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Old 11-07-2011, 06:19 PM   #1
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)

looks great.
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Old 11-07-2011, 07:24 PM   #2
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HOLY CRAP!!!! Even better out in the sun!
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Looking for a nos 79 grille. And its yours if I find one
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Old 11-07-2011, 10:11 PM   #4
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ok got a pic what they look like???
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Oh man that looks sweet! I bet it was surreal driving it to the exhaust shop! Almost there man!
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Dennis that looks sweet. Cant wait to see the new exhaust. Post up some exhaust vids.
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just one word wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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thanks so much guys! videos coming soon...
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Old 11-09-2011, 12:33 PM   #9
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)

got the grille finished up last night
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Old 11-09-2011, 02:00 PM   #10
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It has been a while Dennis, I have been finishing up another project. All i can say is Dayum, it is bad to the bone my friend. Talk about some motivation. Can't wait for the videos, I bet it sounds super sweet.
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What tips are those?? I've been planing on doing the saw
Thing with mine right after the rear tires aimed down. I have a set of tips from a 2012 camaro ss
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Old 11-09-2011, 03:35 PM   #12
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Man, what a milestone to get past. All that work is paying off!
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Old 11-09-2011, 10:41 PM   #13
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That is just awesome buddy, great job!
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Nice changed it to a 79 headlight buckets. You get those NOS or those new plastic ones?
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Wow shes in her final stages of completion, i bet you must be happy that you get to drive her again!
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Do you have the trim piece for under the grille Dennis?
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Old 11-10-2011, 01:57 AM   #18
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Ha. Nevermind.. I see it sorry.. I love how its turning out! One of my favorites
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Old 11-10-2011, 09:03 AM   #19
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I love tha look of tha rolled tips...
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Old 11-10-2011, 05:42 PM   #20
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Those tips are sweet looking!


Come on man get done with that thing!! We need videos! You're so close we're all at the edge of our seats everytime we see a new post on this thread thinking it's the glorius "It's Done" post!
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Old 11-10-2011, 07:49 PM   #21
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One of the most beautiful trucks on here buddy. (My Favorite too!) Great work brother! One question, I thought your truck was a 78? Arent those the 79 headlight surrounds?
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One of the most beautiful trucks on here buddy. (My Favorite too!) Great work brother! One question, I thought your truck was a 78? Arent those the 79 headlight surrounds?
Thanks bro! And yep you are correct... Word has it soon as the 79's camecout my grandpa noticed the change in the front end and wanted his to look like a new one! Lol! So he bought all new pieces from the dealer and she's been that way ever since. Figured I'd keep it going... Plus I do like the look better myself
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Thanks bro! And yep you are correct... Word has it soon as the 79's camecout my grandpa noticed the change in the front end and wanted his to look like a new one! Lol! So he bought all new pieces from the dealer and she's been that way ever since. Figured I'd keep it going... Plus I do like the look better myself
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Got it! That truck is truly an inspiration to all the DIY'ers out there who think they cant resto a truck in a 2 car garage. All it takes is patience and some basic tools. And a great eye for what the finished project will look like. You did an amazing job and should be very proud of the job you've done!
SO, whats next?
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Truly amazing work. Inspiration for all, and a project we can all aspire to. Normally I like my trucks lifted high but the work you've put into this has been awe-inspiring.
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Simply awesome! VERY well built truck!!
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