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**N2TRUX** · 02-22-2018, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Looking great Ken!

Thanks Michael. Its been an adventure.

**N2TRUX** · 02-22-2018, 11:17 AM

Sorry for the slow updates. The LST crunch is in full swing. Chris wrapped up his box to house the Ride Tech Ride Pro X processor. He sanded it smooth, then I added a layer of under coat for a nice textured finish. Once cured, we sprayed it with vinyl dye to match the interior.

**Advanced Design** · 02-22-2018, 02:16 PM

Very nicely done! Too bad it will be hidden under the seat as it really looks good. While it might be obvious, I am missing it....why have the connector to the control module on the outside? Maybe for diagnostics access with the seat in place?

I enjoy following builds like this...sets my personal build quality bar higher.

aggie91 · 02-22-2018, 06:01 PM

Action shot of Chris actually working on the truck. He did a nice job on the box too. I like how you color matched it to the interior.

Do you have a raft lined up to get Elwood over to LST? Looks like its going to be a wet one this year. Owen and I are headed down after lunch tomorrow in Henry. The weather kept us from getting all the interior parts color match as was our goal, but we are coming down anyway. Basically got most of the parts from the dash up color changed and put back in. Door panels and kick panels are not done, but will be once the rain and high humidity stop...

**rustytruck50** · 02-22-2018, 07:19 PM

Looking great Ken!

aggie91 · 02-26-2018, 10:45 AM

Great to catch up and talk with you and Chris again. Elwood looked really good!

**N2TRUX** · 02-26-2018, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Very nicely done! Too bad it will be hidden under the seat as it really looks good. While it might be obvious, I am missing it....why have the connector to the control module on the outside? Maybe for diagnostics access with the seat in place?

I enjoy following builds like this...sets my personal build quality bar higher.

Thanks, it did turn out well. The exposed unit you see is the XU processor. It integrates the Bluetooth feature with the ECU. It has a pin hole in front that has to be accessed to pair with another device. It has to be accessible to initiate the pairing process.

**N2TRUX** · 02-26-2018, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rustytruck50

Looking great Ken!

Thank you sir.

Quote:

Originally Posted by aggie91

Action shot of Chris actually working on the truck. He did a nice job on the box too. I like how you color matched it to the interior.
Do you have a raft lined up to get Elwood over to LST? Looks like its going to be a wet one this year. Owen and I are headed down after lunch tomorrow in Henry. The weather kept us from getting all the interior parts color match as was our goal, but we are coming down anyway. Basically got most of the parts from the dash up color changed and put back in. Door panels and kick panels are not done, but will be once the rain and high humidity stop...

Quote:

Originally Posted by aggie91

Great to catch up and talk with you and Chris again. Elwood looked really good!

Thanks buddy. I enjoyed the conversation as well. We appreciate the compliments

Winmon · 02-26-2018, 08:10 PM

Outstanding Ken!!!! Love it! That woodgrain

UKNOWME · 02-26-2018, 08:23 PM

So where’s the final pics at LST? Did you get the wheels and wood grain done?

Bennett68C10 · 02-27-2018, 09:22 AM

I saw some pictures of the truck from LST. Awesome job, really love the new wheels!

**N2TRUX** · 02-28-2018, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

So where’s the final pics at LST? Did you get the wheels and wood grain done?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bennett68C10

I saw some pictures of the truck from LST. Awesome job, really love the new wheels!

Please forgive me for the delayed response. We went in to full thrash mode for the last few days before LST and lack of time and sleep reduced my posting. I plan to give a full wrap up on how things came together as time permits. Until then I'll cut to the chase and post a few pics of the (somewhat) finished product.

UKNOWME · 02-28-2018, 10:18 PM

Oh what a beauty! I love it!

Low Elco · 03-01-2018, 09:04 AM

I dig it! The size/BS on the wheels really fills the wells out nicely.

**rustytruck50** · 03-01-2018, 10:17 AM

Nailed It!!!! Love the looks of the woodgrain & wheel choice is perfect!

**LEEVON** · 03-01-2018, 11:51 AM

Outstanding!

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2018, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Oh what a beauty! I love it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Low Elco

I dig it! The size/BS on the wheels really fills the wells out nicely.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rustytruck50

Nailed It!!!! Love the looks of the woodgrain & wheel choice is perfect!

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

Outstanding!

Thank you for all the kind words. Its funny how there were so many people that said they questioned my choice based on the renderings. Those same people were kind enough to offer compliments and admit they were not seeing the vision I had in my head.

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2018, 08:43 PM

I wish I could go back and show you a bunch of great pics from the last week. unfortunately there arent many. I got up early and worked a bit every day. I loaded my truck with supplies and put in a 10-12 hour day at work, then came home and put in several shop hours. I ran on 4 hours sleep till the last three nights and got almost no sleep then.

I expect no sympathy as these were self inflicted wounds. In order to honor my commitment to vendors on Scarlett, I had to compromise my timeline for Elwood. I knew this going in, and have no regrets. My only concern is I have very few pics to share.

Lets take a look at those that I do have. Heres the dash coming together thanks to Brothers Truck parts. A new bezel covers the Resto Mod Air digital controller.
The steering wheel was updated by American Racing to match the wheels. I color matched the leather grip to the seat.

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2018, 08:53 PM

Prior to this i had pulled all of the interior plastic and and stripped it clean. It was in excellent condition so I simply scuffed it and dyed it to match. My door panels were good, but the arm rest pads were coming apart. Fortunately Brothers Truck parts had exactly what I needed. they supplied me with new arm rest pads, and long with carpeted lower door panels to match the beautiful carpet.
I'm not sure why the color looks washed out. It is very red.

Jaysonb · 03-03-2018, 01:58 AM

Looks amazing! Any info, or tips on the woodgrain install? I love the woodgrain!

**N2TRUX** · 03-03-2018, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaysonb

Looks amazing! Any info, or tips on the woodgrain install? I love the woodgrain!

Thanks. I did not do the install. I suggest you hire a professional. After watching Daryl at Deluxe 281 spend an hour on the tailgate, I knew I made the right choice. I love to learn new things, but I feel confident that it's done right.

UKNOWME · 03-03-2018, 01:07 PM

Do you plan to redo the interior woodgrain to match the outside?

gringoloco · 03-03-2018, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Do you plan to redo the interior woodgrain to match the outside?

That would be a nice touch

**N2TRUX** · 03-03-2018, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Do you plan to redo the interior woodgrain to match the outside?

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringoloco

That would be a nice touch

I'm not sure yet. It's actually a pretty close match already. I have considered changing it to the Silverado brushed trim too. I'll play with ideas till I get time to do the a.c. and audio updates

UKNOWME · 03-03-2018, 09:47 PM

Do you still have Scarlett?

02-22-2018, 11:17 AM	#452
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Sorry for the slow updates. The LST crunch is in full swing. Chris wrapped up his box to house the Ride Tech Ride Pro X processor. He sanded it smooth, then I added a layer of under coat for a nice textured finish. Once cured, we sprayed it with vinyl dye to match the interior. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 02-22-2018 at 12:22 PM.

02-22-2018, 02:16 PM	#453
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Very nicely done! Too bad it will be hidden under the seat as it really looks good. While it might be obvious, I am missing it....why have the connector to the control module on the outside? Maybe for diagnostics access with the seat in place? I enjoy following builds like this...sets my personal build quality bar higher. __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

02-22-2018, 06:01 PM	#454
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Action shot of Chris actually working on the truck. He did a nice job on the box too. I like how you color matched it to the interior. Do you have a raft lined up to get Elwood over to LST? Looks like its going to be a wet one this year. Owen and I are headed down after lunch tomorrow in Henry. The weather kept us from getting all the interior parts color match as was our goal, but we are coming down anyway. Basically got most of the parts from the dash up color changed and put back in. Door panels and kick panels are not done, but will be once the rain and high humidity stop... __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

02-22-2018, 07:19 PM	#455
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Looking great Ken! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

02-26-2018, 10:45 AM	#456
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Great to catch up and talk with you and Chris again. Elwood looked really good! __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

02-26-2018, 08:10 PM	#459
Winmon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sequm, Wa. Posts: 75	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Outstanding Ken!!!! Love it! That woodgrain

02-26-2018, 08:23 PM	#460
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix So where’s the final pics at LST? Did you get the wheels and wood grain done? __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

02-27-2018, 09:22 AM	#461
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix I saw some pictures of the truck from LST. Awesome job, really love the new wheels! __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

02-28-2018, 10:18 PM	#463
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Oh what a beauty! I love it! __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

03-01-2018, 09:04 AM	#464
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix I dig it! The size/BS on the wheels really fills the wells out nicely. __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

03-01-2018, 10:17 AM	#465
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Nailed It!!!! Love the looks of the woodgrain & wheel choice is perfect! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

03-01-2018, 11:51 AM	#466
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,893	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Outstanding! __________________ '86 GMC C30 Crew ~ '86 C20 Crew ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '74K10 ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

03-01-2018, 08:43 PM	#468
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix I wish I could go back and show you a bunch of great pics from the last week. unfortunately there arent many. I got up early and worked a bit every day. I loaded my truck with supplies and put in a 10-12 hour day at work, then came home and put in several shop hours. I ran on 4 hours sleep till the last three nights and got almost no sleep then. I expect no sympathy as these were self inflicted wounds. In order to honor my commitment to vendors on Scarlett, I had to compromise my timeline for Elwood. I knew this going in, and have no regrets. My only concern is I have very few pics to share. Lets take a look at those that I do have. Heres the dash coming together thanks to Brothers Truck parts. A new bezel covers the Resto Mod Air digital controller. The steering wheel was updated by American Racing to match the wheels. I color matched the leather grip to the seat. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 03-01-2018 at 08:48 PM.

03-01-2018, 08:53 PM	#469
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Prior to this i had pulled all of the interior plastic and and stripped it clean. It was in excellent condition so I simply scuffed it and dyed it to match. My door panels were good, but the arm rest pads were coming apart. Fortunately Brothers Truck parts had exactly what I needed. they supplied me with new arm rest pads, and long with carpeted lower door panels to match the beautiful carpet. I'm not sure why the color looks washed out. It is very red. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 03-01-2018 at 09:05 PM.

03-03-2018, 01:58 AM	#470
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Looks amazing! Any info, or tips on the woodgrain install? I love the woodgrain! __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848



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03-03-2018, 01:07 PM	#472
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Do you plan to redo the interior woodgrain to match the outside? __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

03-03-2018, 09:47 PM	#475
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: "Elwood" the 77_remix Do you still have Scarlett? __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

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