Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Racie · 08-02-2010, 05:27 PM

I'm in the middle of building my 68' swb fleetside and I'm getting close to picking a color. I have been looking at blues, the orange that I have on my 72 and the Machine Silver. But, I think Mercedes and Porsche may have the best color silver out there. Post your pics and opinions please. Of course I'm kinda leaning toward the color of my Z06 Machine Silver also!

tonypaul · 08-02-2010, 06:29 PM

Im in the process of spraying mine right now. Im useing Summit Racings 2 stage Brilliant Metillac Silver. It is awsome!!! I have only painted my hood, cowl, hood latch, hood and door hinges, front inner fender wells, and the drivers side inner door and some other small parts. I cant say enough how much I love this paint. Both the paint and clear coat for the money is the best I have ever used.

Just a small note- the cheap Silver "Paint Shop" premixed paint you can get at some Auto Zones, and most Orlieys is a real close match to the Summit paint. Its a cheaper paint that can be used in less noticable areas to save some more expensive paint. Just dont use the "Paint Shop" clear it sucks...

I used the "Paint Shop" paint for my cab floor, and behind the seats,(which will be covered with carpet any way) and under the bed and then used the Summit clear on it. It saving me my good paint for more base coats......

Check it out and see if its what your looking for.....

cdowns · 08-02-2010, 06:30 PM

mercedes and bmw both have nice silvers

Racie · 08-02-2010, 06:35 PM

Tony do you have pics yet? I'd like to see that silver. I was looking at ppg and diamont paint products. I'am open for suggestions though! By the way are you spraying your truck like your avatar?

tonypaul · 08-02-2010, 06:44 PM

Yes painting the truck just like my avatar. I dont have any pics yet as I have been doing mostly small parts. I painted my hood and let it sit for 4 days in the sun and then color sanded it and buffed it (oh it looks good) but I wrapped up in blankets and taped it all up as not to get any scratches on it before I could take any pics. I will try to take pics of something to show you.

The real problem is it really pops in the sunlight to your eyes, but when you try to take a pic of the paint it it reflects so much light in the sun the camera dont really pick up the depth and color real good. I will try to get some pics in the evening sun, what we photographers call "majic hour" and see how they come out and post some for you...

You can order a paint chip sample from summit of their 2 stage paints for like $6.00.

Shaky · 08-02-2010, 06:46 PM

This is a pic I stole from eBay. I'm gonna paint mine like this:

Racie · 08-02-2010, 07:06 PM

That a clean SS!

tonypaul · 08-02-2010, 07:39 PM

I tried to take some images and no matter if I put in the sunlight or the shade it just wont bring out the real color and detail of the paint... btw- the part I photographed has not been color sanded yet. It has only been sprayed and cleared.
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Racie · 08-02-2010, 08:59 PM

That does look like it pops! But you are right you can't really see the depth...

danman987123 · 08-03-2010, 01:41 AM

check out liquid platinum metallic............that was the color on my 06 infiniti g35 coupe

Se7en Deuce · 08-03-2010, 02:17 AM

Mercedes paint code 702 silver is niiice

also check out a subaru color called crystal gray metallic i love that color too

petey-pablo · 08-03-2010, 03:44 AM

Heres one not mine seen it on a thread today its nice. It belongs to board member olskool59delivery heres his thread on painting it.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=400066

lost wages · 08-03-2010, 06:05 AM

sikkens paint, its dodge viper silver with more metal flake added.

Racie · 08-03-2010, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by lost wages

sikkens paint, its dodge viper silver with more metal flake added.

Very Niiiccceeee I Like That Alot!!!!!!!!!!!

1stchevy · 08-03-2010, 09:32 AM

Lost Wages your truck looks killer!

srvivor71 · 04-21-2011, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 1stchevy

Lost Wages your truck looks killer!

whatnow123 · 08-03-2010, 11:11 AM

here is mine...hyundai silver metallic

C20-67_N_MO · 08-03-2010, 12:38 PM

I really like this one.

The color is a 2007 Toyota Desert Sand Mica code 4q2

Racie · 08-03-2010, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by C20-67_N_MO

I really like this one.

The color is a 2007 Toyota Desert Sand Mica code 4q2

Very nice also...

ddoles · 08-03-2010, 09:50 PM

Your machine matallic silver is the best color. This is a pic of mine, and the shop did a terrible job, but this is an excellent color.

AH619 · 08-04-2010, 05:20 PM

Here is mercedes desert sand metalic. It has more of a champeigne look

Racie · 08-04-2010, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ddoles

Your machine matallic silver is the best color. This is a pic of mine, and the shop did a terrible job, but this is an excellent color.

Yes that's what the color is on my Z06 in the first pic! My last Z06 was quick silver but I think I like the machine better! You have any more pics from angles with the sun hitting it?

**Stocker** · 08-04-2010, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Racie

Of course I'm kinda leaning toward the color of my Z06 Machine Silver also!

I think you did that just to post a pic of that gorgeous Z06!!

j/k but it is sweet, which is why I'm quoting you... to see it once more in this thread.

PipsC10 · 08-04-2010, 11:57 PM

That Z06 is bad A$$!!! Love the blacked out tahoe or escalade in the backround too.

basemodel67 · 08-05-2010, 01:34 AM

What about HOK Kosmic Krome? Might look a little too much like bare metal, though.

08-02-2010, 05:27 PM	#1
Racie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas,TX Posts: 328	Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... I'm in the middle of building my 68' swb fleetside and I'm getting close to picking a color. I have been looking at blues, the orange that I have on my 72 and the Machine Silver. But, I think Mercedes and Porsche may have the best color silver out there. Post your pics and opinions please. Of course I'm kinda leaning toward the color of my Z06 Machine Silver also! Attached Images Last edited by Racie; 08-02-2010 at 06:13 PM.

08-02-2010, 06:29 PM	#2
tonypaul Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin Tx Posts: 639	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Im in the process of spraying mine right now. Im useing Summit Racings 2 stage Brilliant Metillac Silver. It is awsome!!! I have only painted my hood, cowl, hood latch, hood and door hinges, front inner fender wells, and the drivers side inner door and some other small parts. I cant say enough how much I love this paint. Both the paint and clear coat for the money is the best I have ever used. Just a small note- the cheap Silver "Paint Shop" premixed paint you can get at some Auto Zones, and most Orlieys is a real close match to the Summit paint. Its a cheaper paint that can be used in less noticable areas to save some more expensive paint. Just dont use the "Paint Shop" clear it sucks... I used the "Paint Shop" paint for my cab floor, and behind the seats,(which will be covered with carpet any way) and under the bed and then used the Summit clear on it. It saving me my good paint for more base coats...... Check it out and see if its what your looking for.....

08-02-2010, 06:30 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... mercedes and bmw both have nice silvers __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

08-02-2010, 06:35 PM	#4
Racie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas,TX Posts: 328	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Tony do you have pics yet? I'd like to see that silver. I was looking at ppg and diamont paint products. I'am open for suggestions though! By the way are you spraying your truck like your avatar?

08-02-2010, 06:44 PM	#5
tonypaul Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin Tx Posts: 639	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Yes painting the truck just like my avatar. I dont have any pics yet as I have been doing mostly small parts. I painted my hood and let it sit for 4 days in the sun and then color sanded it and buffed it (oh it looks good) but I wrapped up in blankets and taped it all up as not to get any scratches on it before I could take any pics. I will try to take pics of something to show you. The real problem is it really pops in the sunlight to your eyes, but when you try to take a pic of the paint it it reflects so much light in the sun the camera dont really pick up the depth and color real good. I will try to get some pics in the evening sun, what we photographers call "majic hour" and see how they come out and post some for you... You can order a paint chip sample from summit of their 2 stage paints for like $6.00.

08-02-2010, 06:46 PM	#6
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... This is a pic I stole from eBay. I'm gonna paint mine like this: Attached Images __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

08-02-2010, 07:06 PM	#7
Racie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas,TX Posts: 328	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... That a clean SS!

08-02-2010, 07:39 PM	#8
tonypaul Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin Tx Posts: 639	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... I tried to take some images and no matter if I put in the sunlight or the shade it just wont bring out the real color and detail of the paint... btw- the part I photographed has not been color sanded yet. It has only been sprayed and cleared.

08-02-2010, 08:59 PM	#9
Racie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas,TX Posts: 328	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... That does look like it pops! But you are right you can't really see the depth...

08-03-2010, 01:41 AM	#10
danman987123 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: texas Posts: 127	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... check out liquid platinum metallic............that was the color on my 06 infiniti g35 coupe

08-03-2010, 02:17 AM	#11
Se7en Deuce Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Covington, WA. Posts: 55	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Mercedes paint code 702 silver is niiice also check out a subaru color called crystal gray metallic i love that color too __________________ Currently Owned: 71 cab 68 swb frame and bed 67 front clip 350/t350- posi 373 rear end

08-03-2010, 03:44 AM	#12
petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fremont Ca. Posts: 1,025	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Heres one not mine seen it on a thread today its nice. It belongs to board member olskool59delivery heres his thread on painting it.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=400066 Attached Images __________________ Petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" 1972 Cheyenne 10 Short Fleet Side Front 2.5inch Spindles with 2inch Springs Rear 4inch drop Springs. 454BBC TH400,Posi 1971 Cheyenne 10 Long Fleet Side 454BBC TH350,Posi Sold Drive it like you stole it! Petey-pablo@sbcglobal.net

08-03-2010, 06:05 AM	#13
lost wages Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: jefferson city, mo Posts: 1,364	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... sikkens paint, its dodge viper silver with more metal flake added. Attached Images

08-03-2010, 09:32 AM	#15
1stchevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Randleman, NC Posts: 785	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Lost Wages your truck looks killer!

08-03-2010, 11:11 AM	#17
whatnow123 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 835	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... here is mine...hyundai silver metallic __________________ 67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094 Last edited by whatnow123; 08-03-2010 at 11:15 AM.



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08-03-2010, 12:38 PM	#18
C20-67_N_MO Champagne Taste on Beer Budget Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: High Ridge, Missouri Posts: 2,190	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... I really like this one. The color is a 2007 Toyota Desert Sand Mica code 4q2 Attached Images __________________ Coming Soon: Project 1970 Country Truck

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ddoles Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Winter Haven, Fl Posts: 8	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Your machine matallic silver is the best color. This is a pic of mine, and the shop did a terrible job, but this is an excellent color. Attached Images

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AH619 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: HARRISON AR. Posts: 309	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... Here is mercedes desert sand metalic. It has more of a champeigne look Attached Images __________________ 72 2wd lwb cheyenne super youngest son.green/white 72 2wd lwb cheyenne super oldest son.green/white 71 4wd 3/4 cheyenne super frame off manderin copper / white 4 inch lift. FINALLY DONE / SOLD 72 4WD SWB CHEYENNE BLUE/WHITE 388 AUTO REMEMBER THE COPS NEVER THINK ITS AS FUNNY AS YOU DO. NORWOOD SURVIVOR COPPERTONE BUILD THREAD/ http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259856

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PipsC10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Oakdale, Ca Posts: 655	Re: Who has the best color Silver? Pics of Silver C-10's please... That Z06 is bad A$$!!! Love the blacked out tahoe or escalade in the backround too. __________________ 1970 2wd short/fleet 350/350 Project "iced green dream" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=272702 2006 Toyota Tacoma double cab 4x4

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