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Mr Chevorlet · 11-10-2009, 01:06 PM

i painted the transmission and this is what it turn out to look like, What do you guys think, Does it look to overwhelming

**CPNE** · 11-10-2009, 01:08 PM

Personally, since your engine is stock-looking, I'd have gone with a more stock-like finish on the tranny too

OLEBEATER · 11-10-2009, 01:11 PM

With the cab is on, who's gonna see it anyway?

Sinister · 11-10-2009, 01:20 PM

I think it looks cool.

jsbgump · 11-10-2009, 01:23 PM

A little overkill im my opinion I think I would of toned it down

67ChevyRedneck · 11-10-2009, 01:27 PM

It is a bit flashy, but looks OK. I'm assuming you will paint the transfer case the same?

Mr Chevorlet · 11-10-2009, 01:33 PM

Well i was going to go black with the tranfer case to break it up a little, and the engine i might dress it up a little also. Heck seams like everytime i walk into the shop i change my mind and redo it again

haminator · 11-10-2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Chevorlet

Well i was going to go black with the tranfer case to break it up a little, and the engine i might dress it up a little also. Heck seams like everytime i walk into the shop i change my mind and redo it again

Looks good I think, I beleive the transfer cases where red or a maybe a red oxide. I usually paint mine orange.

**CPNE** · 11-10-2009, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by haminator

Looks good I think, I beleive the transfer cases where red or a maybe a red oxide. I usually paint mine orange.

Red is correct

**Dan in Pasadena** · 11-10-2009, 01:31 PM

I agree it looks a bit flashy, but no one will really see it. WHat little they do from looking through the engine compartment may look good.

But that finish for being paint MIGHT look good on my nasty intake manifold. What did you use?

big_al_71 · 11-10-2009, 01:34 PM

I am a fan of painting things and I think it looks good. I painted mine before I put it in there and I like the way it came out....

Mr Chevorlet · 11-10-2009, 01:37 PM

Big Al that sure looks nice. To bad mine is a budget build project.

LOW DOUGH · 11-10-2009, 01:37 PM

stupid... J/K

It looks fine. It is prity shiny though. At least it's not pink.

painted stuff looks good

CB24 · 11-10-2009, 03:00 PM

Looks good to me.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 11-10-2009, 03:16 PM

Big Al,

What paint did you use on your trans?

big_al_71 · 11-10-2009, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena

Big Al,

What paint did you use on your trans?

http://www.vhtpaint.com/

Great products...

72BlckButy · 11-10-2009, 03:27 PM

Mr Chevorlet.... to me it depends on the rest of the truck. If you are going to stick with stock styling, then I would consider repainting.

If you are going semi custom... leave it; it just draws your truck more attention.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 11-10-2009, 03:40 PM

Wow, VHT looks that good, huh? Thanks for the link. Yours looks like you clear coated a satin. Excellent look, thanks again.

BAGNDRAGIT · 11-10-2009, 03:45 PM

I dont think it looks bad, a lil flashy for me, but it still looks good.

stunna · 11-10-2009, 04:39 PM

looks good to me

71swb4x4 · 11-10-2009, 05:19 PM

It's too flashy right now, but after a few weeks of driving it will be dirty anyway, so who cares? No one will see it whether it's clean or dirty.

Wasted Income · 11-11-2009, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

It's too flashy right now, but after a few weeks of driving it will be dirty anyway, so who cares? No one will see it whether it's clean or dirty.

My thoughts exactly. LOL

Should have painted it yellow....cuz yellow is fast.

hayhauler71 · 11-10-2009, 05:24 PM

I like it and it will tone down a little when the heat gets to it.

aggieguy713 · 11-10-2009, 05:40 PM

Think it looks good, imho

Rack Man · 11-10-2009, 06:24 PM

I used an "International Harvester" Red paint that I found at my local auto paint house.....Its a nice deep red...

11-10-2009, 01:06 PM	#1
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Does this look ok or stupid i painted the transmission and this is what it turn out to look like, What do you guys think, Does it look to overwhelming Attached Images __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

11-10-2009, 01:08 PM	#2
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Personally, since your engine is stock-looking, I'd have gone with a more stock-like finish on the tranny too __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

11-10-2009, 01:11 PM	#3
OLEBEATER Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 295	Re: Does this look ok or stupid With the cab is on, who's gonna see it anyway?

11-10-2009, 01:20 PM	#4
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Does this look ok or stupid I think it looks cool. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

11-10-2009, 01:23 PM	#5
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Does this look ok or stupid A little overkill im my opinion I think I would of toned it down __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

11-10-2009, 01:27 PM	#6
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Does this look ok or stupid It is a bit flashy, but looks OK. I'm assuming you will paint the transfer case the same? __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

11-10-2009, 01:33 PM	#7
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Well i was going to go black with the tranfer case to break it up a little, and the engine i might dress it up a little also. Heck seams like everytime i walk into the shop i change my mind and redo it again __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

11-10-2009, 01:31 PM	#10
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,336	Re: Does this look ok or stupid I agree it looks a bit flashy, but no one will really see it. WHat little they do from looking through the engine compartment may look good. But that finish for being paint MIGHT look good on my nasty intake manifold. What did you use?

11-10-2009, 01:34 PM	#11
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Does this look ok or stupid I am a fan of painting things and I think it looks good. I painted mine before I put it in there and I like the way it came out.... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-10-2009, 01:37 PM	#12
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Big Al that sure looks nice. To bad mine is a budget build project. __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

11-10-2009, 01:37 PM	#13
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: Does this look ok or stupid stupid... J/K It looks fine. It is prity shiny though. At least it's not pink. painted stuff looks good

11-10-2009, 03:00 PM	#14
CB24 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 138	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Looks good to me.

11-10-2009, 03:16 PM	#15
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,336	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Big Al, What paint did you use on your trans?

11-10-2009, 03:27 PM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Mr Chevorlet.... to me it depends on the rest of the truck. If you are going to stick with stock styling, then I would consider repainting. If you are going semi custom... leave it; it just draws your truck more attention. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-10-2009, 03:40 PM	#18
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,336	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Wow, VHT looks that good, huh? Thanks for the link. Yours looks like you clear coated a satin. Excellent look, thanks again.



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11-10-2009, 03:45 PM	#19
BAGNDRAGIT Just Not Low Enough! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 525	Re: Does this look ok or stupid I dont think it looks bad, a lil flashy for me, but it still looks good. __________________ NEED ELECTRICAL HELP? ASK ME! 67-72 Full Wiring Diagrams Lots Of Info, TAKE A LOOK 1967 Chevy C-10 Shortbox Bagged 327 4spd Previous: 1971 Chevy C-10 Short Sep I6 Auto (Traded) 1973 Chevy C-20 THE REDNECK BATTLE TRUCK 2001 Chevy Silverado 2Dr 5.3L Shortbox. R.I.P. 1969 Volkswagen Bug This is my first meeting, I have a horsepower problem.

11-10-2009, 04:39 PM	#20
stunna Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: high point nc Posts: 442	Re: Does this look ok or stupid looks good to me

11-10-2009, 05:19 PM	#21
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Does this look ok or stupid It's too flashy right now, but after a few weeks of driving it will be dirty anyway, so who cares? No one will see it whether it's clean or dirty. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

11-10-2009, 05:24 PM	#23
hayhauler71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: St. Paul MN. Posts: 1,996	Re: Does this look ok or stupid I like it and it will tone down a little when the heat gets to it.

11-10-2009, 05:40 PM	#24
aggieguy713 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ringgold, ga Posts: 164	Re: Does this look ok or stupid Think it looks good, imho __________________ 70 Chevy C10, LT1, T5, "Blue Beast"

11-10-2009, 06:24 PM	#25
Rack Man Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 770	Re: Does this look ok or stupid I used an "International Harvester" Red paint that I found at my local auto paint house.....Its a nice deep red... __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=309288 Last edited by Rack Man; 11-10-2009 at 06:25 PM.

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