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franky69c10 · 03-25-2007, 11:59 PM

gferris5 · 03-26-2007, 12:17 AM

Kevin-
I've lost track. Are you using your home-made spray booth for this? (probably not if you've spent 2k on the wet stuff). If so, how's it working? If not, I understand.

Rollie396 · 03-26-2007, 02:10 AM

looks greatWhich of the two pics shows the color best?

Rokcrln · 03-26-2007, 07:07 AM

No I went with a rent a booth in Sacramento.
The best color will be once it is out in the sun in a week or two. With the booth lights and a flash it does not show real well. But the stir stick in the sun light will blind you

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Bob Moore · 03-26-2007, 02:59 PM

No wonder you get so much done. I would be sleeping at 3:07AM.

Great job and THANKS for all your posting - Bob

dan468 · 03-27-2007, 12:04 AM

So many posts I couldn't find my answer I hope it hasn't been on here already. With a shaved cowl and the loss of 4-5 screws, how well will the new cowl hold on the truck?

Rokcrln · 03-27-2007, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dan468

So many posts I couldn't find my answer I hope it hasn't been on here already. With a shaved cowl and the loss of 4-5 screws, how well will the new cowl hold on the truck?

It will hold fine if when you are shaping it you add a bit of tention to the curve so it does not want to flap. Also I added more screws to the front lip.

Kevin
LFD inc.

*72CSTC5* · 03-27-2007, 12:12 AM

Deltron is PPG clear. I haven't heard of that brand label yet but the shop I am at now shoots BASF. Looks like Glasurit for me now.

Rokcrln · 03-27-2007, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

Deltron is PPG clear. I haven't heard of that brand label yet but the shop I am at now shoots BASF. Looks like Glasurit for me now.

Yes PPG and it is suposed to be one of their better clears at about $450gal with activator and reducer

Then I just got off line with Auto Body Store for about a grand of added parts.
Sata Mini jet4 for some of the tighter areas ( I shoot a Sata 3000RP 1.4 for my main gun)
Sharp 606B filter/regulator
High flow hose and fittings for my dedicated paint hose line.
Plus alot of misc. parts and pieces.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

*72CSTC5* · 03-27-2007, 01:00 AM

Lots of high dollar equipment there. Be careful with the high solids clears if you get heavy on the edges it is not very forgiving, it will solvent pop on you and will not come out. Just do not know when was the last time you shot some of the new high solids clears but you probably know that already I am sure.

Rokcrln · 03-27-2007, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

Lots of high dollar equipment there. Be careful with the high solids clears if you get heavy on the edges it is not very forgiving, it will solvent pop on you and will not come out. Just do not know when was the last time you shot some of the new high solids clears but you probably know that already I am sure.

It has been awhile but that is one of the reasons for the mini is to help in the tight places. What recomendations do you have to avoid this? Just the regular light cotes or ? Fell free to PM with anything if you would rather.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

*72CSTC5* · 03-27-2007, 09:33 AM

The only tip I can offer is to go medium wet coats and not full wet coats and also a tip a painter once gave me that helps is to not finish your "pass" where two panels meet, instead if you can finish in between panels or go all the way to the cab corner for instance from the fender if you can.

Rokcrln · 03-28-2007, 09:46 PM

72CSTC5~ thanks for the info, We are on the same page. Yes panel joints I like to give a quick wrist flip for a very soft dusting as you pull away.

Ok you guys wanted to see the real color so I had a fender that was headed for the dumpster and I brought it in the booth with me. This fender was a pull off that was not even scuffed down before laying on some paint so I could test out the new clear for color sanding. It is a hard color to get a good pic of but here are a few. Please remember this is with ZERO body work just some paint, clear, sand paper and hand buff.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

*72CSTC5* · 03-28-2007, 11:19 PM

She's bright alright!!

RACINJASON22 · 03-28-2007, 11:23 PM

Very nice I'm partial to yellow though. If ya don't mine me asking why is that fender going to the dumpster. It doesn't look too bad at all. RJ22

Rokcrln · 03-28-2007, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RACINJASON22

Very nice I'm partial to yellow though. If ya don't mine me asking why is that fender going to the dumpster. It doesn't look too bad at all. RJ22

It has had a door slambed open into it and the rear section is toast. Plus the cowl bracket is needed for another fender and the front parking light opening is needed for another project. Notice teh front light was started to have been cut out prior to paint.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

sighlurr · 03-29-2007, 12:16 AM

I could probably use that side marker section to turn a 67 bedside into a 68. Front markers are the same size as the rear, right?

GREASEMONKEY72 · 03-29-2007, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsigh

I could probably use that side marker section to turn a 67 bedside into a 68. Front markers are the same size as the rear, right?

yes they are

Rokcrln · 04-07-2007, 10:05 PM

Here are a few teasers for ya! Sorry I only got a few pics as my camera died right off the bat and my charger was back at home

I will bring these parts home in a day or two. I hate moving freshly painted parts. We sprayed the inner front fenders, rad support and misc brackets, batt tray, under side of hood and the inside of rear step side fenders.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

RACINJASON22 · 03-29-2007, 12:38 AM

Quote:

It has had a door slambed open into it and the rear section is toast. Plus the cowl bracket is needed for another fender and the front parking light opening is needed for another project. Notice teh front light was started to have been cut out prior to paint.

I see, it just seemed too nice to scap. RJ22

*72CSTC5* · 04-07-2007, 11:54 PM

Looking good, how are you liking the clear>?

Rokcrln · 04-08-2007, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

Looking good, how are you liking the clear>?

Love it!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

OLDIRON69 · 04-08-2007, 01:22 AM

I have just read the best 12 pages of a build I have ever read. Kevin you are truely a metal guru! Can't wait to see the finished product!

GREASEMONKEY72 · 04-08-2007, 04:19 AM

thats some bright yellow

cant wait to see a pic of it in the sun

Rokcrln · 04-08-2007, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GREASEMONKEY72

thats some bright yellow

cant wait to see a pic of it in the sun

Trust me my camera will not capture the true color out in the sun but I will do my best! What I can't wait to see is it all painted, put together and the first coat of polish applied

I think the theam (sp?) song for this truck should be that "I wear my sun glasses at night" one

Kevin

03-25-2007, 11:59 PM	#1
franky69c10 chevy runs deep Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PHOENIX AZ Posts: 1,074	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock!

03-26-2007, 12:17 AM	#2
gferris5 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: The land of fruits and nuts Posts: 193	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! Kevin- I've lost track. Are you using your home-made spray booth for this? (probably not if you've spent 2k on the wet stuff). If so, how's it working? If not, I understand. __________________ Have mercy, I'm recovering from my 4x4 addiction.

03-26-2007, 02:10 AM	#3
Rollie396 someday it will be done! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lloydminster,AB. Canada Posts: 1,620	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! looks greatWhich of the two pics shows the color best? __________________ '72 C-10 Proud owner of a million new and used pieces that used to be and will once again be(god willing) a testament to the term "they don't build em like that anymore. '80 LWB 2wd beater '67 GMC long fleet (cab donor) '66 long step (parked till it's turn comes around) '65 short step (parts truck that will donate it's bed and possibly frame to the '66) '06 Grand Prix wife's car (she hardly lets me touch it) my pics

03-26-2007, 07:07 AM	#4
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! No I went with a rent a booth in Sacramento. The best color will be once it is out in the sun in a week or two. With the booth lights and a flash it does not show real well. But the stir stick in the sun light will blind you Kevin LFD Inc.

03-26-2007, 02:59 PM	#5
Bob Moore Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 1,365	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! No wonder you get so much done. I would be sleeping at 3:07AM. Great job and THANKS for all your posting - Bob __________________ 67 C-20 LWB, tilt, speed alert, vac, 454, T400 67 C-10 SWB, factory air with more to follow

03-27-2007, 12:04 AM	#6
dan468 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sun City, Arizona Posts: 430	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! So many posts I couldn't find my answer I hope it hasn't been on here already. With a shaved cowl and the loss of 4-5 screws, how well will the new cowl hold on the truck?

03-27-2007, 12:12 AM	#8
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! Deltron is PPG clear. I haven't heard of that brand label yet but the shop I am at now shoots BASF. Looks like Glasurit for me now.

03-27-2007, 01:00 AM	#10
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! Lots of high dollar equipment there. Be careful with the high solids clears if you get heavy on the edges it is not very forgiving, it will solvent pop on you and will not come out. Just do not know when was the last time you shot some of the new high solids clears but you probably know that already I am sure.

03-27-2007, 09:33 AM	#12
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! The only tip I can offer is to go medium wet coats and not full wet coats and also a tip a painter once gave me that helps is to not finish your "pass" where two panels meet, instead if you can finish in between panels or go all the way to the cab corner for instance from the fender if you can.

03-28-2007, 09:46 PM	#13
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! 72CSTC5~ thanks for the info, We are on the same page. Yes panel joints I like to give a quick wrist flip for a very soft dusting as you pull away. Ok you guys wanted to see the real color so I had a fender that was headed for the dumpster and I brought it in the booth with me. This fender was a pull off that was not even scuffed down before laying on some paint so I could test out the new clear for color sanding. It is a hard color to get a good pic of but here are a few. Please remember this is with ZERO body work just some paint, clear, sand paper and hand buff. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

03-28-2007, 11:19 PM	#14
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! She's bright alright!!

03-28-2007, 11:23 PM	#15
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! Very nice I'm partial to yellow though. If ya don't mine me asking why is that fender going to the dumpster. It doesn't look too bad at all. RJ22 __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR!

03-29-2007, 12:16 AM	#17
sighlurr ______________ Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Danville, CA Posts: 1,285	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! I could probably use that side marker section to turn a 67 bedside into a 68. Front markers are the same size as the rear, right?

04-07-2007, 10:05 PM	#19
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! Here are a few teasers for ya! Sorry I only got a few pics as my camera died right off the bat and my charger was back at home I will bring these parts home in a day or two. I hate moving freshly painted parts. We sprayed the inner front fenders, rad support and misc brackets, batt tray, under side of hood and the inside of rear step side fenders. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

04-07-2007, 11:54 PM	#21
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! Looking good, how are you liking the clear>?



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OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: Project Lemon Drop: anything but stock! I have just read the best 12 pages of a build I have ever read. Kevin you are truely a metal guru! Can't wait to see the finished product! __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

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