1972 Chevy p/u NewType Build

[NewType72]

Originally Posted by shawno72

Hey Dyan, funny story, I talked to that girl running the picture booth and lets just say she gave me one for free!! Mark asked for her number and she said "yeah, I'll give you my husbands number"

She wasn't cute but I thought it was funny that a picture showed up in my truck.....

man I shoulda hung around I had to throw down 25$ for my silly little picture oh well guess that's what I get for bringing the date with me hope she didn't read that..
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[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by NewType72

man I shoulda hung around I had to throw down 25$ for my silly little picture oh well guess that's what I get for bringing the date with me hope she didn't read that..
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SHHHHHHUSH..... Ya trying to get in trouble!!

[NewType72]

Aha maybe
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[NewType72]

Alright well as promised I wanted to be sure and document my entire process on restoring my wheel in all I probably have far too many pictures within the week and a half doing this little hobby of mine I'd have to say I logged around 18 hours or so into filling, sanding, primering, sanding, painting, sanding dirt out of it and finally painting once more. I don't really want to call it done but for right now I am going to enjoy it and see how well it lasts before completely refinishing the wheel. So here goes my 72 blue to black original wheel restoration process.

1. I started by finding a reasonable wheel on eBay and had it shipped to me from TX.
It was decent but had very major cracks more so then I had hoped but I was into it about 27$ total already so why not see it through



2. I ordered the Master Steering wheel repair kit from Eastwood's online store 55$ because I had to get the damn California special version because of these silly little tree huggers over here any who received this within a week contains the PC-7 two can mix 1:1 ratio that bonds and fills the cracks seen in the first/third picture


3: Got after mixing the solution together mind you I have some back ground as my father has shown me all his life and I've been able to watch him do wonders on some really nice cars including my own as far as bodywork/paint goes. ( Brownie points for when he reads my thread right here ) Also invested into a triangular file to get into those cracks first to get a clean surface for the mix to adhere to, I found the pointed end useful for digging the "trench" around the face of the wheel as mine was somewhat missing.


4. I would definitely advise AGAINST slabbing a ton on in one spot or else you'll create ALOT of unnecessary time sanding for yourself. Go light the first pass and do some rough sanding with 60-80 Grit and see where that puts you then finish it off with a second coat once the first round has been thoroughly checked. Mix in some 120-180 to find those fine-line cracks.


5. Finally you can see some progress slap a coat of the pre-prep can (step 3's picture) on there to help the adhesive and be sure to follow the drying directions as exactly as said to ensure the best possible surface for your paint to adhere to and then lay down some thin primer for your first coat come back the next day by very lightly sanding with a scotch brite course or fine pad (red or grey) then lay a more solid coat down and let that sit for the night or afternoon and check it after a few hours to see how it's handling the surface. (the preperation for paint stages are EXTREMELY CRUCIAL as my dad has always said you can lay down the best of product over anything but if it's prepared carelessly it will look exactly how it was prepared.. sloppy)



6. Now you can start sanding with 240-300+ range grit depending on how smooth your wheel has come so far it all depends on the starting condition and your time invested in the beginning to get to this point. I found the scotch pads very helpful to smooth out the surface as well as zero steel wool all useful in this process.


7. Finally some color and first round of wetsanding with 600 grit sandpaper and strictly steel wool or grey scotch brite to keep the surface as clean as possibly and prevent costly surface wear thru points like on the ribbing on the backside. Yes sanding will start to wear on you as you get further into the process of the restoration but don't quit now you're almost there just a few more hours and a finished product will appear in front of your eyes.


8. Lay down your first layer of color, I went with satin black this round since it was in stock in pile and matched well with my interior. I would suggest to go as light of coverage as possible almost like two guide coats of paint to go over the primer. You can always go back over once its dry and re-sanded to create build-up and durability. I went through quite a few coats here to build up to what I felt as a durable wheel.


9. Last paint sanding stage grab the finest of sanding material to create the slickest finish as possible be sure to keep water going over it as best as possible and try not to burn any holes its too costly at this stage to recreate the whole process over. Once you're completely happen and feel it has the best you can put into it move to the final step.


10. Lay down your final coats evenly and as light as possible this is your final chance so be sure to keep a light finger and keep moving so you wont create any wet-spots that will need to be re-sanded afterwards. do as many as you feel is necessary until you are happy with the finished product. be sure to keep the wheel away from the devilish outdoors as I had a dust storm ruin my finish paint within a minute of spraying and had to re-sand for another day. now let it soak up some heat and also cool for next day or so, so that it can adhere to its best ability, and finally enjoy to the fullest as I do with mine. I felt recreating an original wheel such as this on my truck would not only enhance my skill but show more pride and self-satisfaction into something I restored with my own bare-hands instead of just buying and the best thing I get to use it everyday and see it everyday as I drive my truck can't get rid of those smiles so have fun with it don't make it a chore. Thank you for looking in and I hope even one line from all of this was just somewhat helpful in your venture.

[SCHRUMGMC]

Awesome that looks really neat man, WONDERFUL JOB

[NewType72]

Thank you that really means alot to me being as young as I am and being so devoted to this hobby all encouragement is welcome

[SCHRUMGMC]

Bro, that is just plain out Amazing man. I am floored to the Damn floor on how great it turned out..Congratulations Bro on your Hard work and Determination



And man I've came to a conclusion to ask this Guy who has my Grandfathers old truck to try and trade my 30-06 and Commercial Grill, and some Cash for the Truck :/ I hope it works

[NewType72]

Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

Bro, that is just plain out Amazing man. I am floored to the Damn floor on how great it turned out..Congratulations Bro on your Hard work and Determination

And man I've came to a conclusion to ask this Guy who has my Grandfathers old truck to try and trade my 30-06 and Commercial Grill, and some Cash for the Truck :/ I hope it works

Thanks again I'm very pleased with how well it turned out and it could still use another round of sanding and filling maybe im going..

I really hope that works out for you it meant so much to my father to get his grandpas 73 Chevy truck back after all these years he's 52 right now and he's been waiting since he was 16 to get that truck. I think besides my 72 that will be the most meaningful restoration he's ever been apart of I really can't wait to get started on it with him. Family is numero uno in all of my philosophies so you looking to get your grandfathers truck back really hits home to me.

[SCHRUMGMC]

Bro, If I get this 1959 GMC 100 of his it will mean a lot, I am actually sick on my Stomach over thinking it haha

[shawno72]

Looks great Dylan. So if you bring the materials and I bring say $20 you can do my wheel durin the BBQ on the 14th? j/k I def wanna give this a shot but need another stock wheel. Sad part is my truck came with 2 and for some reason I sold the extra one
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[Ol Blue K20]

It does look great Dylan, thanks for the pics. The only thing is I wanted blue
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[NewType72]

Originally Posted by shawno72

Looks great Dylan. So if you bring the materials and I bring say $20 you can do my wheel durin the BBQ on the 14th? j/k I def wanna give this a shot but need another stock wheel. Sad part is my truck came with 2 and for some reason I sold the extra one
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:haha hey ill bring my rickety stand to work on the wheel with. Ill have to start finding the colors that closely match original for these wheels like dales blue and red? For yours Shawn? I could go pink too Jk Jk
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[shawno72]

Originally Posted by NewType72

For yours Shawn? I could go pink too Jk Jk
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Oooh it'll match my underwear

[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by shawno72

Oooh it'll match my underwear

TMI just TMI.... Hey Dylan I think I have the tank/beast version of your dads dually.... I actually drove it today, I forgot how big it is

[NewType72]

Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

TMI just TMI.... Hey Dylan I think I have the tank/beast version of your dads dually.... I actually drove it today, I forgot how big it is

That's what she said Dale but that thing is killer I love the look of these big duallys they started my truck fascination.

And Shawn never EVER tell me about matching anything please
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[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by NewType72

That's what she said Dale but that thing is killer I love the look of these big duallys they started my truck fascination.

And Shawn never EVER tell me about matching anything please
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Yeah, always wanted to lift it but it would be too hard to get the camper on it

[NewType72]

Oh man speakin of white lifted duallys I saw a 2012 in town the other day 16" wheels with big ole 35's all around that thing was wicked
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[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by NewType72

Oh man speakin of white lifted duallys I saw a 2012 in town the other day 16" wheels with big ole 35's all around that thing was wicked
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Sounds wicked,

[NewType72]

Alright so I'm definitely going crate motor from GM long block 350/290hp I feel this motor will suit my needs most and leave me the happiest out of all options so with that finalized I will be mating a 700r4 transmission behind it from either bowtie overdrives or a local trans shop that has done our previous transmissions. Going to use their tv made easy kit as Shawno72 suggested and I'm lookin into running a tubular crossmember that way I can run my exhaust higher when I get to that point. Now speaking of exhaust I want to dump my junky Hooker long tube Headers and run something more mid range like chevelle since I hear that they are popular to use because of fitment an performance now what exactly would I be looking for??
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[knomadd]

Nice job on the wheel! Sounds like a good plan for the engine. I'm going to use the same trans, but from Phoenix Transmissions out of Texas (closer to me than bowtie).

I'm not sure what type of chevelle headers you'd be looking for, but what's your goal? Still run long tubes, or shorty's?

[NewType72]

Originally Posted by knomadd

Nice job on the wheel! Sounds like a good plan for the engine. I'm going to use the same trans, but from Phoenix Transmissions out of Texas (closer to me than bowtie).

I'm not sure what type of chevelle headers you'd be looking for, but what's your goal? Still run long tubes, or shorty's?

Thank you I'm very proud of it. And yes it took me quite a few years to figure out a better motor and trans for my needs as a daily driver.

I'm going to say mid length similar to the ones posted below because I don't like the shortness of factory style headers and want to get away from long tubes because of fitment.


SBC Mid Length Ceramic Coated Chevelle Monte Carlo Headers Camaro V8 1 5/8"

http://bit.ly/YJvtmU
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[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by NewType72

Thank you I'm very proud of it. And yes it took me quite a few years to figure out a better motor and trans for my needs as a daily driver.

I'm going to say mid length similar to the ones posted below because I don't like the shortness of factory style headers and want to get away from long tubes because of fitment.


SBC Mid Length Ceramic Coated Chevelle Monte Carlo Headers Camaro V8 1 5/8"

http://bit.ly/YJvtmU
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Sounds like a sound plan

[shawno72]

Those headers will take a little trimming on the frame but only like 1/8" so your good.

[NewType72]

Trying to be. Ill order them from eBay that way I can use their bill me later function so that I can pay them off in a month or so ill be spending a lot elsewhere so I need more time to save lol
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[NewType72]

Shawn I just used these for reference and I already had to trim a bit on driver side so I'm fine with that if I had a numbers matching truck I might be concerned but what one more cut
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