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foosed · 12-18-2009, 01:13 PM

How do you guys customize your models, as far as lowering etc. I am looking into getting a 67-72 model to build for a smaller version of what i want my truck to look like when finished. I am curious as to how you guys do the crazy things that you guys do to these things. So if you got anything, post up a pic and explain how you did it!

72 CustomCamper · 12-18-2009, 07:33 PM

Here's a 72 4x4 I build a few years ago. The frame is made from 3 55 Cameo frames. The body lift and springs are scratch built.

Chuck

**special-K** · 12-19-2009, 09:01 AM

There`s my old truck.^

As far as lowering goes on the 67/72 kits,the chassis is a one pc. mold with the frame,floor pans,and suspension fixed together.The axle can just be put through holes located higher up on the chassis.I think these kits have an insert with a pair of axle holes in each,with one upper ones being for lowering.

What other tricks did you have in mind?You need an exacto-type hobby knife.Hobby stores sell tubing,sheet,and channel stock in plastic.there`s kit bashing,custom made parts,photo-etch plating,etc.

foosed · 12-19-2009, 12:19 PM

Nice 72 custom camper!
Special K, i was also interested in how you would cut down a lwb to swb. From what i have seen on here they dont make a swb model kit? Also is it even possible to shave things like door handles, would you just sand them off? Maybe some tips on painting these things, do you use airbrush, spray can etc. Also is it possible to get a 69 or 70 grille, or a model from those years? Boy thats alot of questions, and im sure i could think of some more. I used to put together some cars when i was about 7 or 8 but i kinda lost interest. Thanks for the info too.

**special-K** · 12-19-2009, 03:37 PM

I just sand off trim.The bodies can use alot of massaging for a custom job.The only shortbed is the GMC Fenderside (Stepside).The wide bed is custom molded these days.You can interchange grilles,cabs,whatever.Kit bashin`& custom resin parts is what it takes for a short widebed.Anything can be done with the skill.Custom Camper can show some o his handywork.

72 CustomCamper · 12-19-2009, 05:38 PM

Here's another custom. Used 2 beds and frames to make a Longhorn.

Here's an in progress shot of the Longhorn

Used a spare bed to make this trailer.

This one is mostly out of the box. Changed wheels and tires and added a top.

Here's a long bed I cut down to make a half cab blazer

Here's the short step that Special-K mentioned

Lowering is not hard. The newer kits use plastic pin to hold the front wheels on. You can drill new holes to lower the front. In the rear I glue a piece of round plastic tube into the molded in diff and use the metal axle in the tube...

Chuck

72 CustomCamper · 12-19-2009, 05:43 PM

Here's a few group shots of my 67-72's.

When you get good at scratch building you can build one of these. Both trucks have alot of scratch building in them.

Chuck

msgross · 12-19-2009, 06:27 PM

I posted this about a guy that sells a SWB 67/68 resin model...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321298

**special-K** · 12-20-2009, 04:21 PM

Hey Mike,iwhat did you do with the 2wd chassis?

msgross · 12-20-2009, 07:43 PM

haven't touched anything yet Tim, you need it?

**special-K** · 12-20-2009, 10:27 PM

Sure.I could always use it.I have a small junkyard of parts.

foosed · 12-20-2009, 10:56 PM

Holy cow custom camper, lots of cool stuff there! So they do sell a 69 70 model? Would it be possible to cut down a lwb instead of buying the resin or would that be too difficult? Thanks a lot for all the info!

72 CustomCamper · 12-20-2009, 11:39 PM

It's a PITA to cut down a long bed. You can find original 69-70's but they are getting expensive. I have an original 69 that I paid $45 for a few years ago. The best thing to do is practice. I've been building for many years and still mess up...

Chuck

msgross · 12-20-2009, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

Sure.I could always use it.I have a small junkyard of parts.

i've seen your shed Tim, I agree!

**special-K** · 12-20-2009, 11:59 PM

I had a guy sell me a box full of misc. 67/72 partial kits a few years ago...of plastic model parts,not real junk!

bobbo · 12-21-2009, 07:03 PM

Where do you find the GMC's??? I've found lots of the 67-72 Chevy's....I need one!

**special-K** · 12-21-2009, 08:20 PM

There was a`71 Wideside kit and a`72 SWB Fenderside.Around 1990 the Fenderside was re-released.AMT called it a Stepside.There`s a picture of a built red model on the box and they aren`t crazy high priced.There`s a picture o a black stock truck on the`72 box.The LWB Wideside has a painting of a red truck with park ranger on the doors.

72 CustomCamper · 12-21-2009, 11:55 PM

A model company called Round 2 is supposed to reissue the GMC step in 2010...

Chuck

foosed · 12-22-2009, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72 CustomCamper

It's a PITA to cut down a long bed. You can find original 69-70's but they are getting expensive. I have an original 69 that I paid $45 for a few years ago. The best thing to do is practice. I've been building for many years and still mess up...

Chuck

Alright, ill probably look into getting the resin bed then. I might just have to go without the 69-70 grille, i dont feel like paying $45 just for the grille. Msgross, in the thread you posted you said something about a bed without trim, any info on this?

**71blksuper4x4** · 12-22-2009, 03:14 PM

Bandit Resins sells a short bed, and so does Garage cast or something like that. Trevor

**71blksuper4x4** · 12-22-2009, 03:23 PM

here is what Bandit Resins sell:
Conversion Parts
1969 Blazer Conversion
1970 Chevy Pickup Conversion
1976 / 1977 Ford Pickup Conversion
GMC Jimmy Conversion
GMC Pickup Truck Short Bed

foosed · 12-22-2009, 03:59 PM

Looked up the website, looks like everything i need! Thanks alot! I think that i have read on the internet that resin is not the same as the plastic stuff as far as glueing. Is there any other differences, like paint adhesion etc.

72 CustomCamper · 12-22-2009, 06:37 PM

Resin will accept any automotive paints, even lacquer. It's best to use CA glue for resins. You can also use auto body fillers to repair or reshape...

Chuck

**71blksuper4x4** · 12-22-2009, 07:14 PM

Like what he said, super glue (CA) works best for resin parts. It is always best to wash resin with some soap and water and let dry before painting. Also, you can not strip resin parts of paint as easy as plastic. Trevor

foosed · 12-22-2009, 09:18 PM

Ok thats simple enough. Thanks.

12-18-2009, 01:13 PM	#1
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Custom Models How do you guys customize your models, as far as lowering etc. I am looking into getting a 67-72 model to build for a smaller version of what i want my truck to look like when finished. I am curious as to how you guys do the crazy things that you guys do to these things. So if you got anything, post up a pic and explain how you did it! __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

12-18-2009, 07:33 PM	#2
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: Custom Models Here's a 72 4x4 I build a few years ago. The frame is made from 3 55 Cameo frames. The body lift and springs are scratch built. Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-19-2009, 09:01 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom Models There`s my old truck.^ As far as lowering goes on the 67/72 kits,the chassis is a one pc. mold with the frame,floor pans,and suspension fixed together.The axle can just be put through holes located higher up on the chassis.I think these kits have an insert with a pair of axle holes in each,with one upper ones being for lowering. What other tricks did you have in mind?You need an exacto-type hobby knife.Hobby stores sell tubing,sheet,and channel stock in plastic.there`s kit bashing,custom made parts,photo-etch plating,etc. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-19-2009, 12:19 PM	#4
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Custom Models Nice 72 custom camper! Special K, i was also interested in how you would cut down a lwb to swb. From what i have seen on here they dont make a swb model kit? Also is it even possible to shave things like door handles, would you just sand them off? Maybe some tips on painting these things, do you use airbrush, spray can etc. Also is it possible to get a 69 or 70 grille, or a model from those years? Boy thats alot of questions, and im sure i could think of some more. I used to put together some cars when i was about 7 or 8 but i kinda lost interest. Thanks for the info too. __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

12-19-2009, 03:37 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom Models I just sand off trim.The bodies can use alot of massaging for a custom job.The only shortbed is the GMC Fenderside (Stepside).The wide bed is custom molded these days.You can interchange grilles,cabs,whatever.Kit bashin`& custom resin parts is what it takes for a short widebed.Anything can be done with the skill.Custom Camper can show some o his handywork. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-19-2009, 05:38 PM	#6
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: Custom Models Here's another custom. Used 2 beds and frames to make a Longhorn. Here's an in progress shot of the Longhorn Used a spare bed to make this trailer. This one is mostly out of the box. Changed wheels and tires and added a top. Here's a long bed I cut down to make a half cab blazer Here's the short step that Special-K mentioned Lowering is not hard. The newer kits use plastic pin to hold the front wheels on. You can drill new holes to lower the front. In the rear I glue a piece of round plastic tube into the molded in diff and use the metal axle in the tube... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-19-2009, 05:43 PM	#7
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: Custom Models Here's a few group shots of my 67-72's. When you get good at scratch building you can build one of these. Both trucks have alot of scratch building in them. Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-19-2009, 06:27 PM	#8
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Custom Models I posted this about a guy that sells a SWB 67/68 resin model... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321298 __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

12-20-2009, 04:21 PM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom Models Hey Mike,iwhat did you do with the 2wd chassis? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-20-2009, 07:43 PM	#10
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Custom Models haven't touched anything yet Tim, you need it? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

12-20-2009, 10:27 PM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom Models Sure.I could always use it.I have a small junkyard of parts. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-20-2009, 10:56 PM	#12
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Custom Models Holy cow custom camper, lots of cool stuff there! So they do sell a 69 70 model? Would it be possible to cut down a lwb instead of buying the resin or would that be too difficult? Thanks a lot for all the info! __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

12-20-2009, 11:39 PM	#13
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: Custom Models It's a PITA to cut down a long bed. You can find original 69-70's but they are getting expensive. I have an original 69 that I paid $45 for a few years ago. The best thing to do is practice. I've been building for many years and still mess up... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-20-2009, 11:59 PM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom Models I had a guy sell me a box full of misc. 67/72 partial kits a few years ago...of plastic model parts,not real junk! __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-21-2009, 07:03 PM	#16
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12-21-2009, 08:20 PM	#17
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom Models There was a`71 Wideside kit and a`72 SWB Fenderside.Around 1990 the Fenderside was re-released.AMT called it a Stepside.There`s a picture of a built red model on the box and they aren`t crazy high priced.There`s a picture o a black stock truck on the`72 box.The LWB Wideside has a painting of a red truck with park ranger on the doors. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-21-2009, 11:55 PM	#18
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: Custom Models A model company called Round 2 is supposed to reissue the GMC step in 2010... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-22-2009, 03:14 PM	#20
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: Custom Models Bandit Resins sells a short bed, and so does Garage cast or something like that. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

12-22-2009, 03:23 PM	#21
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: Custom Models here is what Bandit Resins sell: Conversion Parts 1969 Blazer Conversion 1970 Chevy Pickup Conversion 1976 / 1977 Ford Pickup Conversion GMC Jimmy Conversion GMC Pickup Truck Short Bed __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

12-22-2009, 03:59 PM	#22
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Custom Models Looked up the website, looks like everything i need! Thanks alot! I think that i have read on the internet that resin is not the same as the plastic stuff as far as glueing. Is there any other differences, like paint adhesion etc. __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

12-22-2009, 06:37 PM	#23
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: Custom Models Resin will accept any automotive paints, even lacquer. It's best to use CA glue for resins. You can also use auto body fillers to repair or reshape... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-22-2009, 07:14 PM	#24
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: Custom Models Like what he said, super glue (CA) works best for resin parts. It is always best to wash resin with some soap and water and let dry before painting. Also, you can not strip resin parts of paint as easy as plastic. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

12-22-2009, 09:18 PM	#25
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Custom Models Ok thats simple enough. Thanks. __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

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