71 GMC 4x4 "BOB" Big Orange Beast

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Drivers side was just as bad if not worse. A lot more cutting and work involved to get it fixed. Rocker panel inside and out as well as cutting the cancer out of the floor pan.

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After replacing all the rockers (including the 3rd door). Moved on to the quarters. Both needed to be replaced. As you can see, I had to also replace the lower section for the backup light. It had rotted out as well.

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Passenger side quarter fixed. Man did I feel accomplished as this was beginning to look like a truck again not to mention a lot of work paying off!

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Drivers side was worse as it had a ton of bondo hiding a huge dent as well as rust. They must have hit a stump. Oh well cut and replace. Had to also replace the upper and lower turn signal and back up panel.

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Since I live on the west side of Washington, rain and road salt is a huge concern! Due to this I wanted to take every precaution to prevent rust since I was done cutting it out and replacing a lot of metal. I was between Por15 and Chassis Saver from Magnet paints. I decided to go with chassis saver due to tons of positive reviews plus it is cheaper than por 15. I was also contemplating on using bed liner instead of paint to further resist the elements. I will also be using this rig for a hunt/trail vehicle. Chassis Saver inside and out after all body work was completed.

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I decided to go with a bed liner material inside and out. I didn't want to go black so I started looking around. I got quotes from Linex and it was astronomical ($3000)...so to plan B, DIY project. If you have done any research on DIY bedliner it's enough to make your head spin. All of the companies claim to be the best with the toughest materials made. Well my experience was hit and miss😐 I decided to go with Monstaliner due to their uv ratings as well as the ability pick from various colors. Their customer service was good and we're helpful on making suggestions. I chose to go med quartz grey on the inside and road rash on the outside.

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Interior work. Seats I got at the Goodguys swap meet from a guy that does handicap work in Honda vans for lift gates. He removes the middle row seats and sells them (3 piece) 2 buckets and a jump seat in the middle that also serves as a arm rest when folded down. Also built custom console to hold aftermarket stereo and speakers. Didn't want to cut the dash or the doors.