Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) - Page 2 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

alexandro999 · 09-16-2018, 06:49 AM

Wow, nice truck. Like a time capsule. Take care of it!!!

**Ol Blue K20** · 09-16-2018, 12:03 PM

Nice, it's looking great

CG · 09-16-2018, 05:35 PM

Its really cleaning up nice. Looks like your kiddo is having some fun too.

**68bowtie** · 09-16-2018, 06:54 PM

Thanks everybody.

Not as much progress today. Got the grille polished up, headlight bezels painted, and removed the bumper for prep. Got a tinted rear glass in hand, got a lead on a set of stainless mirrors, and started cleaning the seat.

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Got the build sheet out of the seat. It’s extra crispy.

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Orange67 · 09-16-2018, 07:06 PM

Really dig both of your builds man. I really like the period correct CB radio too, I had a similar one in my 67 back when I bought the truck the first time. That CB was a lot of fun for us back in the day. Be interesting to see what kids today think about them!

Redneck Rydes · 09-16-2018, 07:31 PM

Love seeing the T-3s

goldenburb · 09-20-2018, 11:17 PM

Man tthat is a clean cab. Let see those p30's

**68bowtie** · 09-22-2018, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by goldenburb

Man tthat is a clean cab. Let see those p30's

Not much to see yet, but they are waiting patiently for their turn. I’m trying to find some used 225/70R19.5’s to replace the 8R’s.

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**3757chevy** · 09-22-2018, 10:27 PM

I'm in to watch this. That is one nice truck and a Smart 6 yr old. I like that the only pass through was the window.

pat english · 09-24-2018, 12:04 PM

Very nice.so lucky to find a cab in such good shape.I'll be watching.

68Gold/white · 09-25-2018, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

Not much to see yet, but they are waiting patiently for their turn. I’m trying to find some used 225/70R19.5’s to replace the 8R’s.

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I'm just thinking out loud, to hopefully be helpful....THose 19.5's are not terribly common. Go to Walmart.com, plug in your tire size in the search box. THey will list every brand of tire they can get in that size. THe range in prices can be huge. They will have them shipped direct to your closest Wal Mart for free...might take a few days...

A used tire over 4 years old can be more of a liability than an economical purchase...

Very, very nice one ton, keep up the great work!!!

DO these one tons with 350's have 4 barrel carbs? or 2 barrel's?

**68bowtie** · 09-27-2018, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

I'm just thinking out loud, to hopefully be helpful....THose 19.5's are not terribly common. Go to Walmart.com, plug in your tire size in the search box. THey will list every brand of tire they can get in that size. THe range in prices can be huge. They will have them shipped direct to your closest Wal Mart for free...might take a few days...

A used tire over 4 years old can be more of a liability than an economical purchase...

Very, very nice one ton, keep up the great work!!!

DO these one tons with 350's have 4 barrel carbs? or 2 barrel's?

Thanks for the heads up. Looks like they do have some reasonably priced tires (although I've never heard of the brands).

This one has a 4-barrel quadrajet. Not sure if it's factory or not.

redneckgames · 09-27-2018, 11:29 AM

Nice!

AKC · 09-28-2018, 12:09 AM

Fine C30. Outstanding work on everything so far. Definitely subscribed. I'll be looking for tips and hints...

dirtwork · 09-28-2018, 07:56 PM

Nice truck! Nice to find one that clean.

**68bowtie** · 11-10-2018, 02:31 PM

I finally got my hands on some nice DF2 mirrors (from forum member burnem). Polished them up with some CLR and 0000 steel wool. I cleaned up the original hardware too. Details details!

The mirrors weren't cheap, but worth every penny for the screw holes to line up PERFECTLY...

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**68bowtie** · 11-10-2018, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dirtwork

Nice truck! Nice to find one that clean.

They are still out there, but these days you have to pay for them, or drive a thousand miles, or both...

**68bowtie** · 11-10-2018, 10:23 PM

I think the bumper came out pretty nice. It looks a bit odd though with the white wheels still on there.

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**68bowtie** · 12-24-2018, 01:39 AM

I decided this truck needs some clear coat. So I'm getting it prepped for a friend to spray it for me next weekend. I filled in a few holes and will be trying to color match those spots (both fenders and each side of the wiper cowl). I'm a little nervous about it, but the areas are pretty small. It can't be worse than the holes the PO drilled.

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**rustytruck50** · 12-24-2018, 11:50 AM

Looks like you're on the right track...that metal is pretty forgiving

**68bowtie** · 12-25-2018, 12:53 AM

Are there any tricks or certain products that need to be used to get this much gloss with a clear coat? Recommended number of coats? Or is it pretty basic.

This is just wet after prepping and cleaning...

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**rustytruck50** · 12-25-2018, 09:50 PM

Nice!!!!!

**68bowtie** · 12-30-2018, 01:31 AM

Sneak preview

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**Ol Blue K20** · 12-30-2018, 11:59 AM

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Sneak preview

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The sneak peek was nice but I want to see more....

**68bowtie** · 12-30-2018, 01:22 PM

I got it home. I am grinning ear to ear! Overall the clear coat is not perfect. It's probably a 5-footer. But the blue touch ups are amazing! I seriously can't even find where the edges are. What do you guys think?

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09-16-2018, 06:49 AM	#26
alexandro999 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Veghel, Netherlands Posts: 5	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Wow, nice truck. Like a time capsule. Take care of it!!! __________________ ————————- 69 Chevy CST-20 Longhorn 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper 78 Chevy C10 Silverado BIG 10

09-16-2018, 12:03 PM	#27
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,245	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Nice, it's looking great __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

09-16-2018, 05:35 PM	#28
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,019	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Its really cleaning up nice. Looks like your kiddo is having some fun too.

09-16-2018, 06:54 PM	#29
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Thanks everybody. Not as much progress today. Got the grille polished up, headlight bezels painted, and removed the bumper for prep. Got a tinted rear glass in hand, got a lead on a set of stainless mirrors, and started cleaning the seat. Before: After: Got the build sheet out of the seat. It’s extra crispy. __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

09-16-2018, 07:06 PM	#30
Orange67 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Syracuse, Utah Posts: 499	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Really dig both of your builds man. I really like the period correct CB radio too, I had a similar one in my 67 back when I bought the truck the first time. That CB was a lot of fun for us back in the day. Be interesting to see what kids today think about them! __________________ Justin '67 C20 CST Custom Camper '04.5 LLY Duramax CCSB...sold

09-16-2018, 07:31 PM	#31
Redneck Rydes Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Trenton,Ontario & South Carolina Posts: 755	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Love seeing the T-3s

09-20-2018, 11:17 PM	#32
goldenburb Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: aurora colo Posts: 211	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Man tthat is a clean cab. Let see those p30's __________________ 70 c10 2wd crashed Suburban 67 c10 2wd sb truck 67 c10 4wd lb truck

09-22-2018, 10:27 PM	#34
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,056	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) I'm in to watch this. That is one nice truck and a Smart 6 yr old. I like that the only pass through was the window. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

09-24-2018, 12:04 PM	#35
pat english Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: la puente ca Posts: 358	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Very nice.so lucky to find a cab in such good shape.I'll be watching.

09-27-2018, 11:29 AM	#38
redneckgames Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Lincolnton, NC Posts: 21	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Nice!

09-28-2018, 12:09 AM	#39
AKC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 256	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Fine C30. Outstanding work on everything so far. Definitely subscribed. I'll be looking for tips and hints... __________________ 'Anela - AKC's 1968 C30 1T Flattie "Trouble Rides A Fast Horse..."

09-28-2018, 07:56 PM	#40
dirtwork Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Chardon, Ohio Posts: 81	Re: Project “Double Tap” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Nice truck! Nice to find one that clean.

11-10-2018, 02:31 PM	#41
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) I finally got my hands on some nice DF2 mirrors (from forum member burnem). Polished them up with some CLR and 0000 steel wool. I cleaned up the original hardware too. Details details! The mirrors weren't cheap, but worth every penny for the screw holes to line up PERFECTLY... __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

11-10-2018, 10:23 PM	#43
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) I think the bumper came out pretty nice. It looks a bit odd though with the white wheels still on there. __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

12-24-2018, 01:39 AM	#44
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) I decided this truck needs some clear coat. So I'm getting it prepped for a friend to spray it for me next weekend. I filled in a few holes and will be trying to color match those spots (both fenders and each side of the wiper cowl). I'm a little nervous about it, but the areas are pretty small. It can't be worse than the holes the PO drilled. __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD



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12-24-2018, 11:50 AM	#45
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Looks like you're on the right track...that metal is pretty forgiving __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

12-25-2018, 12:53 AM	#46
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Are there any tricks or certain products that need to be used to get this much gloss with a clear coat? Recommended number of coats? Or is it pretty basic. This is just wet after prepping and cleaning... __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

12-25-2018, 09:50 PM	#47
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Nice!!!!! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

12-30-2018, 01:31 AM	#48
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) Sneak preview __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

12-30-2018, 01:22 PM	#50
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: Project “Blue Bomb” (rebirth of a 1970 c30) I got it home. I am grinning ear to ear! Overall the clear coat is not perfect. It's probably a 5-footer. But the blue touch ups are amazing! I seriously can't even find where the edges are. What do you guys think? __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

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