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**KFF 1** · 11-20-2022, 04:21 PM

Today I started on the rear of the Burb to get it ready for bodywork and then paint eventually. Removed the lower trim on both sides in the rear and the rear bumper. Started to DA the driver side this afternoon will probably resume after the holiday. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families.

**3757chevy** · 11-20-2022, 11:02 PM

I just read through your thread and all I can say is WOW! Love it.

**KFF 1** · 11-21-2022, 07:37 PM

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I just read through your thread and all I can say is WOW! Love it.

Thank you 3757chevy. Ive been dreading this part of the build bc I am by far not a bodyman at all LOL. Wish me luck.

**KFF 1** · 11-26-2022, 05:56 PM

Started on the bodywork today. So far so good. Got most of it roughed in so tomorrow I will probably prep the passenger quarter where it needs mud and go from there.

**LockDoc** · 11-27-2022, 11:57 AM

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Looks good so far. I can't say I hate body work but it isn't my most favorite thing to do. I'm not very good at it either, I get in a hurry.

LockDoc

**KFF 1** · 11-27-2022, 03:23 PM

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Looks good so far. I can't say I hate body work but it isn't my most favorite thing to do. I'm not very good at it either, I get in a hurry.

LockDoc

Thank you Leon. So far it doesnt look bad. Today Im working on the kitchen. Sanded the drywall this morning and just finished painting. Im not sure which one Im worse at doing, Drywall or bodywork lol. At least if I mess up on one that will be a learning experience on what not to do on the other LOL

**KFF 1** · 11-28-2022, 09:44 PM

Made some small progress this evening. Started on the passenger quarter, roughed it up and spread the coat of mud. Tomorrow I will sand it down and spread the second coat.

**KFF 1** · 11-29-2022, 06:46 PM

Made some progress again today after a non stop running to the parts store morning. Passenger and driver sides are both roughed in. Its not perfect but Im no bodyman lol

**LockDoc** · 11-29-2022, 11:08 PM

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If you are like me it's either do it yourself or live with it. Looks like you are doing a decent job to me. If you are going to drive it, it will get rock chips and stuff on it anyways.

LockDoc

**KFF 1** · 11-30-2022, 08:45 AM

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If you are like me it's either do it yourself or live with it. Looks like you are doing a decent job to me. If you are going to drive it, it will get rock chips and stuff on it anyways.

LockDoc

Yes sir Leon you are absolutely right. Im learning as I go and Dad is going to finish it off so I will be able to watch him. I was always the metal guy, when it came time to do bodywork I was banned from the shop LOL. I cant wait until it is all one color and the black is gone from the rear.

**KFF 1** · 11-30-2022, 05:35 PM

Today I got the driver side rocker painted and out of the way. 2 more rockers to go and that project will be complete and crossed off the list. Matched up fairly well too.

**HO455** · 11-30-2022, 08:49 PM

Nice work. With your skills and attention to detail it's shaping up nicely.

**KFF 1** · 11-30-2022, 09:32 PM

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Nice work. With your skills and attention to detail it's shaping up nicely.

Thank you HO455, these small knit pickin items that Im finally getting around to completing has been a long time coming.

**KFF 1** · 12-03-2022, 05:15 PM

This morning I painted the 3rd door and passenger side rockers. then this afternoon Dad came over to do a skim coat on the quarters so they are now ready for primer. Not sure when that will happen, I have a few more minor things I want to get out of the way before we prime and blend in the red

**KFF 1** · 12-03-2022, 05:18 PM

Came out really good

**KFF 1** · 12-04-2022, 01:19 PM

Got the rear passenger quarter painted white this morning. If time permits this week I will move down the passenger side and get the rockers ready to paint.

**kev2809** · 12-04-2022, 08:57 PM

what are you using for primer and paint?

**KFF 1** · 12-05-2022, 06:46 PM

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what are you using for primer and paint?

Primer is Kirker .... The red is the original paint code mixed and put into a rattle can at Napa. The white is canvas white by Rust-Oleum in the rattle can bc it is a near perfect match to the weathered and faded original white on the bottom of the fenders and doors.

**kev2809** · 12-05-2022, 06:54 PM

one stage?

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-07-2022, 09:26 AM

Nice work on your burb!

**KFF 1** · 12-11-2022, 08:07 AM

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one stage?

Yes sir Kev, one stage

**KFF 1** · 12-11-2022, 08:07 AM

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Nice work on your burb!

Thank you !

**KFF 1** · 12-11-2022, 01:53 PM

This morning I primed and painted the passenger side rockers. The white on the passenger side is now complete. Once the driver side white is finished I will move on to the red. Also I would like to wish all the forum members a Happy Birthday today that I share it with, hope you all have a wonderful day!!!

**kev2809** · 12-11-2022, 01:56 PM

nice progress and happy birthday man! hope it's a good one

**LockDoc** · 12-11-2022, 01:59 PM

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This morning I primed and painted the passenger side rockers. The white on the passenger side is now complete. Once the driver side white is finished I will move on to the red. Also I would like to wish all the forum members a Happy Birthday today that I share it with, hope you all have a wonderful day!!!

Looks good so far.

I don't share it but Happy Birthday anyway....

I have 15 more days to go.

LockDoc

11-20-2022, 04:21 PM	#226
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Today I started on the rear of the Burb to get it ready for bodywork and then paint eventually. Removed the lower trim on both sides in the rear and the rear bumper. Started to DA the driver side this afternoon will probably resume after the holiday. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families. Attached Images

11-20-2022, 11:02 PM	#227
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,031	Re: New project : 72 Suburban I just read through your thread and all I can say is WOW! Love it. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

11-26-2022, 05:56 PM	#229
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Started on the bodywork today. So far so good. Got most of it roughed in so tomorrow I will probably prep the passenger quarter where it needs mud and go from there. Attached Images

11-27-2022, 11:57 AM	#230
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,648	Re: New project : 72 Suburban - Looks good so far. I can't say I hate body work but it isn't my most favorite thing to do. I'm not very good at it either, I get in a hurry. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-28-2022, 09:44 PM	#232
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Made some small progress this evening. Started on the passenger quarter, roughed it up and spread the coat of mud. Tomorrow I will sand it down and spread the second coat. Attached Images

11-29-2022, 06:46 PM	#233
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Made some progress again today after a non stop running to the parts store morning. Passenger and driver sides are both roughed in. Its not perfect but Im no bodyman lol Attached Images

11-29-2022, 11:08 PM	#234
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,648	Re: New project : 72 Suburban - If you are like me it's either do it yourself or live with it. Looks like you are doing a decent job to me. If you are going to drive it, it will get rock chips and stuff on it anyways. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-30-2022, 05:35 PM	#236
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Today I got the driver side rocker painted and out of the way. 2 more rockers to go and that project will be complete and crossed off the list. Matched up fairly well too. Attached Images

11-30-2022, 08:49 PM	#237
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 11,289	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Nice work. With your skills and attention to detail it's shaping up nicely. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

12-03-2022, 05:15 PM	#239
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban This morning I painted the 3rd door and passenger side rockers. then this afternoon Dad came over to do a skim coat on the quarters so they are now ready for primer. Not sure when that will happen, I have a few more minor things I want to get out of the way before we prime and blend in the red Attached Images

12-03-2022, 05:18 PM	#240
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Came out really good Attached Images

12-04-2022, 01:19 PM	#241
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Got the rear passenger quarter painted white this morning. If time permits this week I will move down the passenger side and get the rockers ready to paint. Attached Images

12-04-2022, 08:57 PM	#242
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,172	Re: New project : 72 Suburban what are you using for primer and paint? __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

12-05-2022, 06:54 PM	#244
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,172	Re: New project : 72 Suburban one stage? __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

12-07-2022, 09:26 AM	#245
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: New project : 72 Suburban Nice work on your burb! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*



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12-11-2022, 01:53 PM	#248
KFF 1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Belmont OH Posts: 294	Re: New project : 72 Suburban This morning I primed and painted the passenger side rockers. The white on the passenger side is now complete. Once the driver side white is finished I will move on to the red. Also I would like to wish all the forum members a Happy Birthday today that I share it with, hope you all have a wonderful day!!! Attached Images

12-11-2022, 01:56 PM	#249
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,172	Re: New project : 72 Suburban nice progress and happy birthday man! hope it's a good one __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

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