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*nbpro* · 10-15-2010, 11:40 PM

Nice progress

bigblock73 · 10-16-2010, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

talked to the painter tonight and he had my fenders sandblasted. he's going to repair the rust from the battery and spray undercoating on the inside if the fenders. Thanks Jeff!!!

it is going to look very sweet. and look "finished" with the contrast between the body color and undercoating on the inside. thanks for looking!!

Atta boy Dennis

You can spray it too, it comes in an aersol can, you'll need less than one full can for both fenders and hood. Might save you a few bucks, who knows.

*nbpro* · 10-16-2010, 02:00 AM

hey that looks sweet jeff

mcbassin · 10-16-2010, 10:09 PM

Very nice work on the gas pedal! You made it look just like the original.

menace121978 · 10-16-2010, 10:24 PM

thanks Mike!!! that was a fun mod right there. took some time to get perfect though!

*nbpro* · 10-21-2010, 09:58 PM

how are things going on the build? have you heard anything as far as paint?

menace121978 · 10-21-2010, 10:05 PM

things are good... sorta! i got the wrong brake lines so i didn't get to move her on her own power yet. i did get the new brake pedal, gas pedal, headlight switch, wiper switch all installed tonight

looking like a brand new truck!!

as for the painter... i'll text him right now and see whats going on!

*nbpro* · 10-21-2010, 11:20 PM

sound like good progress buddy!!

clinebarger · 10-24-2010, 07:55 PM

Heres the pics you wanted of my intake tube & air box Menace.

*Stitch* · 10-24-2010, 08:00 PM

So what's the deal with the painter.

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STOCKISH · 10-24-2010, 08:21 PM

If it's like most (not all) of them, he'll get to it when he's darn good and ready. Seems like every time someone is waiting on something to get there project going, it's the darn painter.

JohnC · 10-25-2010, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

If it's like most (not all) of them, he'll get to it when he's darn good and ready. Seems like every time someone is waiting on something to get there project going, it's the darn painter.

That's the truth! Nothing against painters, but it does seem to be that way.

v502 · 10-25-2010, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnC

That's the truth! Nothing against painters, but it does seem to be that way.

X2

I usually double the time they tell me when it be done that way i never get disappointed

But am sure it look perfect like the other body part.

Driveway Dreams · 10-27-2010, 01:00 AM

I blame the chemicals.

**scotts62** · 10-27-2010, 07:37 AM

I blame the cars owners whos rides im painting at the time for dragging it out and changing their minds all the time

v502 · 10-27-2010, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by scotts62

I blame the cars owners whos rides im painting at the time for dragging it out and changing their minds all the time

JohnC · 10-27-2010, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by scotts62

I blame the cars owners whos rides im painting at the time for dragging it out and changing their minds all the time

Typical painter's response

xxcov3rxx · 10-27-2010, 09:59 AM

Wow... I just spent the last few days slowly going through your thread and if your gonna do it, you might as well do it right! Congrats on your swap. Your swap has me excited about my swap! 6.0 in an s10 blazer.

menace121978 · 10-30-2010, 07:04 AM

well not much of a picture update but i did manage to get the stainless brake lines installed and i got the brakes bled... sorta. spent 5-6 hours bleeding the damn things yesterday. tried every trick i know. even used the vacuum pump. there is still some air in the lines but i do have a pedal though!

i also fired her up and put er in reverse and then drive!

hopefully next weekend i'll have the battery tray from the painter so i can mount the battery and maybe roll her down the street.

palposity · 10-30-2010, 07:12 AM

Rock on Dennis!!! That is great news! Hopefully you will post a vid of that first trip down the street.
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*Stitch* · 10-30-2010, 07:25 AM

You mean that first burnout down the street right loo
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menace121978 · 10-30-2010, 07:37 AM

thanks guys! it just depends how she feels... if i feel comfortable i'll roast'em all the way down the street!!

*Stitch* · 10-30-2010, 10:05 AM

Hell yeah that's what I'm talking about. At least we'll get to see some kinda burnout.

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draggin86 · 10-30-2010, 10:12 AM

You better wait till I get back to do that!
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STOCKISH · 10-30-2010, 01:02 PM

Do it man, roast 'em off!

10-15-2010, 11:40 PM	#2001
nbpro Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 2,119	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Nice progress

10-16-2010, 02:00 AM	#2003
nbpro Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 2,119	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) hey that looks sweet jeff

10-16-2010, 10:09 PM	#2004
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Very nice work on the gas pedal! You made it look just like the original. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

10-16-2010, 10:24 PM	#2005
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) thanks Mike!!! that was a fun mod right there. took some time to get perfect though! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

10-21-2010, 09:58 PM	#2006
nbpro Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 2,119	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) how are things going on the build? have you heard anything as far as paint?

10-21-2010, 10:05 PM	#2007
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) things are good... sorta! i got the wrong brake lines so i didn't get to move her on her own power yet. i did get the new brake pedal, gas pedal, headlight switch, wiper switch all installed tonight looking like a brand new truck!! as for the painter... i'll text him right now and see whats going on! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

10-21-2010, 11:20 PM	#2008
nbpro Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 2,119	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) sound like good progress buddy!!

10-24-2010, 07:55 PM	#2009
clinebarger Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 6,370	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Heres the pics you wanted of my intake tube & air box Menace. Attached Images

10-24-2010, 08:00 PM	#2010
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) So what's the deal with the painter. Posted via Mobile Device

10-24-2010, 08:21 PM	#2011
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) If it's like most (not all) of them, he'll get to it when he's darn good and ready. Seems like every time someone is waiting on something to get there project going, it's the darn painter. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

10-27-2010, 01:00 AM	#2014
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) I blame the chemicals. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

10-27-2010, 07:37 AM	#2015
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,243	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) I blame the cars owners whos rides im painting at the time for dragging it out and changing their minds all the time __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

10-27-2010, 09:59 AM	#2018
xxcov3rxx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lechlade, UK Posts: 12	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Wow... I just spent the last few days slowly going through your thread and if your gonna do it, you might as well do it right! Congrats on your swap. Your swap has me excited about my swap! 6.0 in an s10 blazer. __________________ Michael 2002 Blazer 6.0 swap in action

10-30-2010, 07:04 AM	#2019
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) well not much of a picture update but i did manage to get the stainless brake lines installed and i got the brakes bled... sorta. spent 5-6 hours bleeding the damn things yesterday. tried every trick i know. even used the vacuum pump. there is still some air in the lines but i do have a pedal though! i also fired her up and put er in reverse and then drive! hopefully next weekend i'll have the battery tray from the painter so i can mount the battery and maybe roll her down the street. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

10-30-2010, 07:12 AM	#2020
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Rock on Dennis!!! That is great news! Hopefully you will post a vid of that first trip down the street. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB



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10-30-2010, 07:25 AM	#2021
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) You mean that first burnout down the street right loo Posted via Mobile Device

10-30-2010, 07:37 AM	#2022
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) thanks guys! it just depends how she feels... if i feel comfortable i'll roast'em all the way down the street!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

10-30-2010, 10:05 AM	#2023
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Hell yeah that's what I'm talking about. At least we'll get to see some kinda burnout. Posted via Mobile Device

10-30-2010, 10:12 AM	#2024
draggin86 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Folsom, Ca Posts: 573	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) You better wait till I get back to do that! Posted via Mobile Device

10-30-2010, 01:02 PM	#2025
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Do it man, roast 'em off! __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

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