1958 GMC build

Update...





About a week ago I contacted Ed, who owns the business where I work. He is a car nut and a really down-to-earth guy. I asked him if he knew anyone that would be willing to help get my dad's truck rolling. He got in touch with an old hot rod buddy, Bob, and they offered to take the truck and get the engine running and the truck moving! This was such a great relief. Bob came out today to pick it up.





I still need to find help getting the box prepped and painted. I have a few leads but nothing in stone. If anyone knows of a good shop (around MN) willing to lend a hand please let me know. Like I have said before - don't have much for finances to get this done but I know there are some good people with ideas on what I can do. Even if I can get a reduced shop rate and flexible payment terms we may be able to work out a deal but not sure.





Thanks again for taking the time to read this. I know this is a lot to ask and if you are unable to help, your thoughts and prayers are appreciated.

I have a cousin who lives (or lived) in MN that I know does bodywork and quite a bit of custom stuff (my age, but mostly dabbles in hot rod stuff and muscle cars) I'll see if I can get ahold of him. Shoot me a PM with your number so I can give you a call. I'm not sure if he still lives in MN or not, havent talked to him but for a few moments over the last 2 years as he's been dealing with some problems (family related)

Thats awesome that you got someone to help get the truck driving!!

I know I have been a contributor on this site before this post, but I appreciate all of the support from people I have never met. Thanks to all.





I am not even sure how to say this so here it is... my dad, Sheldon Fertig Jr., passed away suddenly yesterday at home (my son's 2nd birthday at that) due to complications with the cancer.





He fought strong and hard but in the end he was so weak and in horrible pain that this is for the best. I loved my dad so much and I am going to miss him dearly. He taught me so much, and was always there to comfort me in his own way. I just wish he was here to comfort me now.





One of my biggest regrets is not having the truck done for him. He wanted so bad to drive it and the truck had been sitting in his shop for so long he deserved to drive it once.





Thanks again for everyone's support. If anyone wishes, you can access his caring bridge site here: www.caringbridge.org/visit/sheldon





God Bless.

my sympathy goes out to you man, im sorry to hear about your lose, and will pray for your family and friends

Sorry to hear about your father. I will keep your family in my prayers. Its hard to lose your dad. I'm sure he would be proud of you for just thinking about him and his passion for the truck. Keep your head up...

I'm sorry to hear you lost your dad. I nearly lost my dad a couple weeks ago to a heart attack. Luckily he knew the symptoms and got help before it was too late. It hurts to even think about losing him, and I can't imagine him being gone. My condolences to you and your family. Sorry you couldn't get the truck done, but he will be watching as you get it finished for him.

Shane,  We are all very sorry to hear of Sheldon passing away. Certainly hits home here as I was telling my wife about this. She lost her father to cancer in September 2006. You all are certainly in our thoughts and prayers.

man wish u was closer to north carolina i lost my father last feb to cancer, its a fucked up disease and wish they could find a cure for it, what do u need for the truck maybe i can help?

sorry to hear about your dad. keep your head up and think of all the good times.