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68 short step · 06-13-2007, 07:33 PM

looks like your moving at a good pace... one ?, what about the back sides of the fenders... are you thinking of the same exterior black, or like a undercoating (like under the cab?)

*72CSTC5* · 06-13-2007, 07:38 PM

I would recommend undercoating on the backside of the fenders. I was going to pressure wash them and clean them up and spray a rust preventer and then spray body schultz under them again. This will help protect when a rock slings out of one of your tires from putting an "outy" dent in the fenders.

*72CSTC5* · 06-13-2007, 07:41 PM

Just had delivered some new killer sanding blocks too that will come in handy with these fenders. The longest one I bought was 36'' long. I spent 300.00 on a set of them. Can't wait to use them on these long surfaced fenders that are rounded. They really do not have a flat spot on them.

killer71 · 06-19-2007, 11:32 AM

how bout it carlos, any headway???

*72CSTC5* · 06-19-2007, 10:40 PM

Yep, finishing stripping the fenders. They should be done by tomorrow evening and then epoxy prime. The hood will be next and then the bodywork will start on the rig. Nothing done this weekend and I had to go to San Antonio. Grandmother in ICU. She is 83 yrs old and not doing well. Will post some more pics tomorrow. Working on 3 at once and when time permits I try to squeeze in time for the wifes.

SCOTI · 06-19-2007, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

....Working on 3 at once and when time permits I try to squeeze in time for the wifes.

Uhhhh.... plural, as in more than one??

gringoloco · 06-20-2007, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Uhhhh.... plural, as in more than one??

Must be Deer Park, Utah...

*72CSTC5* · 06-20-2007, 11:04 AM

Nope, Deer Park Texas and yes 4 if you really want to get picky!! I have a couple more in the hold too. Doing a 2wd Blazer soon and then who knows what next.

killer71 · 06-20-2007, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

Nope, Deer Park Texas and yes 4 if you really want to get picky!! I have a couple more in the hold too. Doing a 2wd Blazer soon and then who knows what next.

Hmm...

*72CSTC5* · 06-20-2007, 12:13 PM

Yes Killer,
Did not know if it was okay to do celebrity name dropping yet on your project.

killer71 · 06-20-2007, 11:49 PM

I ain't one to gossip so you ain't heard nothing from me!

killer71 · 07-06-2007, 05:29 PM

We need an update, carlos!

*72CSTC5* · 07-06-2007, 05:52 PM

Here are some updated pics. Nothing much, just the hood and fender that was stripped to metal too. One fender was trash after stripping a gallon of bondo out of it. Going to start welding up all of the holes first then start body repairs on this one too.

killer71 · 07-06-2007, 06:01 PM

ahh...that looks nice. Now we're gettin somewhere. Thanks for the update!

*72CSTC5* · 07-06-2007, 06:14 PM

How about these pics of what is getting painted here today. It is our new 2008 dually wrecker. We have 3 more coming in too. This one is going to be customized to show up a local shop in the area. What do you think. I will post pics when it is done for you guys. My buddy Jason Barnett with Barnett Pinstriping is laying out the flames.

killer71 · 07-06-2007, 06:24 PM

I say the man has talent! That really is sweet!!!

68 short step · 07-06-2007, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

This one is going to be customized to show up a local shop in the area.

*72CSTC5* · 07-06-2007, 08:58 PM

I will post pics of it tomorrow clearcoated and colored.

hyde · 07-06-2007, 09:06 PM

Did you tell Jason we were going to be working on my **** together?

hyde · 07-06-2007, 09:18 PM

Jason is very sharp...He is also a great guy. We all used to have VW's and run around together...

*72CSTC5* · 07-07-2007, 10:17 AM

No not yet Hyde. We were busy catching up on old stuff. The wrecker is cleared, now sand the truck again, have Jason come in and outline the flames and letter the doors and bury it all in clear again and then buff. Here are some pics of the flames for you!

hyde · 07-07-2007, 12:15 PM

Looks great!

*72CSTC5* · 07-07-2007, 02:09 PM

Good enough for a wrecker anyways.

hyde · 07-07-2007, 08:29 PM

U finishing up some of the others...When I get in I got one day on the drivers side and then fab the supports and body off time...Engine and tranny are going to the farm and the new stuff is getting fitted and off to powder they go...

piecesparts · 07-07-2007, 11:07 PM

68 short step:

I may have missed some of the items that you have covered in this very well done post, but I have some questions. First, I understand that you used aluminum paint; but what paint did you use on the motor and tranny? (rattle can or mix from a paint supplier?) Second, how did those headers work out for clearance? I am looking for headers to fit the LS-1 that I have for my 68 project. I was considering the S&P headers. Third, where did the air intake setup come from; did you make it or is it a factory setup that you have adapted? (If you made it, where did you get the tubing?) Can you eleborate on the steam vent on the water pump? Where did you take the line after connecting to the pump? I am trying to figure out all of what I need for the LS-1 to make it good. I already have a "Be-Cool Radiator fitted for a LS series motor. I haven't even started thinking about a fuel tank--looks like the Fuel Cell Guy did you right.

The truck that I have has had a lot of work done on the suspension and the body smoothed, then they stopped on it over 10 years ago. The cab is chopped 3" and the bed is smoothed. I am updating the front suspension with tubular A-arms from CCP and the rear is already a coil-over setup from Pete and Jakes.

06-13-2007, 07:33 PM	#226
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) looks like your moving at a good pace... one ?, what about the back sides of the fenders... are you thinking of the same exterior black, or like a undercoating (like under the cab?)

06-13-2007, 07:38 PM	#227
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) I would recommend undercoating on the backside of the fenders. I was going to pressure wash them and clean them up and spray a rust preventer and then spray body schultz under them again. This will help protect when a rock slings out of one of your tires from putting an "outy" dent in the fenders.

06-13-2007, 07:41 PM	#228
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Just had delivered some new killer sanding blocks too that will come in handy with these fenders. The longest one I bought was 36'' long. I spent 300.00 on a set of them. Can't wait to use them on these long surfaced fenders that are rounded. They really do not have a flat spot on them.

06-19-2007, 11:32 AM	#229
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) how bout it carlos, any headway??? __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

06-19-2007, 10:40 PM	#230
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Yep, finishing stripping the fenders. They should be done by tomorrow evening and then epoxy prime. The hood will be next and then the bodywork will start on the rig. Nothing done this weekend and I had to go to San Antonio. Grandmother in ICU. She is 83 yrs old and not doing well. Will post some more pics tomorrow. Working on 3 at once and when time permits I try to squeeze in time for the wifes.

06-20-2007, 11:04 AM	#233
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Nope, Deer Park Texas and yes 4 if you really want to get picky!! I have a couple more in the hold too. Doing a 2wd Blazer soon and then who knows what next.

06-20-2007, 12:13 PM	#235
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Yes Killer, Did not know if it was okay to do celebrity name dropping yet on your project.

06-20-2007, 11:49 PM	#236
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) I ain't one to gossip so you ain't heard nothing from me! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

07-06-2007, 05:29 PM	#237
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) We need an update, carlos! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

07-06-2007, 05:52 PM	#238
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Here are some updated pics. Nothing much, just the hood and fender that was stripped to metal too. One fender was trash after stripping a gallon of bondo out of it. Going to start welding up all of the holes first then start body repairs on this one too. Attached Images

07-06-2007, 06:01 PM	#239
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) ahh...that looks nice. Now we're gettin somewhere. Thanks for the update! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

07-06-2007, 06:14 PM	#240
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) How about these pics of what is getting painted here today. It is our new 2008 dually wrecker. We have 3 more coming in too. This one is going to be customized to show up a local shop in the area. What do you think. I will post pics when it is done for you guys. My buddy Jason Barnett with Barnett Pinstriping is laying out the flames. Attached Images

07-06-2007, 06:24 PM	#241
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) I say the man has talent! That really is sweet!!! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

07-06-2007, 08:58 PM	#243
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) I will post pics of it tomorrow clearcoated and colored.

07-06-2007, 09:06 PM	#244
hyde Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 101	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Did you tell Jason we were going to be working on my ** together? __________________ 06 Crew Cab GMC[/B] on 22's 07 Duramax 4x4 Lifted Maxed Out! 1972 2WD K5. 89k miles. Soon to be bagged, LS1 and bad! 1967 Short and Wide**. Soon to be an LS1 and bagged



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07-06-2007, 09:18 PM	#245
hyde Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 101	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Jason is very sharp...He is also a great guy. We all used to have VW's and run around together... __________________ 06 Crew Cab GMC[/B] on 22's 07 Duramax 4x4 Lifted Maxed Out! 1972 2WD K5. 89k miles. Soon to be bagged, LS1 and bad! 1967 Short and Wide. Soon to be an LS1 and bagged

07-07-2007, 10:17 AM	#246
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) No not yet Hyde. We were busy catching up on old stuff. The wrecker is cleared, now sand the truck again, have Jason come in and outline the flames and letter the doors and bury it all in clear again and then buff. Here are some pics of the flames for you! Attached Images

07-07-2007, 12:15 PM	#247
hyde Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 101	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Looks great! __________________ 06 Crew Cab GMC[/B] on 22's 07 Duramax 4x4 Lifted Maxed Out! 1972 2WD K5. 89k miles. Soon to be bagged, LS1 and bad! 1967 Short and Wide. Soon to be an LS1 and bagged

07-07-2007, 02:09 PM	#248
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,522	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) Good enough for a wrecker anyways.

07-07-2007, 08:29 PM	#249
hyde Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 101	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) U finishing up some of the others...When I get in I got one day on the drivers side and then fab the supports and body off time...Engine and tranny are going to the farm and the new stuff is getting fitted and off to powder they go... __________________ 06 Crew Cab GMC[/B] on 22's 07 Duramax 4x4 Lifted Maxed Out! 1972 2WD K5. 89k miles. Soon to be bagged, LS1 and bad! 1967 Short and Wide. Soon to be an LS1 and bagged

07-07-2007, 11:07 PM	#250
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: my official 68 shortstep ls1 thread (lots of pics) 68 short step: I may have missed some of the items that you have covered in this very well done post, but I have some questions. First, I understand that you used aluminum paint; but what paint did you use on the motor and tranny? (rattle can or mix from a paint supplier?) Second, how did those headers work out for clearance? I am looking for headers to fit the LS-1 that I have for my 68 project. I was considering the S&P headers. Third, where did the air intake setup come from; did you make it or is it a factory setup that you have adapted? (If you made it, where did you get the tubing?) Can you eleborate on the steam vent on the water pump? Where did you take the line after connecting to the pump? I am trying to figure out all of what I need for the LS-1 to make it good. I already have a "Be-Cool Radiator fitted for a LS series motor. I haven't even started thinking about a fuel tank--looks like the Fuel Cell Guy did you right. The truck that I have has had a lot of work done on the suspension and the body smoothed, then they stopped on it over 10 years ago. The cab is chopped 3" and the bed is smoothed. I am updating the front suspension with tubular A-arms from CCP and the rear is already a coil-over setup from Pete and Jakes.

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