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jgrisafi · 04-26-2008, 01:29 AM

I started buying some things that I will need before I start breaking it down. I bought a 1000lb engine stand today, and I also ordered some POR-15 Marine clean/degreaser, chassis coat, and thinner today. Next week I am going to pick up an engine hoist from harbor freight tools. After I get the hoist I will get the transmission and engine out. After the I am going to take the front end apart, then the bed, then work on getting the cab off. After all that is off the chassis I am going to start on it first. It's going to be a busy year, I can't wait!

jgrisafi · 05-27-2008, 07:27 AM

Finally!!!!!!! An update on my truck. I have'nt had much time lately to work on it so I finally got out in the garage and worked for almost two days. So...... I got the hood off, the front fenders off, inner front fenders, bumper, radiator, heater box, 90% of the interior, and many exterior engine parts. It's moving slow so far, but what can you expect from a full time Military guy. I have also been collecting parts that i will be installing.

sleric77 · 05-27-2008, 02:31 PM

nice truck and I wish you luck on your build .

FRENCHBLUE72 · 05-27-2008, 03:44 PM

Congrats on your new ride ..

caminokid · 05-27-2008, 04:06 PM

The same guy must have owned it as well as mine...2X4's holding the seats in! What are these people thinking when they do this?

Nice score!

sswitzke · 05-28-2008, 06:12 AM

Nice looking truck keep posting those pics.

jgrisafi · 09-28-2008, 04:38 PM

I made an attempt at working the headers this weekend......turned out great if I say so myself. I used the VHT 1300 to 2000 degree exhaust and header paints. I used the POR15 degreaser first, then sanded them down real good, degreased them again, primed them with the VHT primer, then shot them with the VHT aluminum color, then applied a clear coat from VHT as well. They look great in person, and I hope it lasts for awhile. You can tell which one is in primer and which one is cleared.

meansting04 · 04-18-2009, 05:24 AM

sweet findon the truck, digg the rear bumper

chas350 · 04-18-2009, 10:16 AM

Great project!
I would be afraid to use the torch or grinder in a shop like that, to nice!

chas

72 SHORTBED 7.0 · 05-12-2009, 09:43 PM

LOL

I have the same wheels Good luck

greygoose · 05-12-2009, 10:00 PM

from the pics it looks like there's really not a whole lot that you have to do...good luck with it.

ej69c10 · 05-12-2009, 10:51 PM

awsome looking truck and those headers look good for some spray paint. good luck and stick with it

jgrisafi · 07-27-2009, 10:39 PM

Well, I got a few things done last weekend. It's slow going so far. The next step is to get the front and rear suspension parts off. Then I will get the frame down to bare metal and paint it with POR-15. While I was deployed I started buying a bunch of parts, so as soon as I get the frame painted I will be putting on the new parts. I'll keep yall updated. It's going to look killer, the frame will be painted silver.

Dynomutt · 07-27-2009, 11:17 PM

You're certainly not wasting any time. Lookin good. I'm just about the same place you are. I just need to get my cab off the frame.

VA72C10 · 07-27-2009, 11:39 PM

Looks good. Nice Progress. Mine will be to that point soon.

72 SHORTBED 7.0 · 07-30-2009, 07:16 PM

Your Quick any up dates ..

jgrisafi · 08-21-2009, 05:57 PM

I have some updates for yall. I have been working on the frame getting it ready for the c-notch then some paint. I made room to relocate the gas tank from in the cab to under the bed and also took off the rear bumpstop brackets to mount the c-nothes. Here yall go:

bigbadjohn84 · 08-21-2009, 06:10 PM

sweet!! wish my 71 was in near that good of shape when I started! I'd be daily driven by now

**leddzepp** · 08-21-2009, 06:19 PM

POR 15 is the way to go as far as your paint choice, you will not be disappointed. They also make POR 20, which is high temp exhaust/header paint, and will hold up a lot better than VHT.

**57NAPCO** · 08-21-2009, 10:53 PM

nice project, that I'll keep ya busy for awhile.

We lived near Grant and Steinhagen for years, lived on 55 acres.....I loved it.

jgrisafi · 10-08-2009, 12:53 AM

I haven't been on in a while so I thought that I would post some pictures of what I have been up too. I finally got the whole frame and suspension apart, which took me forever. The hardest part about doing this while trying to save some money was getting the frame down to bare metal. Which by the way I DON'T RECOMMEND doing the old fashioned way. I went through a bunch of flap discs and wire wheels for my grinder. I used a paint that is like POR-15, it's called Bill Hirsch miracle paint. It cost $30 a quart, I only spayed on 2 quarts. Anyway, I think it turned out real good.

VA72C10 · 10-08-2009, 12:57 AM

Looks great!

Conroe trucker · 10-08-2009, 11:57 AM

Don't mean to high jack the thread, but with the Conroe swap meet later this month, maybe we should all get together and meet in Conroe.

I have a shop in Conroe, about 4-5 miles from the swap meet, and we can use it for a base.

It also has a secured parking lot and such.

Swap meet is the 29-31st.

Mike

DZL1 · 10-08-2009, 12:41 PM

Looks awesome! Does that paint come in different colors?

DZL1.

I googled it. Seems that in comes in silver, black, and clear.

unclewatts · 10-08-2009, 11:14 PM

I like the seats and door panels but ya gotta replace that top radiator hose!

04-26-2008, 01:29 AM	#26
jgrisafi Velocity Speed Shop Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 172	Re: New truck build. I started buying some things that I will need before I start breaking it down. I bought a 1000lb engine stand today, and I also ordered some POR-15 Marine clean/degreaser, chassis coat, and thinner today. Next week I am going to pick up an engine hoist from harbor freight tools. After I get the hoist I will get the transmission and engine out. After the I am going to take the front end apart, then the bed, then work on getting the cab off. After all that is off the chassis I am going to start on it first. It's going to be a busy year, I can't wait!

05-27-2008, 07:27 AM	#27
jgrisafi Velocity Speed Shop Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 172	Re: New truck build. Finally!!!!!!! An update on my truck. I have'nt had much time lately to work on it so I finally got out in the garage and worked for almost two days. So...... I got the hood off, the front fenders off, inner front fenders, bumper, radiator, heater box, 90% of the interior, and many exterior engine parts. It's moving slow so far, but what can you expect from a full time Military guy. I have also been collecting parts that i will be installing. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------- My Build Thread ..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=288143 My Garage ..... http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/OCD69

05-27-2008, 02:31 PM	#28
sleric77 1967newheartbeat Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: rentz , georgia Posts: 96	Re: New truck build. nice truck and I wish you luck on your build .

05-27-2008, 03:44 PM	#29
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: New truck build. Congrats on your new ride .. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

05-27-2008, 04:06 PM	#30
caminokid Chevy nut Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield, Illinois Posts: 2,266	Re: New truck build. The same guy must have owned it as well as mine...2X4's holding the seats in! What are these people thinking when they do this? Nice score! __________________ 84 Chevy Custom Deluxe 1/2 Ton Named Fade To Black II "Remember kids there is NO replacement for displacement!"

05-28-2008, 06:12 AM	#31
sswitzke Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Buffalo, MO Posts: 589	Re: New truck build. Nice looking truck keep posting those pics.

09-28-2008, 04:38 PM	#32
jgrisafi Velocity Speed Shop Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 172	Re: New truck build. I made an attempt at working the headers this weekend......turned out great if I say so myself. I used the VHT 1300 to 2000 degree exhaust and header paints. I used the POR15 degreaser first, then sanded them down real good, degreased them again, primed them with the VHT primer, then shot them with the VHT aluminum color, then applied a clear coat from VHT as well. They look great in person, and I hope it lasts for awhile. You can tell which one is in primer and which one is cleared. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------- My Build Thread ..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=288143 My Garage ..... http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/OCD69

04-18-2009, 05:24 AM	#33
meansting04 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: travis afb Posts: 304	Re: New truck build. sweet findon the truck, digg the rear bumper __________________ 67 gmc 1/2 ton, 5.0 v6, 4 speed SOLD!! 70 Chevy C-10, 355, th400, 3.73's 2/4 drop

04-18-2009, 10:16 AM	#34
chas350 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 581	Re: New truck build. Great project! I would be afraid to use the torch or grinder in a shop like that, to nice! chas __________________ "I'll Procrastinate Tomorrow" quote by LEEVON 71 K10 long fleet (sons truck) new 370hp 355, sm465 np205, 3.73's 33's 70 K20 long fleet 98 G3500 work van

05-12-2009, 09:43 PM	#35
72 SHORTBED 7.0 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: dallas Tx in front of you Posts: 182	Re: New truck build. LOL I have the same wheels Good luck

05-12-2009, 10:00 PM	#36
greygoose Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.C. Posts: 250	Re: New truck build. from the pics it looks like there's really not a whole lot that you have to do...good luck with it. __________________ If it ain't a chevy,I don't want it

05-12-2009, 10:51 PM	#37
ej69c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 28	Re: New truck build. awsome looking truck and those headers look good for some spray paint. good luck and stick with it

07-27-2009, 10:39 PM	#38
jgrisafi Velocity Speed Shop Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 172	Re: New truck build. Well, I got a few things done last weekend. It's slow going so far. The next step is to get the front and rear suspension parts off. Then I will get the frame down to bare metal and paint it with POR-15. While I was deployed I started buying a bunch of parts, so as soon as I get the frame painted I will be putting on the new parts. I'll keep yall updated. It's going to look killer, the frame will be painted silver. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------- My Build Thread ..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=288143 My Garage ..... http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/OCD69

07-27-2009, 11:17 PM	#39
Dynomutt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Texas Posts: 440	Re: New truck build. You're certainly not wasting any time. Lookin good. I'm just about the same place you are. I just need to get my cab off the frame. __________________ MARQ Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446194

07-27-2009, 11:39 PM	#40
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: New truck build. Looks good. Nice Progress. Mine will be to that point soon. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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07-30-2009, 07:16 PM	#41
72 SHORTBED 7.0 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: dallas Tx in front of you Posts: 182	Re: New truck build. Your Quick any up dates ..

08-21-2009, 05:57 PM	#42
jgrisafi Velocity Speed Shop Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 172	Re: New truck build. I have some updates for yall. I have been working on the frame getting it ready for the c-notch then some paint. I made room to relocate the gas tank from in the cab to under the bed and also took off the rear bumpstop brackets to mount the c-nothes. Here yall go: Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------- My Build Thread ..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=288143 My Garage ..... http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/OCD69

08-21-2009, 06:10 PM	#43
bigbadjohn84 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florala, AL Posts: 398	Re: New truck build. sweet!! wish my 71 was in near that good of shape when I started! I'd be daily driven by now

08-21-2009, 06:19 PM	#44
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: New truck build. POR 15 is the way to go as far as your paint choice, you will not be disappointed. They also make POR 20, which is high temp exhaust/header paint, and will hold up a lot better than VHT. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

08-21-2009, 10:53 PM	#45
57NAPCO F’B’D guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Texas/Maine Posts: 2,234	Re: New truck build. nice project, that I'll keep ya busy for awhile. We lived near Grant and Steinhagen for years, lived on 55 acres.....I loved it.

10-08-2009, 12:53 AM	#46
jgrisafi Velocity Speed Shop Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 172	The frame is painted!!! I haven't been on in a while so I thought that I would post some pictures of what I have been up too. I finally got the whole frame and suspension apart, which took me forever. The hardest part about doing this while trying to save some money was getting the frame down to bare metal. Which by the way I DON'T RECOMMEND doing the old fashioned way. I went through a bunch of flap discs and wire wheels for my grinder. I used a paint that is like POR-15, it's called Bill Hirsch miracle paint. It cost $30 a quart, I only spayed on 2 quarts. Anyway, I think it turned out real good. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------- My Build Thread ..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=288143 My Garage ..... http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/OCD69

10-08-2009, 12:57 AM	#47
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: New truck build. Looks great! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-08-2009, 11:57 AM	#48
Conroe trucker SWBs: 67 2x4, 67 4x4, 70 4x4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 483	Re: New truck build. Don't mean to high jack the thread, but with the Conroe swap meet later this month, maybe we should all get together and meet in Conroe. I have a shop in Conroe, about 4-5 miles from the swap meet, and we can use it for a base. It also has a secured parking lot and such. Swap meet is the 29-31st. Mike __________________ FINISHED Project thread: 67 SWB 4x4 FINISHED Project thread: 67 SWB 6 cyl cruiser Project thread: Road Toad 70 SWB Step, 4x4, 292, 3OT 01 C5 convertable 08 Z06

10-08-2009, 12:41 PM	#49
DZL1 One day..... Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ocala, FL. Posts: 702	Re: New truck build. Looks awesome! Does that paint come in different colors? DZL1. I googled it. Seems that in comes in silver, black, and clear. Last edited by DZL1; 10-08-2009 at 12:43 PM.

10-08-2009, 11:14 PM	#50
unclewatts 70 Chevrolet=Obsession Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: nice ca Posts: 1,067	Re: New truck build. I like the seats and door panels but ya gotta replace that top radiator hose! __________________ I'm Just like my truck. Old, Ugly and Grouchy. Except my truck starts easily in the morning and doesn't smoke! IT'S NOT EASY BEING GREEN! -Kermit the frog 1970 Chevrolet C-10 Longbed Stepside : 350, Muncie M20, 3.08 GM corp. positraction Forest green exterior/light green interior(Where all my money goes) 1996 Toyota Corolla (Parts runner)

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