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Chevyman63 · 06-19-2007, 10:49 AM

I DO.

These are my before pics, I've got another tub and an extra firewall, but have to become a metal surgeon to put it all together.

And so the saga begins.....

Drivers side...WOW!

Pass. side is much better...yeah right.

This is gonna be great!

**Yukon Jack** · 06-19-2007, 10:58 AM

Yikes! Good luck with getting it cut out and replaced.

RustyParts · 06-19-2007, 11:21 AM

I feel your pain.

Chevyman63 · 06-19-2007, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by RustyParts

I feel your pain.

I can only hope mine turns out as nice as yours has!

crzngmychvy · 06-19-2007, 11:57 AM

vtblazer · 06-19-2007, 12:56 PM

Pics of the donor truck?

Lots of threads on the board to work from/gather info.

2nd link in my siggy will show one way to graft on a windshield frame.

Post up your question's, we're here for ya.

DURRTY · 06-19-2007, 02:54 PM

I thought thats what there supposed to look like after almost 40 years?? it should not be that bad if you have a new tub and firewall. Id love a new tub I spent about the same in repro sheet metal as a decent tub would cost. (enough for free shipping from LMC $$!!) for mine and I have the same or more rust as yours in that area. except for the doors mine are good. put up the pics as you pull it apart and brace it up or the firewall and windshield will fall off when you go to unbolt and lift it off.

alot of us are in the same spot and may all have sheet metal surgeon PHDs soon enough.

**jaros44sr** · 06-19-2007, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevyman63

I DO.

These are my before pics, I've got another tub and an extra firewall, but have to become a metal surgeon to put it all together.

And so the saga begins.....

This is gonna be great!

Dude, that is totally freakin' ugly, oh the flashbacks. Mine ends and yours begins. Watch the lower 'A' post and kick panel, I had serious problems there. Ended up making my own rocker backing plate to get the rocker low enuff to get the door to fit rite...

Have fun and post up lots of pics!!! So you musta got the sons 'vette done... J.

LUV2XCLR8 · 06-19-2007, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevyman63

I've got another tub and an extra firewall

So does that tub pictured have a good rear floor?

70rs/ss · 06-19-2007, 05:43 PM

Wow, I will never ever complain about my dime and nickle sized holes ever!!! I would walk right by those Blazers (Sorry, I do not mean to be rude). I am a certified welder and my skills are good (Not like some of the masters here, but I am into steel not sheetmetal, big difference!) and I'd still run away.

NONHOG · 06-19-2007, 06:05 PM

Aw pchssssit that'll buff out !

**jaros44sr** · 06-19-2007, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

Wow, I will never ever complain about my dime and nickle sized holes ever!!! I would walk right by those Blazers (Sorry, I do not mean to be rude). I am a certified welder and my skills are good (Not like some of the masters here, but I am into steel not sheetmetal, big difference!) and I'd still run away.

Chevyman63 · 06-19-2007, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

So does that tub pictured have a good rear floor?

It has the usual rust...do you know someone that needs a floor section?

missilekounty · 06-19-2007, 07:54 PM

don't forget that goodmark sells complete floor pan assemblys for our trucks now.

semperfidoordie · 06-19-2007, 08:11 PM

I feel your pain too

Chevyman63 · 06-19-2007, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44

Dude, that is totally freakin' ugly, oh the flashbacks. Mine ends and yours begins. Watch the lower 'A' post and kick panel, I had serious problems there. Ended up making my own rocker backing plate to get the rocker low enuff to get the door to fit rite...

Have fun and post up lots of pics!!! So you musta got the sons 'vette done... J.

The vette is ready to go to the painter, not close to done, but the boy is gone for the summer and then off to college and OBVIOUSLY I've got my hands full with this one, so Don the painter will take it from here.
BTW, how is progress on your Jimmy going?

RED72blazer · 06-19-2007, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

So does that tub pictured have a good rear floor?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

It has the usual rust...do you know someone that needs a floor section?

he is looking for one, IIRC.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 06-19-2007, 09:27 PM

Makes my rust look good... Keep us posted as we know you can do it..

LUV2XCLR8 · 06-19-2007, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by RED72blazer

he is looking for one, IIRC.

Correct

Quote:

Originally Posted by missilekounty

don't forget that goodmark sells complete floor pan assemblys for our trucks now.

Front yes, not the rear

FarmTruk · 06-19-2007, 10:06 PM

I feel lucky...this is as bad as FarmTruk has anywhere...

hgs_notes · 06-19-2007, 10:38 PM

Mines worse...

I'm not proud of that, but I know this is not a restoration project. My new floor will likely be diamond plate from the firewall to the tailgate.

Good luck with your project.

florida4x4 · 06-19-2007, 10:57 PM

Guys, I have been there, done that and I thought I was crazy. Good to see I'm in good company!

swyfor5 · 06-20-2007, 01:12 AM

Gotta love a challenge! Never say never! With all the help from this forum, should be no problem dude. The parts are out there, we just have to find them, oh, and then have the funds! K5, to stay alive!

DURRTY · 06-20-2007, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by FarmTruk

I feel lucky...this is as bad as FarmTruk has anywhere...

pull that outer rocker off and you might get a nasty surprise

**jaros44sr** · 06-20-2007, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

The vette is ready to go to the painter, not close to done, but the boy is gone for the summer and then off to college and OBVIOUSLY I've got my hands full with this one, so Don the painter will take it from here.
BTW, how is progress on your Jimmy going?

It now has 2 swinging doors and floors, just have to finish up some welding and reassemble. will post up pics soon. Good luck with the project, I'll send you some cut proof gloves... J.

06-19-2007, 10:49 AM	#1
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Got Rust? I DO. These are my before pics, I've got another tub and an extra firewall, but have to become a metal surgeon to put it all together. And so the saga begins..... Drivers side...WOW! Pass. side is much better...yeah right. This is gonna be great! __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

06-19-2007, 10:58 AM	#2
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vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Got Rust? Pics of the donor truck? Lots of threads on the board to work from/gather info. 2nd link in my siggy will show one way to graft on a windshield frame. Post up your question's, we're here for ya. Last edited by vtblazer; 06-19-2007 at 12:57 PM.

06-19-2007, 02:54 PM	#7
DURRTY USMC Join Date: May 2007 Location: SLc,UT Posts: 300	Re: Got Rust? I thought thats what there supposed to look like after almost 40 years?? it should not be that bad if you have a new tub and firewall. Id love a new tub I spent about the same in repro sheet metal as a decent tub would cost. (enough for free shipping from LMC $$!!) for mine and I have the same or more rust as yours in that area. except for the doors mine are good. put up the pics as you pull it apart and brace it up or the firewall and windshield will fall off when you go to unbolt and lift it off. alot of us are in the same spot and may all have sheet metal surgeon PHDs soon enough. Attached Images __________________ Semper Fi Last edited by DURRTY; 06-19-2007 at 02:58 PM.

06-19-2007, 05:43 PM	#10
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,270	Re: Got Rust? Wow, I will never ever complain about my dime and nickle sized holes ever!!! I would walk right by those Blazers (Sorry, I do not mean to be rude). I am a certified welder and my skills are good (Not like some of the masters here, but I am into steel not sheetmetal, big difference!) and I'd still run away.

06-19-2007, 06:05 PM	#11
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Got Rust? Aw pchssssit that'll buff out ! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

06-19-2007, 07:54 PM	#14
missilekounty Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: pittsfield NH Posts: 15	Re: Got Rust? don't forget that goodmark sells complete floor pan assemblys for our trucks now.

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semperfidoordie Fix It Till It's Broke Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 29 Palms, CA Posts: 1,616	Re: Got Rust? I feel your pain too __________________ Tony Black Beauty: 85 C-10 SOLD! Great White: 69 LWB Custom Camper/20 SOLD! Blue Dragon: 72 K-10 SOLD! The Tank 77 K-10 KIA panhandler62: Just don't search for "trannys" no matter how hard yours shifts -- you just won't get what you are looking for. I Made The Official So Cal Board Meet Last edited by semperfidoordie; 06-19-2007 at 08:14 PM.

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06-19-2007, 10:38 PM	#21
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06-20-2007, 01:12 AM	#23
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