in knowing i will post that up too, from what i have read the body sits on a LI LO Chassis in the pics above.
cheers barnsey
08-30-2011, 12:37 AM
roadster32

I've looked at this a few times now and i'm sorry but it just don't work in my opinion, the proportions are off which kinda makes it look goofy, taller roof would certainly help the proportions.
Sorry !!!
08-30-2011, 09:52 AM
IC2

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadster32

I've looked at this a few times now and i'm sorry but it just don't work in my opinion, the proportions are off which kinda makes it look goofy, taller roof would certainly help the proportions.
Sorry !!!

Kinda what I said a ways back. Still think it's out of proportion - but it is interesting
08-30-2011, 11:31 AM
stovens

I think if you changed out the way the one piece fender fits under the body it would help alot. It almost looks like one car stacked on another the way it sits on the frame with the fender. I still think it's a cool concept that has lots of potential with just a little tweaking. I think Steve is right that a higher cab height would help correct this, or different fender/frame system. Still I love alot of the utes made for you aussies! I think he's on to something here!
11-09-2012, 05:05 PM
barnsey

I have been a bit quiet and slack with my postings on my forums over the past months,
so i thought i would give you a couple of updates on this one.

update # 1

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodsteve

Its been a long time since the last update. Things like holidays and more holidays and of course work to pay for the holidays keep getting in the way. :) :) At the moment the ute is being reassembled for the last time.It is painted a light cream colour with the guards slightly darker. Has black trimmed running boards and rear cover.The chassis is cream with black on most other parts.It should be complete in the next couple of months all being well.Here are a few pics early in the reassembly stage.Regards Steve.
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1300.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1295.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1297.jpg
11-09-2012, 05:06 PM
barnsey

update # 2

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodsteve

Hi There, Been pretty busy over the past months and finally have rego on the ute,
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1322.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1321.jpg
Pics of the interior
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1324.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1326.jpg
More outside
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1320.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1319.jpg
http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/p...e/SANY1323.jpg
Its powered by Holden 253 / Trimatic and banjo diff . Has a Rodtech front end and triangulated rear four bar and coilovers. It drives real nice. Just need to get the aircon gassed ready for summer. I can supply bodies/chassis if anyone is interested. Thanks for looking regards Steve.
11-10-2012, 02:43 AM
Dave Severson

Looks great, Barnsey! Turned out really nice, came along with from what you started out with!!!!
11-10-2012, 05:07 AM
rspears

Your friend, Steve, did a nice job finishing out the first one Barnsey! It should be a good calling card for selling a few more of the Ute bodies, I'd imagine. Very nice.
11-10-2012, 05:41 AM
Big Tracks

Thanks for showing us the finished product, Barnsey!

Beautiful and unique.

Jim
11-10-2012, 09:22 AM
stovens

Looks awesome. Came along ways from fiberglass to painted! Nice power setup too. Probably gets good milage?
11-12-2012, 11:32 AM
40FordDeluxe

Man it really looks nice! The tonneau cover on there really helps break up the awkwardness IMO. Nice job!
11-14-2012, 06:50 AM
rumrumm

Nicely done!
11-16-2012, 08:09 PM
johnboy

Certainly different...I like it!

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