Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock!

[Rokcrln]

And here she is for the first time as a truck (well almost)! It started off today as a pile of parts and now it is ready for some fine panel adjusting and on to bigger things. I will add more later but now it is time to get dinner.

Kevin
LFD inc.

[Rokcrln]

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[Rokcrln]

Last ones for now. Keep in mind it will still be getting cut and polished to bring out the shine!

[jimmydean]

Kevin, that looks gorgeous as expected. You have to be hapy with the results!

Now get that beast together!

<edit> I spoke too soon! Awesome.

[randomhero472]

looking good guys... keep it up!

[68GMC454]

wow..i dont know what else to say..i just spent over an hour catching up on this project...Roc, just awesome work man...the body work is outstanding, and paint is sweet..great color choice by the way..makes me want to change my mind on the color im eventually goign to pain mine,..

i would be so scared to have to move the parts..and if i painted somethign this nice, i couldnt drive it, i would be so scared it would get hit, or somethign like that...could be why i like primer and rust..lol

great job,,keep up the great work...

[jugernot]

Originally Posted by 68GMC454

wow..i dont know what else to say..i just spent over an hour catching up on this project...Roc, just awesome work man...the body work is outstanding, and paint is sweet..great color choice by the way..makes me want to change my mind on the color im eventually goign to pain mine,..

i would be so scared to have to move the parts..and if i painted somethign this nice, i couldnt drive it, i would be so scared it would get hit, or somethign like that...could be why i like primer and rust..lol

great job,,keep up the great work...

I just thought that we should tell you that it took THREE GALLONS OF PAINT to complete this project. Yellow is very transparent even with a white primer and a coat of white paint.

[BurnoutNova]

Originally Posted by jugernot

THREE GALLONS OF PAINT.

$$$

i thought it was bad i used a whole quart of sealer on my box and hood...

that sounds like a little unforseen expence

[seaquester5]

I notice the detail you show in one of the photos of the firewall of what appears to be a bulkhead fitting for an a/c system is that correct?What system are you using? I am considering Vintage Air for my truck and have been told the Gen II system is better than the Sure Fit as you can obtain a cleaner firewall.Did you prefit an evaporator under the dash before paint, I don't see holes for one and assume perhaps bolts were welded on the inside at some earlier point? Clearly, your firewall is as clean as is obtainable so your thoughts on a system will be of great interest. Your project is certainly an inspiration,and look forward to watching future progress.

[gregfull]

Originally Posted by seaquester5

I notice the detail you show in one of the photos of the firewall of what appears to be a bulkhead fitting for an a/c system is that correct?What system are you using? I am considering Vintage Air for my truck and have been told the Gen II system is better than the Sure Fit as you can obtain a cleaner firewall.Did you prefit an evaporator under the dash before paint, I don't see holes for one and assume perhaps bolts were welded on the inside at some earlier point? Clearly, your firewall is as clean as is obtainable so your thoughts on a system will be of great interest. Your project is certainly an inspiration,and look forward to watching future progress.

The same goes for me too, my problem is that I didn't prefit, I'm kinda backwards sometimes. I like the entry point of the a/c lines. Truck looks great, what wheels are you going with?

[LooseCannon]

Any updates?

I also like the out-of-site bulkhead and wonder what a/c system you're using?

[bad6772]

hey kevin i hate to ask you a question . that im shure you get asked alot. but do you have any tips on shaving the drip rails... im starting this on my 72 next weekend and would like a few tips..do i need to do this with the doors on? and should i just cut off the drip rails in small sections and tack.? and did yoiu have to pie cut the roof anywhere? any help would be awsome..........i know when you got this project that it was already shaved, but it looks like you done a ton of work to them.........thanks tony

[Rokcrln]

Originally Posted by LooseCannon

Any updates?

I also like the out-of-site bulkhead and wonder what a/c system you're using?

It is a Vintage Air system and I think the bulk head is also a Vintage unit.

Originally Posted by seaquester5

I notice the detail you show in one of the photos of the firewall of what appears to be a bulkhead fitting for an a/c system is that correct?What system are you using? I am considering Vintage Air for my truck and have been told the Gen II system is better than the Sure Fit as you can obtain a cleaner firewall.Did you prefit an evaporator under the dash before paint, I don't see holes for one and assume perhaps bolts were welded on the inside at some earlier point? Clearly, your firewall is as clean as is obtainable so your thoughts on a system will be of great interest. Your project is certainly an inspiration,and look forward to watching future progress.

Yes that is the bulk head fitting and the system we mocked it all up with was the Gen II system if I remember right. The lines will run up in the top of the fender untill they get tward the Rad support then they will duck out and hook to the compressor. Yes I did weld a few extra suports and mounting points so their would not be any holes comming thru th efire wall. This was the cleanets way we could come up with for running everything. I like the Gen II kit and wish I had one for my truck but I bought mine about 7yrs ago and they did not offer this kit that I was aware of. So in Low Buck it will come out right thru the fire wall but that is just how it goes. On my 2WD Blazer I am sure I will set it up for a Gen II system. The wiring will come out the same spot on the drivers side

Originally Posted by bad6772

hey kevin i hate to ask you a question . that im shure you get asked alot. but do you have any tips on shaving the drip rails... im starting this on my 72 next weekend and would like a few tips..do i need to do this with the doors on? and should i just cut off the drip rails in small sections and tack.? and did yoiu have to pie cut the roof anywhere? any help would be awsome..........i know when you got this project that it was already shaved, but it looks like you done a ton of work to them.........thanks tony

My first tip is don't do it! I spent teh most time on this project just getting things right due to these cabs not being built all teh same even from side to side. It is alot of work to get things just right but if you do then it looks great. It is funny the two things I did not like when I started this project were shaved drip rails and Yellow. I even told Jugernot when I went to look at the truck before taking it on and he just told me that that is what he wanted and he knew it would turn out right. And boy was he right!
Back to your question, yes cut and tack small areas first and you will want yours doors set perfect before you start so you have a good referance point. As far as having to pie cut the roof it will depend on how it all welt together from the factory. The two areas in question will be at the front edge right at the corner were the door, the windshield meet and the "A" post all meet. They normaly are not in alignment and take alot of playing around with to get them to line up right. Good luck.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

[azfab]

man i like what u did on the fire wall! that chanel closed up looks sweet!!!!

[wugunguy]

holy cow, just read the entire thread. That is some amazing work/talent. I just hope my '70 turns out half as nice as this will.

Great job guys

[Inthuwind]

I can't believe I haven't read this thread!! This is truly an inspiration. Now I need to get back to the states and work on mine!!! Great work and great truck guys.

[67ChevyRedneck]

It's been five months or so since paint.... is she done yet?

[Rokcrln]

No the owner sold their house the weekend we put the body together and last I heard the new house was not set up yet and all the extra boxes were still stacked all over the truck in the garage

Kevin
LFD Inc.

[camaro__thunder]

why ? its a truck not a uhaul !

[BACKYARD88]

Originally Posted by camaro__thunder

why ? its a truck not a uhaul !

[9teen69]

Looks awesome! 7 yrs is nothing, I've had my 71 camaro since high school - going on 20 yrs. Great looking truck.

[ksbeatty]

Where did you get that cab. It seemed so clean is there such a thing as a new cab for these trucks?

[Rokcrln]

Nope it started of as a regular rust job! He just wanted to spend the money and make it right!

Kevin
LFD inc.

[revn67]

i have always loved this build right from the start! it is gonna be a damn fine looking truck! it almost makes me want to keep my truck yellow instead of going blue......great job so far!!

[Rokcrln]

Originally Posted by revn67

i have always loved this build right from the start! it is gonna be a damn fine looking truck! it almost makes me want to keep my truck yellow instead of going blue......great job so far!!

I am just starting the paint prep on LowBuck and it is going Blue of sorts But this yellow sure made me think twice!

Kevin
LFD Inc.