** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.

[drewskiren]

OK, looking better now. We'll see how the monster looks after a wet sanding with 400 grit. I'll be down to tiny spots to fill with glazing putty I'm pretty sure. Then prime again and block/wet sand with 600 grit.
Everything I read talks about how 400 grit scratches don't show in the final paint, but I beg to differ. I tried it on both the black truck and the green Denali and I could see the scratches in the right light. I also do not trust that if I wet sand/block with 400 grit and then go back over with the 600 grit that I will find and eliminate all the 400 scratches. When you are doing it you just cannot tell where you have been or not since it is already a sanded texture. That is why I will respray the primer and then go over it again, this time with the 600 grit. I use and 11 inch block with 8 by 11 sheets of wet or dry sandpaper cut in half wrapped on the block. If you hand sand this step you can end up with tiny ripples in the surface instead of mirror flat.

[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by drewskiren

OK, looking better now. We'll see how the monster looks after a wet sanding with 400 grit. I'll be down to tiny spots to fill with glazing putty I'm pretty sure. Then prime again and block/wet sand with 600 grit.
Everything I read talks about how 400 grit scratches don't show in the final paint, but I beg to differ. I tried it on both the black truck and the green Denali and I could see the scratches in the right light. I also do not trust that if I wet sand/block with 400 grit and then go back over with the 600 grit that I will find and eliminate all the 400 scratches. When you are doing it you just cannot tell where you have been or not since it is already a sanded texture. That is why I will respray the primer and then go over it again, this time with the 600 grit. I use and 11 inch block with 8 by 11 sheets of wet or dry sandpaper cut in half wrapped on the block. If you hand sand this step you can end up with tiny ripples in the surface instead of mirror flat.

I've had the same results. 400 grit will show scratches in the final paint. I always use 600 for the final blocking too. I guess if you're wet sanding and buffing it may not be as much of a factor using 400?

[68 TT]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

I've had the same results. 400 grit will show scratches in the final paint. I always use 600 for the final blocking too. I guess if you're wet sanding and buffing it may not be as much of a factor using 400?

The shop I worked for used 400 as well. The owner who sprayed everything said it was how he knew there was enough sealer on the truck by when the 400 grit scratches in the primer were no longer visible. I think he rushed things as it was a collision repair shop.

20 years ago the factory paint jobs weren't so hot so his repairs were on par with what was on the truck to begin with. Definitely not show car worthy but fine for a daily driver.

Just to be safe I always use 600 to wet sand the final primer coat on my own projects.

[drewskiren]

Originally Posted by Dinos63

awsum brotha !

Originally Posted by red71cheyenne

Well, it took me two days to get all the way thru your build, but MAN!! Was it worth it! Great work and inspiration! This is going to be the same as my next project, I appreciate you figuring out all the headaches for me up front. I really love the newer HVAC idea too, but I may have to re-engineer it to keep the stock dash and controls.

Just a great build thread and I wanted to let you know your project rocks, can't wait to see it done.

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Congrats on doing such great work for other people! That's awesome.

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Yes, but not because of your build Happy because of how blessed I am...and I am happy about all the missions work you've been doing....

....but I'm upset because you stalled to make sure you weren't finished by my ETA



















just kidding....


but I am glad to hear the burb will start to get some more work done on it soon

Originally Posted by jbclassix

Man! I forgot how cool your truck looked, Drew!

Originally Posted by jamie72

this is going to be awsome... great work drew.

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Very nice work as usual. Did you paint that green unit in your portable paint booth too?

Originally Posted by eagleuh1

Whats this epoxy seam sealer that flows that you speak of? Oh and great work you do, both on and off the truck. Jim

Originally Posted by Mike C

Beautiful work Drew. Don't know how this is the first day I have seen this thread, but will continue looking for it!

Originally Posted by jeffg1010

Man, I love it. Can I call dibs on it, when you finish it and decide you want another project? Of course, as a 'Burb guy, I am obligated to say "I cant BELIEVE you cut up that all original 'Burb." - there... I'm over it.

Originally Posted by Erick Barnett

your project is looking good makes me with i had try to build a crew

Originally Posted by jbclassix

mmmm! looks better than cake!

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Looking good. So when will the body parts all meet on the frame for the last (permanent) time???

Originally Posted by mcbassin

That bed looks great. I'd definetly like to have a friend that can work one over for a few hundred bones.

Originally Posted by 1985-GMC

Awesome build man! I love the blue & white!

Originally Posted by 69-72

Looks good

Isn't that door pillar vent for the in cab gas tank ventilation?

Originally Posted by WORP67

I have spent the past couple days goin through this build. Just had to say very very nice work man. Got some ideas from you on how to do that late model AC. looks really nice. Cant wait to see it finished.

Originally Posted by 68greg

Looking good drew, truck has come a long way in a very short amount of time especially with all the other endeavors you have taken on recently. Great job keep it up motivates me to get home and get to work on mine.

Originally Posted by 1tonchevy

WOW great work sir. sat and look through the whole tread (last night and sme of today! amazing job!

Originally Posted by PhileCool

WOW what an unbelievable build. I'm inspired by your work, have read up to here tonight page 28 (Just Joined). I can't wait to see it finished...Man I need a garage!!

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Drew, I can't blame you for being a perfectionist. I would be too because this is a super nice truck! It's looking great!

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Nice work as always Drew! Keep the updates coming.

Originally Posted by doc70sub

Drew,

As a Sub owner, I was initially concerned w/ cutting one up - but after ready the ENTIRE thread, I'm truly impressed!!

Keep up the good work & cannot wait to see it completed!!!

D.

Originally Posted by youngrodder

Good to see that your back on it....
Keep it up.

Marc

Originally Posted by oldman3

Looking good....Jim

Originally Posted by 68greg

Drew, good to see you back at it. I forgot the 'burb you built this off of was yellow. Perfectionist, I don't think you'd have it any other way, this is going to be a super nice truck and a radical departure from the norm. Keep up the awesome work and I look forward to seeing it completed.

Thanks to all of you who keep encouraging me, it is quite addictive. If any of ya'll move to Memphis, you can be my best friend.