My New Project! CCPU

[jakeknapp29]

Last Fall I got a good deal on a 29 chassis. I've been looking all winter for a good body and last weekend I finally got one. It's a 28/29 pickup cab and it came from Kansas. It was an AA truck and it's been sitting out in a field since the 50's. It's in good shape as far as sheet metal, It needs all new wood though. My plan is to restore it according to the touring class judging standards.

[Gary WA]

Looks like a great project!!! Keep this site up to date on your progress. It's fun to see them go together.

[Vanspeed]

I just got my 29 CCPU running and drove it today after a very long nap. Glad to see another one coming together.

[Dan Partain]

Nice find Jake, looks like a great cab, that will be a nice little pickup.

[BashawT]

Awesome! Keep us posted with progress!

[SoCal_Alden]

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Looks like a fun project.
Every Guy needs a Truck!!

[Mike V. Florida]

BEST OF LUCK and yes, please post pictures!

[al's28/33]

CONGRATULATIONS!!.....take your time and be patient, it's always too easy to spend more than you thought. Keep us posted on your progress.

[WTSHNN]

A coupe, a speedster and now a truck? You really like those two-seaters!

-Tim

[jakeknapp29]

Thanks everyone! I will post pictures on this thread as I go along. Any pics or advice on 28/29 pickups would be helpful, especially on wood and top installation. I'm going to start taking the cab apart this weekend.
Tim-I guess I figured if I get enough two seaters I'll have the same amount of space as a sedan.

[1931 flamingo]

jakeknapp29: Look for some recent posts by Vanspeed, as he just did a roof redo on a 29. Also learn to use the 'search" function.

Paul in CT

[Great Lakes Greg]

I think Touring Class is the way to go. You'll have the satisfaction of a well restored truck without all the aggravation of having the cadmium plated what-not being the correct month part for the truck. Fine point is great for the hobby, but a nice, clean, correct truck will be nearly as rewarding without the obsessive details. Hopefully I didn't just step on some toes.

[Tom Wesenberg]

Originally Posted by Great Lakes Greg

I think Touring Class is the way to go. You'll have the satisfaction of a well restored truck without all the aggravation of having the cadmium plated what-not being the correct month part for the truck. Fine point is great for the hobby, but a nice, clean, correct truck will be nearly as rewarding without the obsessive details. Hopefully I didn't just step on some toes.

My toes have been stepped on so much that now I have to wear clown shoes!

[jakeknapp29]

Well, I'm off and running! I've got the cab pretty well stripped down to bare bones. There is some minor rust in the cowl and in the rear of the floor pan...easy fixes. The doors are in excellent condition and surprisingly the door pins came out relatively easy! My next move is to get it all out to the sandblaster and then start patching the rust holes.

[Dan Partain]

The rear pieces of your cab look to be in great shape, not so beat up like most.

There is a lot of info on these trucks here on fordbarn, try searches in the archives for 82-A, 29CC, 29 CC, 28-29CC, etc. and you will be busy reading for a while.

Thanks for the photos of the rubber plug under the seat.

-DAN

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

My toes have been stepped on so much that now I have to wear clown shoes!

Toes are MEANT to be stepped on,, that's why they're located out FRONT!
They're may be some wisdom in this, but I really don't know what it might be? Bill W.

[Roadster62]

That is a nice looking cab, hope your sandblaster is a good one and things come home straight. Bob

[jakeknapp29]

Well, I got a few more things done this week. I took the back cab panels apart and also started working on straightening out the cab corners. I picked up some fenders today! The fronts are decent, the rear fenders are pretty rough so I'll probably keep looking for another set. Oh and I think my gas tank has a leak.

[Farrell In Vancouver]

Looks like the metal moths got into the closet!
Nothing a little duct tape won't cure.
Remember if the wimmins don't find you handsome, the better find you handy!

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by Farrell In Vancouver

Looks like the metal moths got into the closet!
Nothing a little duct tape won't cure.
Remember if the wimmins don't find you handsome, the better find you handy!

That sounds like a Red Green quote! He is my hero.

[ltdann]

I'm at a similar point with my 29CCPU (A2344243). Engine and frame serials even match!

My engine is out, but I have yet to get the axles and springs off. My basement is awash with cleaned/new car parts waiting for paint, assembly and installation

Rich

[TommyCoupe]

Looks like if you only fill the tank half-way, you'll be fine.

Cool project !

Tommy-

[Fred K-OR]

Originally Posted by jakeknapp29

Well, I got a few more things done this week. I took the back cab panels apart and also started working on straightening out the cab corners. I picked up some fenders today! The fronts are decent, the rear fenders are pretty rough so I'll probably keep looking for another set. Oh and I think my gas tank has a leak.

Somewhere I saw a 29 tank for sale. I think it was here on the Barn Swap section.

[jakeknapp29]

Headed off for the sandblaster first thing in the morning. Then the real fun starts!

[Tom Wesenberg]

Originally Posted by jakeknapp29

Headed off for the sandblaster first thing in the morning. Then the real fun starts!

WHOA!!!
Is this a comerrcial sandblaster? Does he know how to do large flat panels without warping them?

[jakeknapp29]

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Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

WHOA!!!
Is this a comerrcial sandblaster? Does he know how to do large flat panels without warping them?

Yes it is a commercial sandblaster. The guy I am taking it to sandblasted my '29 coupe a few years ago and did an excellent job so everything should turn out fine (knock on wood).

[jakeknapp29]

She's back from the blaster!! Everything turned out great! I've got a LOT of sheet metal working to do now....

[Vanspeed]

Looks like fun!

[jakeknapp29]

I started doing some cowl patching tonight. I made a patch for the left side and got it welded in and smoothed out. I'm pretty happy with it. Right side tomorrow!

[Dan Partain]

Nice job Jake! By the looks of it, that's not your first patch panel. Keep up the good work.

[jakeknapp29]

I made another patch today and got it welded in. I also went to a swap meet this morning and got a dash panel, tail light, and headlight bar for my truck.

[jakeknapp29]

Been pretty busy lately as I am also building a 40 Ford hot rod and helping a buddy with a 32 five window coupe......and finishing up school. Still finding time for the truck though. Been patching up the back cab panels, removed the old floor pan (it turned into swiss cheese during sandblasting) and welding up the holes in the sub frame. Lots of work to do!!

[jakeknapp29]

Made some progress on the truck tonight. The back part of the seat riser was rusted out pretty bad so I made a patch and welded it in. I think it turned out really nice. I've also started shooting primer on a lot of the pieces.

[gunmetal blue]

Nice looking truck I would be happy if mine was in that kind of shape, but I am happy with what I got. Good Luck

[Steve Plucker]

Jake,

You and Flop ought to go in business together!

Pluck

[jakeknapp29]

Been super busy lately but still finding a little time to work on the pickup. Got the new floor pan in and subframe all back together. Now I am working on finishing up the back panels and cab corners and then I'll move on to the doors!

[jakeknapp29]

I got back to work on the pickup this evening. I made a patch for the lower cab back panel and got it welded in. Next project is patching the doors.

[partridgekelley]

Hi Jake I also have a 28/9 pick-up,mixed parts not a show piece. I bought it in July of 59 at age 14. The only draw back here in a small town is I can't get away with anything= everyone knows my truck. I bought , a long time ago , a set of the blue prints for all the wood. I have shared them with a few guys putting one together , and will with you if you need. More like if your good with wood work. All I ask is you pay for the copying and shipping. Hope you off that sun visor soon. I'm at [email protected] (dumb computor) Do you have headlights yet? I'ed be lost without my old truck - it's part of my life. Wish mine had been in as good of shape when I got it.

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by partridgekelley

Hi Jake I also have a 28/9 pick-up,mixed parts not a show piece. I bought it in July of 59 at age 14. The only draw back here in a small town is I can't get away with anything= everyone knows my truck. I bought , a long time ago , a set of the blue prints for all the wood. I have shared them with a few guys putting one together , and will with you if you need. More like if your good with wood work. All I ask is you pay for the copying and shipping. Hope you off that sun visor soon. I'm at [email protected] (dumb computor) Do you have headlights yet? I'ed be lost without my old truck - it's part of my life. Wish mine had been in as good of shape when I got it.

Thanks so much for the offer! I would really be interested in the blueprints. I sent you an email. That would be a huge help!

[FirstA]

Jake, I started my 29 ccpu restoration a few months ago. I started on the chassis first and will do the cab last. My biggest problem so far is finding two good doors. I find bad rust but no winners yet. Looks like you are having as much fun as I am.

[phaetonblue]

Jake, your body work really looks nice. It looks like you are using a mig welder. I was wondering if you would show the tool that you use to get those clean cuts when you cutout the old sheet metal. Thanks.

[jakeknapp29]

Phaetonblue, Thanks!! Yes, I do use a mig welder. Not the best way to weld sheet metal but a tig welder just isn't in my budget right now and the mig welder does fine as long as you take your time. When I cut out old sheet metal I use the Dewalt 4.5x.045 cutting wheels. They work great. I've used them on everything from 18 gauge sheet metal to 1/4" plate.

[jakeknapp29]

I'm back!!! Been working on some other projects lately but finding time to work on the truck as well. I've spent many hours straightening out the beat up cab corners and back panels. A LOT of metal shrinking and hammer and dolly work. This weekend I worked on the doors quite a bit. They turned out to be pretty rough. I've been working on the inner door bottoms. I made all the patches and got them tacked in. Next week I hope to replace the outer skins.

[dr.j]

Mighty fine work; wish I could weld as well as I can wrench.

[Chris in WNC]

Originally Posted by SoCal_Alden

Looks like a fun project.
Every Guy needs a Truck!!

I agree, and according to my wife every girl needs one too!

[jakeknapp29]

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I got the bottoms of the doors patched up a few weeks ago. They are just tack welded right now. Looks good so far. Hopefully I will be able to finish welding them this week. Also been doing a lot of body work on the back cab panels. Going to start shooting primer as soon as it starts to warm up.

[Lawrie]

Here is the progress on my 28 pickup,changed it from a home made open cab to the closed cab.
A lot of work but great fun,also got a lot of help from other barners,
Ready to disassemble today for paint prep and paint
Lawrie

[sphanna]

I enjoy following your projects. I wish more young people would show such an interest in the hobby. I am wondering if your grampa, Dr Jim, is a Barner and keeping up with your posts. He is pretty proud of you.

[Joe K]

My March 29 CC pickup came from a seller in Oakham, MA, where the truck had been used by the cemetery association for light earth moving duties. It was pretty rough, mostly the body, with the lower rear body panel fully separated from the floor pan. The only thing really holding the body together was the four oak strips used as the seat support behind the upper cushion.

It was bought by me in 1977 as my graduation present from college. Some parents give their children a car on their graduation? Well, I picked my car myself.

I restored it mechanically pretty much. Drove it around for a few years on weekends and parades. And then family and job changes kind of got in the way. Now, the end of my career is in sight and my children's college is paid for so I'm re-kindling the interest. I have to have SOMETHING to do after I retire. Otherwise I get OLD.

The truck is currently spread out all over the inside of my barn. That is 100 percent of my first Model A, about 70 percent of the next, perhaps 40 percent of the third, and a whole bunch of other parts including a Gordon Smith Air Compressor.

People find out you have a Model A and "Gee I have this engine block that's been hanging around and I don't know what to do with it. Do you want it?"

I'm a glutton for punishment. And who among us can say no.

Anyway, looks like fun. You're doing EXTREMELY WELL not only doing the work, but documenting for our examination as well. I hope you're keeping it all in a scrap book to keep with the truck when you er, loan it to someone.

Good luck,
Joe K

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by Lawrie

Here is the progress on my 28 pickup,changed it from a home made open cab to the closed cab.
A lot of work but great fun,also got a lot of help from other barners,
Ready to disassemble today for paint prep and paint
Lawrie

Wow nice truck Lawrie!!! Looks like you are getting close to the end. I see a problem though......You put your steering column on the wrong side

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by sphanna

I enjoy following your projects. I wish more young people would show such an interest in the hobby. I am wondering if your grampa, Dr Jim, is a Barner and keeping up with your posts. He is pretty proud of you.

I'm glad that you have enjoyed following my build! Hopefully when I get done I can bring it on a trip to Iowa! My grandpa isn't on the Ford Barn right now. I should probably help him get a profile set up. He is not a big fan of computers. I'm very thankful to have such a wonderful grandpa. He's done so much to help me and encourage my interest in the hobby!

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by Joe K

My March 29 CC pickup came from a seller in Oakham, MA, where the truck had been used by the cemetery association for light earth moving duties. It was pretty rough, mostly the body, with the lower rear body panel fully separated from the floor pan. The only thing really holding the body together was the four oak strips used as the seat support behind the upper cushion.

It was bought by me in 1977 as my graduation present from college. Some parents give their children a car on their graduation? Well, I picked my car myself.

I restored it mechanically pretty much. Drove it around for a few years on weekends and parades. And then family and job changes kind of got in the way. Now, the end of my career is in sight and my children's college is paid for so I'm re-kindling the interest. I have to have SOMETHING to do after I retire. Otherwise I get OLD.

The truck is currently spread out all over the inside of my barn. That is 100 percent of my first Model A, about 70 percent of the next, perhaps 40 percent of the third, and a whole bunch of other parts including a Gordon Smith Air Compressor.

People find out you have a Model A and "Gee I have this engine block that's been hanging around and I don't know what to do with it. Do you want it?"

I'm a glutton for punishment. And who among us can say no.

Anyway, looks like fun. You're doing EXTREMELY WELL not only doing the work, but documenting for our examination as well. I hope you're keeping it all in a scrap book to keep with the truck when you er, loan it to someone.

Good luck,
Joe K

That's a neat story Joe! Thank you for the compliments and encouragement! Good luck with your truck and I hope you post some pictures!

[MikeK]

jakeknapp29, Thank you for keeping up this fantastic build thread. You started it 3/23/12, soon it will be a year. To date you have posted, if I count correctly, about 50 great photos. Looking at your join date and your number of posts it appears you're more a man of action than of words. But then, Confucius say "Picture worth 1000 words" so thank you for that most of all.

[jdfinch22]

great job keep up the info, i have a late 31 indented firewall that i hope to get started on soon. this will be my first attempt, a coupleof my uncles were model a guys, i should have learned more when they were alive.

[jakeknapp29]

Been doing a lot of body work the past few months. Finally had a warm day here in central Indiana and was able to shoot some primer. I'm excited for more warm weather so I can start getting things done!!

[jakeknapp29]

I've spent the past month or so sanding and priming. Finally starting to put the cab together!!!! It's actually kind of starting to look like a truck again!!!

[Onlybackroads]

Looks great! You're doing a really nice job, and it's also good to see a fellow young person who's into the old cars. We gotta keep 'em going!

[Mad Mac]

Great job Jake!
So its not important to spray on the primer straight away after sandblasting? I thought it was essential to do it immediately? I guess it depends whether you live in a dry climate. Here in NZ its pretty moist most of the time and we prime sheet metal within minutes of sand-blasting or bead-blasting. Rust never sleeps!

[pooch]

If the panel was badly rusted , it will have oxygen in the pores, and it will rust badly again very quickly, you will see it brown stain within hours.

With my very particular jobs, I would sandblast , then apply deoxidene (phosphoric acid) to where the bad rust was, and let it sit for 48 hours, then re blast it.

If the panel was not too bad before blasting , it can be kept in a dry environment while working on for months / years .

If you rub the panel with anything from 36 upwards to reduce the profile , it will not rust as bad either when left in bare metal.

Absolutely beware of bare fingers on panel if you want it to stay non rusty for a while.

[Phil]

Originally Posted by Farrell In Vancouver

Looks like the metal moths got into the closet!
Nothing a little duct tape won't cure.
Remember if the wimmins don't find you handsome, the better find you handy!

Since it is a gas tank, be sure to use the "metal duct tape"

[jakeknapp29]

Made some more progress on the wood installation this week. It's gone together very nicely so far. I took the front fenders, radiator shell and tailgate to the sandblaster a few days ago. I also got a brand new Brookville bed on order. They said it should be ready in two or three weeks.

[wrndln]

Jake,
I looks like you are doing a great restoration job on the pickup. Keep up the good work and keep us posted with lots of pictures. Also, thanks for answering my pickup questions.
Rusty Nelson

[jakeknapp29]

Still making some progress. Finished welding up doors and about done with body work on the doors. Put a fender well in for the side mount spare. Patched up a rough set of splash aprons. Got a new set of running boards but still waiting for Brookville to finish up the bed.

[jakeknapp29]

A few more!

[Phil]

Great job! keep up the good work!

[baquetA1929]

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an excellent job!

[jakeknapp29]

I picked up the bed from Brookville a few weeks ago. They make some excellent products out there and super quality! The bed is perfect. Currently getting it ready for primer. Also been working on splash aprons and radiator shell.

[wrndln]

Your CCPU is looking good!
Rusty Nelson

[dsarge390]

Congrats!!

[jakeknapp29]

Progress has been a bit slow lately. Got the engine and tranny out and taken apart. Hopefully get the rest of the chassis apart soon and off to sandblast. Body work is about done but going to wait until spring to paint.

[Skrain]

If only I could do that to mine...

[Model A Man]

Love the trucks. I would like a 30/31 ccpu. I was even thinking If I came across the right ccpu I would trade for my 30 deluxe roadster

[Skrain]

Originally Posted by Model A Man

Love the trucks. I would like a 30/31 ccpu. I was even thinking If I came across the right ccpu I would trade for my 30 deluxe roadster

Is the Deluxe Roadster bigger inside then the roadster pickup? From dash to seatback, that is.

[jakeknapp29]

Chassis is apart and took a truck load of parts to the sandblaster.

[pooch]

Originally Posted by jakeknapp29

I made another patch today and got it welded in. I also went to a swap meet this morning and got a dash panel, tail light, and headlight bar for my truck.

That is what I think was the most fun of restoring an incomplete car.

Going to swap meets and finding the bit you need.

Gives you heaps of inspiration when you get home and offer the part up to the car.

I go to to about ten swaps a year, so I get about ten shots of inspiration each year.

[Glenn of northport]

Great job on your p u I just started on a 1 18 29 ccpu was a work truck at Greenfield village for many years and looks it.I am leaving it in its sad well used look but redoing engine brakes ect.Will be using it at our Farmers Market in Northport Mi.Cheers Glenn

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by pooch

That is what I think was the most fun of restoring an incomplete car.

Going to swap meets and finding the bit you need.

Gives you heaps of inspiration when you get home and offer the part up to the car.

I go to to about ten swaps a year, so I get about ten shots of inspiration each year.

Pooch, I agree! Hunting down parts for this project has been a fun challenge! I try to go to as many swap meets as I can throughout the year.

[jakeknapp29]

Originally Posted by Glenn of northport

Great job on your p u I just started on a 1 18 29 ccpu was a work truck at Greenfield village for many years and looks it.I am leaving it in its sad well used look but redoing engine brakes ect.Will be using it at our Farmers Market in Northport Mi.Cheers Glenn

Thank you Glenn! Good luck on your project! Hope to see some pictures!

[wrndln]

Jake,
We haven't heard anything about the progress of your restoration of the 29 pickup for over 9 months. It looks like you are doing a great job. How's it coming?
Rusty Nelson

[jakeknapp29]

I know, Its been awhile! I am still working on the truck. Progress has slowed due to my new job but I am still getting things done. I went to Hershey a few weeks ago and picked up a set of rear fenders and door latches for the truck. I hope to start painting body parts soon. I decided to try something different on this restoration and I powder coated nearly all the chassis components. Looks sooo nice.....hopefully it holds up well. I will post pics soon!!

[pooch]

Great to see ya back Jake.

Check my album out, it may give you some ideas on what to drop in the pickup bed to go to your swaps in....

I built this since you were here last.

[jakeknapp29]

Well, I have to say I'm a little embarassed. I just realized how long it has been since I posted anything here. I can't believe it has been four years since I started this build. Where has the time gone??? To make a long story short, I got really frustrated with this project and didn't touch it for probably a year and focused on some other projects. I finally built my motivation back up and am ready to finish this thing. Just about ready to finish up the body work and prep for paint. I'm also working on putting the engine back together. I did all my own babbitt pouring and line boring. Here are a few pics to get started back up again. I promise to post more soon.

[rocket1]

Great project,keep that windshield visor,mine is non stock but makes my truck more interesting,the two holes with the clincher nuts on the driver side post are for the mirror bracket.If you can't find one a vendor at the Hellertown A show reproduced them,one of the Barners would be able to put you in contact with him.

[jakeknapp29]

Poured the rod Babbitt and bored them to size

[Pilotdave]

Jake - that's a great project! Thanks for posting all the pictures and the stories - it's fun to watch that truck come together.

Dave

[jakeknapp29]

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I'm still working on it! I finished the engine over the summer. Most of my summer was spent doing body work, sanding and priming. I hope to start final painting on the body after the holidays. I got all the chassis components painted and I'm assembling it now. With any luck, I might just have this thing on the road next year!

[jakeknapp29]

Here are a few more

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Great work Jake. Keep it up

[Great Lakes Greg]

I have always thought it a shame to cover up a well done chassis. That truck is going to be sharp.

[JBill]

I'm in Valparaiso, not too far away, so when you get tired of this project you can drop it off at my house!! Just kidding. Enjoy. Looks to be in good shape.

[jakeknapp29]

Thanks for the encouragement, guys! I'll keep posting as I progress

[32 chevy vett]

Just went through your whole post. Very good on all your work that powder coat looks great
I have a friend that just done his 33 street rod frame in powder coat looks great.
I'am at the same point as you on my 30 coupe waiting for the summer so I can paint.
Very good work keep the photos coming.

[jakeknapp29]

Can't wait to set the chassis down on its wheels!

[Art Newland]

wow! great job.

[jm29henry]

Good luck enjoy the process

[waxhead]

outstanding work, keep it up.

[jakeknapp29]

I set the engine in the chassis today. Starting to look a little bit like a Model A!

[jakeknapp29]

It runs! Fired it up for the first time today and ran quite well.

[Gunmetal blue2]

do you have any of the aa parts you don't want e-mail me [email protected] or 574-221-1475. good luck and welcome. I have a 1929 AA ccpu

[rogerbridges01]

Hi like your build .I could you measure the cab corner where it has the place like it was going to have window ? I think it is 5 by 18 I am biulding one from the ground up buy hand from flat stock . [email protected] . Thank's .

[jakeknapp29]

The weather is finally warming up! I was able to test my paint on the radiator shell. Turned out nice! Hopefully I'll be able to spray the cab in the next few weeks.

[jakeknapp29]

I'm still plugging away on paint work. I've got quite a bit done but still a long way to go. I painted the cab last weekend. I've driven the chassis around the yard a few times now as well.

[Tom Wesenberg]

Looks very nice.

Is that the later style steering wheel painted red? It looks like a large hub on it.

Actually they are closer to brown, and that's the color Ford called them.

[jakeknapp29]

Good eye Tom! Yes, it is a later wheel. I won't be keeping it on permanently. It was just on old cracked/broken wheel I had laying around and I filled the broken out areas with filler and sprayed it with red primer so I could drive the chassis around.

[wrndln]

Jake,
Your truck looks great! It looks like you are doing it right. Keep up the good work and keep posting more pictures of your progress.
Rusty Nelson