scooter99 Posted January 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 I can't answer that Scott because I bought this truck solely for what it is. If I had to have the back seat I'd cater towards that like I've done in my daily driven cars with beat. This is my toy so I do what I want. When my wife lets me im sorry i chucked at that too much lol and most don't go through the rear window as it limits design options and i've always been a fan of go big or go home.. if you're gonna cut the back wall at all just cut the whole thing out and do a wall (unless for competing purposes) I get that part too. I've been working on a design myself, for this reason. As an alternative of going through the cab wall, and it would also give me more bed space since I only have a short bed. but I think my port size was like 21 w by 13 tall and it fit right in the window double port walled all the way around. Then fill in the sides like sealing off a trunk. It works, but it was a Biiiiioooootch to make work. Lots of numbers playing to get to that final point. 16 10's on 4 3500's big enough? Facebook Page: S99Creations 2006 F250 Lariat Build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrionStang Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 Good luck even considering welding the pieces back in. That sheet metal is so fucking thin you can't run a bead without warping it . You'd have to patiently do it a tack weld at a time. When I cut and rewelded bracing into my car, we had to tack it in, then use that seam filler putty in a tube. Does the job but looks like shit. SMD Super Seller My Feedback Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooter99 Posted January 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 Well that's not what I was looking to hear. But thanks for the honest input. I actually thought about that. I wonder, just thinking as I always do too much of, if it would be better, to weld or use some kind of epoxy weld to put a piece in that would cover the entire back bed wall, and then something simialr to the inside, when the time came that is. Inside the cab, throw some deadener over it put the carpet back up, trim pieces, and call it done. in the bed, do something with the seams around the edge, and re bed line over it. If I do go the shell route, that would be a good time to build a carpet kit. Facebook Page: S99Creations 2006 F250 Lariat Build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrionStang Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 Those ideas would work, just be sure the buyer knows what they're getting. SMD Super Seller My Feedback Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooter99 Posted January 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 Well it won't happen for several years. At least 7 when my wife's car is paid off. But I hear you and agree. Facebook Page: S99Creations 2006 F250 Lariat Build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEvil Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 mig/tig welding that thin sheet metal is easy if you're experienced. I would suggest using the short camper toppers (they're basically just a cab extension) if you dont plan on keeping the vehicle for too long. MickyMcD - "Capable of making some serious trouser flapping volumes at where's-my-testicles frequencies, the Servo-Drives used to be fairly jaw dropping..." Any time you have have a power wire next to your frame put some rubber hosing (or cut up an innertube) around it. The wire is bound to wiggle (due to driving or flex) and the casing will eventually wear through. Hammerdown... 1% no links to outside websites, business related FB/YT pages allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azscott Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 If you need the back seat honestly I would do a center console build. I'm doing a center console right now for a buddy of mine in his f150. He needed his back seat and his bed so there weren't many options. I agree with orion on welding sheet metal though. I've been welding for a good amount of time and when it's thin like that it's possible to get done but it's a pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kryptonite Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 I did a full cut through on my ranger and i regret it. There's a sort of pride in being able to build in the cab and still have a functional bed. I did try to build a 40+ cuft shell and snapped the suspension so kind of a bit much for the truck but oh well. If i could go back to the day i cut it, i wouldn't do it. If you can just make it so you lose the back window and run a camper top, that'd be best in my eyes. Just do a 4th ported through the window and call it a day. DC SOUND LAB NUT HUGGERCurrently Own 4 - 18" lvl 6s (m3) w/full Carbon Fiber option 2 - DC 5k lvl 4 motor lvl 2 motor On 8/2/2013 at 8:13 PM, n8ball2013 said: this is much worse. Its old n8 without the time or patience to hold fucking hands. I'm supposed to be doing school work but yet here i am making sure jr fuck fuck isn't trying to poke the other kids with a stick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolarbilz Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 I had a 86 Chevy with blow through sold to young kid I have a 03 with a blow through still have not worried about selling it.I had the back of my 03 repaired guy did a great job.if I wanted to weld hole back up its possible with a price. In the bed I figure I just get a whole new panel..it depends on how devoted you are and how much bass you want and can live with and with out.Now my 2011 Chevy I'm fine with out a blow through ..( I think) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jk13 Posted January 31, 2015 Report Share Posted January 31, 2015 JK13, I get what you're saying as well. I don't mind a stock vehicle. I don't think I'd do anything with my wife's brand new explorer. It's a great stock vehicle. I honstely don't find myself sitting there figuring out what I'd do with it if it were mine like I did with her accord. But to each his own, and I truely believe that. Just so we're clear on where I was coming from, I'm a customizer by trade and have never owned a stock vehicle for more than a few hours. Usually have parts waiting for them when they get home. Like you said, if you dig toppers there is nothing wrong with doing it that way. Be aware that the rear glass is a structural piece on these newer thinner skinned trucks. Not that the back wall isn't if you cut it out. lol. Bracing is good. Static drops are my bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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