1972 GMC Jimmy PENNY

[Tuff Gong]

Truck is looking nice. Thanks for updating with pictures.

[Graham57a]

Got the dash final painted today. All that’s left is final assembly and drive

[Graham57a]

Finally, 8 months after starting on this little project, she moved under her own power again. I need have my carb rebuilt and do some final adjusting, install my ac brackets, and finish putting my dash together. But at least she’s back home!

[DeadheadNM]

Congrats!

[Graham57a]

This truck is back under the knife. It’s been sitting in a buddies shop for about 2 years and I figured if it’s there I might as well tear into it. On the list this time:

Replace bad lifter that failed during break in from earlier engine work
Rebuild original quadrajet
Repaint engine. VSC rattle can orange is not the most durable
Repaint black on grille
Install decals on hub caps
Install new wood grain decal on side trim and tailgate band
Replace windshield
New gaskets for doors, door glass, window channels, and top
Color match raptor liner inside tub
Sound deadener throughout
New carpet
New rear vinyl panels
New seat backs
Powdercoat original seat tracks
Rebuild door guts
New door panels
Restore original seat belts
Get a factory speaker to get the original am/fm playing
Misc odds and ends to clean up the inside and out


Ultimately I realized that this girl needs some love and I can make it way better without diving into a full restoration. I don’t want shiny paint but I do want a comfortable and reliable driver.

[Graham57a]

First up was the wood grain trim tape. Because who doesn’t start with the most visually satisfying part first right?

[Graham57a]

Then raptor liner and grille

[Graham57a]

I didn’t get any pics but replaced the bad lifter, installed the freshened up carb just to discover that it was time to buy a new gas tank and battery.

Then I pulled the windshield to find this beauty waiting for me. Patched and fixed now

[Graham57a]

Lastly some interior pieces coming together

[Graham57a]

Next up I plan on finishing the sound deadener and installing the carpet. Also hoping to get the windshield installed next shop night and wrapping up the interior less seats. More to come, stay tuned!

[1970cstblazer]

Looks great!

[a Good Man]

Wonderful results and very beautiful details. It's my favorite color. I hope you see my latest project.

[Graham57a]

Originally Posted by 1970cstblazer

Looks great!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by a Good Man

Wonderful results and very beautiful details. It's my favorite color. I hope you see my latest project.

Thank you sir! I have seen your jimmy, we actually messaged about mine when you were in the market. Thanks for checking in!

[Graham57a]

Some more pics from tonight. Applied por-15 to the problem area, used some 3m drip check on the joint, and finished my sound deadener

Side note: if you guys haven’t used these hubcap decals you are missing out!

[Graham57a]

Some more pics:

New gas tank is ready to go in, seat brackets are getting powder coated, finally painted and ash tray and replaced the center ac vent, and cleaned up the old cluster.

[a Good Man]

Nice work

[Graham57a]

Originally Posted by a Good Man

Nice work

Thank for the encouragement! Some more progress pics

[Graham57a]

A couple more details. Decided to pull out the cluster for a new bezel and paint the needles. Also reused the old windshield wiper stainless arms and installed replacement rubber pieces. Really curious to see how they do in the rain

[Graham57a]

The list is getting shorter!

I replaced the battery with a new interstate M78, planning to head over there tonight and finish up some wiring repairs and fix some lighting issues that I never resolved

Fuel tank is in so I can fire it back up!

Leveling mats are installed and cleaned up

Gathering the proper trim pieces for carpet termination and rear vinyl panels now. Also working on an order with the Truck Shop to get new seat foam, seat covers, and rear vinyl panels.

Doors are completely done and put together. I messed up and used stainless bead fuzzies, my dad informed me that they would have been black so I will replace those.

Windshield is in and looks great, need to install the rear view mirror (hopefully tonight)

I decided to add two items to the list "while I am here". I pulled out the steering column for a fresh coat of paint and new bearings. It was right there and was really the last piece of the interior that wasnt going to be new. So that is out and being painted right now. I also have been dealing with a failed seal between the t-case and the transmission since I have owned the truck. When I drive it any distance the T-case fills up with ATF and leaks like a sieve. So I am going to bite the bullet and pull out the transfer case and re-seal it, probably paint it while I have it out, and re-install.

That should about wrap this phase up. Once I have all of my parts I can finish upholstery and re-install all of the pretty parts. After that is done I will move on to the top restoration, stay tuned