1947 International KB5 Frame Swap

[double bogey]

Beginning to look cool. Wish i had the cash, health and a place to do this. I always wanted a 40's or 50's pickup on a modern chassis with a bit of power. not even picky about brand.

[Pedernal]

This is awesome!!

[hboy35]

I painted the front rim a gray color and the rear stock rim black. I am trying to figure out what route to go. I kinda like the plain steel rims painted, but what color? Or should I just buy nice rims from like Discount Tire? thanks

[sog45]

That gray steel looks sweet

[highspeed]

I say keep it classic

[RiverBend]

I'm really liking the looks of the build, great work.

[trailrider]

Another vote for the grey steel rim. If you could find some baby moon hub caps I think it would blend in well. Nice job fitting that body to the frame by the way

[scjeeptx]

I'd be so tempted to matte clear coat her just the way she is. Another vote for the grey steel wheels.

[hboy35]

Been Awhile

It has been awhile since posting anything. I have done some work under the hood that is hard to show, but will try to get some pics later today. Basically making mounts for the ECU, brakes, battery, etc.

I picked up a rear tahoe seat, since they come with their own seat belts and I liked them. Took the mounting hardware off the bottom and will make some mounts to bolt them in. Sitting on 4x4s right now.

[hboy35]

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[oneeye]

Great project. It makes SO much sense to use a modern, mid-sized pickup frame for this project. People just don't understand how small these old vehicles are. I have a '47 International and the cab is small enough that I hung my cup holder on the passenger side door and it's an easy reach! I also have a '48 IH panel wagon project. I love those old cornbinders!! Again, great work.

[hboy35]

oneeye, do you have any pics of your '47? Always love seeing other folks trucks. Thanks, lots of folks dont agree with what I am doing. It was the fastest and least expensive way to get the old girl back on the road. Really liking it so far.

[NF HUNTER]

Looks good, Don't mind the guys that think it should be on the original chassis. It's your truck do what you want. Some are for show some are for go.

[TeamAmerica]

Nice update. Those seats are WAY too nice!

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