Project Platinum C10

[77ChevySharkBite]

Originally Posted by Sodell

The PO took out a leaf spring and it sat about 1" lower, and I would have had to replace the springs to do a flip kit. I just installed a set of 2" shackles. I think I still need a bit more so I am going to get a set of hangers, I think it needs another inch or two. What do you think?

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I think another 1" would sit perfect unless you want a little front take then drop it 2.
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[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by Sodell

The PO took out a leaf spring and it sat about 1" lower, and I would have had to replace the springs to do a flip kit. I just installed a set of 2" shackles. I think I still need a bit more so I am going to get a set of hangers, I think it needs another inch or two. What do you think?

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Maybe 1". I like these trucks a little bit higher in the back because it makes them look fast to me for some reason. I like those black wheels and white lettering on your truck. Looks great!

[Claytona08]

I went and talked to the paint shop yesterday evening and I have to drop my truck off July 8th to get started. I'm super excited!! I have attached some pics of his work. I think I am going to strip the truck down (Trim, interior, grille, etc...) as it will save me 400$. The paint in the picture isn't wet sanded and buffed, just straight paint and clearcoat. I am going to get my truck wet sanded so it will remove any orange peel. Oh and please excuse my ugly mug! lol

[77ChevySharkBite]

That's going to look even better since it'll be wet sanded!

Hey that's how i dress for work too, actually could pass as a golf outfit.

[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by 77ChevySharkBite

Actually could pass as a golf outfit.

Haha, true. I had to un-tuck prior to going into the paint shop!

[77ChevySharkBite]

Originally Posted by Claytona08

Haha, true. I had to un-tuck prior to going into the paint shop!

I'm excited to see it off to paint and everything it's going to look sharp!

[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by 77ChevySharkBite

I'm excited to see it off to paint and everything it's going to look sharp!

Thanks man! I am excited. I have picked out a few colors I am thinking about using. Please provide some input guys. I have picked Gun Metallic for the top color and Alabaster Silver Metallic for the bottom.

[77ChevySharkBite]

Originally Posted by Claytona08

Thanks man! I am excited. I have picked out a few colors I am thinking about using. Please provide some input guys. I have picked Gun Metallic for the top color and Alabaster Silver Metallic for the bottom.

Is that Gun Metallic, the same as Gun Metal Grey? I think that combo would look sharp! Being your going to try and "re-make" the platinum edition look that bottom color might need to be a little dark, so maybe have the painter throw a little bit of black in it to darken it a tad? Actually i take that back, I just went and googled it those colors look spot on!

I love the grey that's on my Accord it kind of looks like that Gun Metal color it has a dark tint to it, but when the sun hits it, it has a a little bit of shine to it.

[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by 77ChevySharkBite

Is that Gun Metallic, the same as Gun Metal Grey? I think that combo would look sharp! Being your going to try and "re-make" the platinum edition look that bottom color might need to be a little dark, so maybe have the painter throw a little bit of black in it to darken it a tad? Actually i take that back, I just went and googled it those colors look spot on!

I love the grey that's on my Accord it kind of looks like that Gun Metal color it has a dark tint to it, but when the sun hits it, it has a a little bit of shine to it.

Yeah I think Gun Metallic is the same as Gunmetal Grey. Yeah I was going to use the same paint codes as the Platinum edition F250 but I like the Gunmetal Grey better than the Mineral Grey. The Silver is about the same.

[77ChevySharkBite]

Originally Posted by Claytona08

Yeah I think Gun Metallic is the same as Gunmetal Grey. Yeah I was going to use the same paint codes as the Platinum edition F250 but I like the Gunmetal Grey better than the Mineral Grey. The Silver is about the same.

Very true man, plus that Gunmetal Grey is going to be a little bit darker, it's going to look mighty fine! I can't wait to see it all done and finished up. I know you said they're starting on it July 8th, but do you know how long it's roughly going to take them to finish it all?

[Claytona08]

Funny thing you ask. I asked this guy "what seemed to be hundreds of question"; but I never asked how long it will take!

[77ChevySharkBite]

Originally Posted by Claytona08

Funny thing you ask. I asked this guy "what seemed to be hundreds of question"; but I never asked how long it will take!

it's okay trust me I've done that too, you get so excited you forget things it's okay just don't forget next or I might get a little upset jk

[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by 77ChevySharkBite

it's okay trust me I've done that too, you get so excited you forget things it's okay just don't forget next or I might get a little upset jk

Haha, I plan on asking that question first!

[77ChevySharkBite]

Originally Posted by Claytona08

Haha, I plan on asking that question first!

Woohoo!!!

[SeTx67]

Cyber grey metallic is a awesome color


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[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by SeTx67

Cyber grey metallic is a awesome color


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Nice!!! The painter told me to choose my silver and several different grays and we can put them side by side in the sunlight to determine which looks best!

[Claytona08]

So I was near the tire shop yesterday and stopped to look at my rims because I hadn't actually seen them yet. Snapped a pic while I was there.

[Sodell]

I am not sure where I found this pic but I think it would look nice with the two tone like this, lighter on the very top and bottom and darker on the doors hood, ect. I threw one pic in for fun< lol
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[SeTx67]

I don't know how you can stand to have wheels and tires at the tire shop and not on your truck. I know you're trying to wait until after paint but that would drive me crazy
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[Claytona08]

Originally Posted by Sodell

I am not sure where I found this pic but I think it would look nice with the two tone like this, lighter on the very top and bottom and darker on the doors hood, ect. I threw one pic in for fun< lol
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Man Sodell, that truck is awesome! I love it. Reason I'm doing the scheme I'm doing is because I wanted the F250 that came out like this but never could afford it....lol. I know it was a Ford... on the other hand, is there something you need to tell us?
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[Claytona08]

Also I love the fact that truck has the factory trim! Could be one of my favorites I have ever seen. Setx, it's hard trust me. I've thought about having them put them on so I can ride around town.....lol
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[Claytona08]

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Got a little work done on the truck this weekend. Also got the fender molding, mirror's and body molding removed.
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[77ChevySharkBite]

Looks good my man!!! The tear down has begun!!!!
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[Claytona08]

Oh and did I mention I added the 1/2"spacer under the driver side coil spring and replaced the shocks. Well one shock that is as I stripped the nut on the lower control arm. I have to get a tap to re thread it. I was so disappointed in myself for having that brain fart!
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[77ChevySharkBite]

Don't beat yourself up, it happens to the best of us!
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