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Zoomin · 08-01-2012, 03:04 PM

In the last nine months since I posted, I had sold "Tom" to a friend of mine that fell in love with it. As often happens, he has encountered some personal challenges and doesn't have the money or time to play with this and he asked me if I could buy it back. So I did, and that is the reason for blowing the dust off this thread.

I'm going to take Al's advice and fix him up and flip him. I don't know how I'm going to get this done given that I'm right in the middle of the Biscayne build and I have a Super that I need to get running and sell too. It'll all work out I hope.

I've decided to keep the Biscayne, but need to sell this guy, the Super 350, and need to make a decision between the 71 Cheyenne BB and the 72 Super 402.

So, I'll get Tom back this weekend, then it's off to Kyle's place to get it all one color. I originally planned to teach myself to paint on this one, but I need to get some help to get this done so off to his shop it goes.

Tinkermc · 08-01-2012, 04:56 PM

would be nice to see Tom again

**screaminchevypickup** · 08-01-2012, 07:15 PM

I thought that pic you sent looked like Tom!! I just figure it was another one you found somewhere. Can't wait to get started on it. So what's the plans motor, wheels,interior??
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Zoomin · 08-01-2012, 11:00 PM

You've read my other threads - I can't stick to a plan for longer than 10 minutes. My plan right now is to turn it over to you then figure out my next move. I haven't even settled on a color yet, ferchissakes.

mcbassin · 08-01-2012, 11:18 PM

Sounds like a plan to me. Looking forward to seeing what Kyle does with the paint

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**screaminchevypickup** · 08-01-2012, 11:44 PM

I think any color you choose will look good..
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Zoomin · 08-01-2012, 11:44 PM

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Sounds like a plan to me. Looking forward to seeing what Kyle does with the paint

We should get together and collaborate. I've got ideas, but I welcome suggestions too.

**screaminchevypickup** · 08-01-2012, 11:46 PM

I kinda liked the idea of the satin paint idea maybe with a shop truck feel!! Logo on the door maybe??
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Zoomin · 08-02-2012, 12:02 AM

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I kinda liked the idea of the satin paint idea maybe with a shop truck feel!! Logo on the door maybe??

Glad you like that line of thought. Shop truck with some upscale feel to it - satin with some nice chrome or stainless to offset it.

Something along these lines...

**screaminchevypickup** · 08-02-2012, 12:15 AM

Yessir I think it would look great with the satin feel lowered and some coys!! Or some type off shinny wheel..
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**screaminchevypickup** · 08-02-2012, 12:49 AM

Are you thinking red??
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Zoomin · 08-02-2012, 09:03 AM

Red, navy blue, black, or a dark green.
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**screaminchevypickup** · 08-02-2012, 09:20 AM

Red and black always look good they are your safe choices.. The dark green would look cool with a darker beige interior.. If you went black I think if you painted the interior satin red that would look awesome also. Idk about the blue lol!!
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67c10rustbuket · 08-02-2012, 09:42 AM

Dang it didn't know you had another one, This is 3 builds now that I know of. Another Great one! Can't wait to see what you go with for paint.

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Ha! I appreciate the words of encouragement Mike. If I had a big shop like you have I wouldn't have a problem. Damn HOA, building one would be pretty expensive.....

I know the feeling...

Zoomin · 08-02-2012, 11:34 AM

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Dang it didn't know you had another one, This is 3 builds now that I know of. Another Great one! Can't wait to see what you go with for paint.

Three builds at the same time isn't the best way to go about it - at least for me and my resources. I can't wait to see what color I go with either!

**screaminchevypickup** · 08-02-2012, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

Three builds at the same time isn't the best way to go about it - at least for me and my resources. I can't wait to see what color I go with either!

I think you need to bring Tom and the 71 so I can knock them both in the head

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mcbassin · 08-02-2012, 12:51 PM

Why don't you just buy a few more and you can have all the colors.
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**screaminchevypickup** · 08-02-2012, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Why don't you just buy a few more and you can have all the colors.
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Zoomin · 08-02-2012, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Why don't you just buy a few more and you can have all the colors.

Zoomin · 08-06-2012, 06:09 PM

Here's some pics of greens that look good to me...

Carter Hickman Design - wouldn't copy it but it sure is nice...

I dropped the truck off at Kyles shop yesterday, so the transformation begins.

mcbassin · 08-06-2012, 09:21 PM

I'm sure it will be cool no matter what you decide.
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**screaminchevypickup** · 08-06-2012, 10:36 PM

I like the first green! maybe a little darker?? I've already got some progress done..
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mcbassin · 08-07-2012, 12:41 AM

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I like the first green! maybe a little darker?? I've already got some progress done..
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You going to document this one Kyle? I know taking pics gets in the way of working but you know how we like them.

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**screaminchevypickup** · 08-07-2012, 12:48 AM

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You going to document this one Kyle? I know taking pics gets in the way of working but you know how we like them.

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Yep I've taken a few pics already.

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Zoomin · 08-07-2012, 11:48 AM

Not even 48 hours later, it looks like I parked it in east St Louis...

08-01-2012, 03:04 PM	#26
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: US Tom In the last nine months since I posted, I had sold "Tom" to a friend of mine that fell in love with it. As often happens, he has encountered some personal challenges and doesn't have the money or time to play with this and he asked me if I could buy it back. So I did, and that is the reason for blowing the dust off this thread. I'm going to take Al's advice and fix him up and flip him. I don't know how I'm going to get this done given that I'm right in the middle of the Biscayne build and I have a Super that I need to get running and sell too. It'll all work out I hope. I've decided to keep the Biscayne, but need to sell this guy, the Super 350, and need to make a decision between the 71 Cheyenne BB and the 72 Super 402. So, I'll get Tom back this weekend, then it's off to Kyle's place to get it all one color. I originally planned to teach myself to paint on this one, but I need to get some help to get this done so off to his shop it goes. __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

08-01-2012, 04:56 PM	#27
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: US Tom would be nice to see Tom again

08-01-2012, 07:15 PM	#28
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom I thought that pic you sent looked like Tom!! I just figure it was another one you found somewhere. Can't wait to get started on it. So what's the plans motor, wheels,interior?? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

08-01-2012, 11:00 PM	#29
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: US Tom You've read my other threads - I can't stick to a plan for longer than 10 minutes. My plan right now is to turn it over to you then figure out my next move. I haven't even settled on a color yet, ferchissakes. __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

08-01-2012, 11:18 PM	#30
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: US Tom Sounds like a plan to me. Looking forward to seeing what Kyle does with the paint Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

08-01-2012, 11:44 PM	#31
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom I think any color you choose will look good.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

08-01-2012, 11:46 PM	#33
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom I kinda liked the idea of the satin paint idea maybe with a shop truck feel!! Logo on the door maybe?? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

08-02-2012, 12:15 AM	#35
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom Yessir I think it would look great with the satin feel lowered and some coys!! Or some type off shinny wheel.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

08-02-2012, 12:49 AM	#36
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom Are you thinking red?? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

08-02-2012, 09:03 AM	#37
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: US Tom Red, navy blue, black, or a dark green. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

08-02-2012, 09:20 AM	#38
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom Red and black always look good they are your safe choices.. The dark green would look cool with a darker beige interior.. If you went black I think if you painted the interior satin red that would look awesome also. Idk about the blue lol!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

08-02-2012, 12:51 PM	#42
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: US Tom Why don't you just buy a few more and you can have all the colors. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

08-06-2012, 06:09 PM	#45
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: US Tom Here's some pics of greens that look good to me... Carter Hickman Design - wouldn't copy it but it sure is nice... I dropped the truck off at Kyles shop yesterday, so the transformation begins. __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro Last edited by Zoomin; 08-06-2012 at 06:14 PM.

08-06-2012, 09:21 PM	#46
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: US Tom I'm sure it will be cool no matter what you decide. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

08-06-2012, 10:36 PM	#47
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: US Tom I like the first green! maybe a little darker?? I've already got some progress done.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629



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08-07-2012, 11:48 AM	#50
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: US Tom Not even 48 hours later, it looks like I parked it in east St Louis... __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

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