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Big Chief · 07-11-2008, 05:53 PM

I wouldn't call it a frame off, but it has been off the frame when replacing the body mounts (that was a nightmare). I wanted a tough, reliable, safe driver and it has really come out better than I thought. I did all the body work and I traded a painter some used tires to spray the base clear coat. It is NAPA crossfire paint, it's actually an audi color called sprint blue. I just put on the 3/4 ton brake booster and that is a great mod. I also replaced all the suspension and spring bushings so it drives very smooth. I would have preferred a suspension lift but I bought it with the 3" body lift. I used rust bullet underneath and on the rocker boxes. At least they were good.

07-11-2008, 05:53 PM	#9
Big Chief Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 59	Re: Blue Beast build up - 71 GMC - just finished I wouldn't call it a frame off, but it has been off the frame when replacing the body mounts (that was a nightmare). I wanted a tough, reliable, safe driver and it has really come out better than I thought. I did all the body work and I traded a painter some used tires to spray the base clear coat. It is NAPA crossfire paint, it's actually an audi color called sprint blue. I just put on the 3/4 ton brake booster and that is a great mod. I also replaced all the suspension and spring bushings so it drives very smooth. I would have preferred a suspension lift but I bought it with the 3" body lift. I used rust bullet underneath and on the rocker boxes. At least they were good.