my "71 C10 project

[RexDodge]

Originally Posted by JRE

Glad one of us is getting something done on our trucks. Looking good.

Hey, I'm ready to whack that bed down to size

[JRE]

HMMMM I'm Game

[RexDodge]

I finished my grill surround today. Well I got the paint on. After getting the bashed corners back where they should be I put down some epoxy primer, wet sanded and put on some Krylon Dull Aluminum. We see how it looks after a little more wet sanding and some clear.
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[JRE]

Looking good.

[chevy88]

Nice to see the finishing touches on your bed sides, they are turning out perfect. I'm just on the second coat of body fill trying to get the same done to mine. But it looks like you like body work more than me LOL..

[gdavis]

Your grill looks fine. the paint came out sweet

[RexDodge]

Originally Posted by chevy88

Nice to see the finishing touches on your bed sides, they are turning out perfect. I'm just on the second coat of body fill trying to get the same done to mine. But it looks like you like body work more than me LOL..

Thanks for the compliment. When I was pounding my head on the wall Justin (JRE) stepped in and saved the day! Without his tutoring I couldn't keep my sanity. I really do enjoy the finished product! Keep at it! I sanded off lots of filler and started over several times! It was worth it in the end.
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[RexDodge]

Originally Posted by gdavis

Your grill looks fine. the paint came out sweet

Thank you!
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[jonmc56]

Rex, just finished going through your build thread. Wow! You've done an amazing amount of work! Truck is looking great.

[RexDodge]

Originally Posted by jonmc56

Rex, just finished going through your build thread. Wow! You've done an amazing amount of work! Truck is looking great.

I just caught up on yours too. Looks like you have your hands full of fun! Thanks for the compliment. I hope it turns out good enough to sit beside yours!

[RexDodge]

It's been a bit since I posted on here. I had a job change so that has kept me very busy. At this time I am in the midst of wet sanding all of my panels and details. I will be pulling it apart soon to prep for paint. So many details at this stage. My plan is to be in paint by the end of March and reassembled by the end of April. Keeping my fingers crossed...it's hard to sand like that

[RexDodge]

My version of an awesome evening...Front fender pulled and on a stand, detailing the back of it prepping for paint, favorite cold beverage" on the bench and good ol rock-n-roll tunes on the stereo. Awwwe...truck therapy. Yup, it's like that...

[Bomp]

Originally Posted by RexDodge

My version of an awesome evening...Front fender pulled and on a stand, detailing the back of it prepping for paint, favorite cold beverage" on the bench and good ol rock-n-roll tunes on the stereo. Awwwe...truck therapy. Yup, it's like that...

any pics?

[54belair]

I just started following your build, In the beginning I said "oh no, dont cut that bed--sell it" But--man you did a great job with it. Im really impressed with your decision to "get it right" on the body work. We see way too many that look "almost" right.

Congrats. on the way Its turning out!!

[RexDodge]

Originally Posted by Bomp

any pics?

No pics until it's done. It's just at that stage. hahahaha

[RexDodge]

Originally Posted by 54belair

I just started following your build, In the beginning I said "oh no, dont cut that bed--sell it" But--man you did a great job with it. Im really impressed with your decision to "get it right" on the body work. We see way too many that look "almost" right.

Congrats. on the way Its turning out!!

Thank you for the compliment. I must admit it would not have turned out as nice if not for Justin's help (JRE). The guys a wizard...

[RexDodge]

Getting close...
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[RexDodge]

Oh, this weeks project along with other prep details...
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[RexDodge]

Portland Roadster Show this weekend, Chevy Metal One Year Anniversary Bash in Vancouver the following Saturday and then the Portland Swap meet the weekend after that...and I need to get my truck to paint the week after all that so I can reassemble by the end of April. I need 30 hour days for the next couple of months...

[RexDodge]

I was getting my vin for insurance and I remembered that I have a Texas truck!
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[RexDodge]

So about the time you think you are close to paint you find the details really slow things down. Everyone keeps saying...take your time, it will be worth it. Grrrrr, I want paint! Last fender and door. The end is in sight now. Hope to paint and have it back together by the end of May...just in time for some summer cruizin!
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[Bomp]

Great work in progress. Keep it up.

[JRE]

Looking good Rex. When should I come over and run my hand over all of it and tell you one more coat of primer lol J/K Can't ait to start painting it.

[gdavis]

Originally Posted by RexDodge

Oh, this weeks project along with other prep details...
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Have you used the flow sealent yet? Did it work good for you? I will be needing to seal my cab roof soon and was looking for someone who has used that product. Where did you purchase it. Let me know Gdavis

[pontgta]

Just awesome. I just followed the whole thread, and could not get enough