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Rokcrln · 01-09-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 71tahoe

Maybe it should be K E V R O L E T

ebfabman · 01-09-2009, 10:11 PM

Hey XXL, these are the lines I see when I look at these trucks......I stole the pic from the galleries page. Kevin sorry about stinkin up your build thread...you want I should delete???

XXL · 01-09-2009, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ebfabman

Hey XXL, these are the lines I see when I look at these trucks......

Like I said, you do great metal work... but you're seeing lines that aren't there.

What's great about customizing is that anyone can do anything they like. It doesn't have to make sense, be aesthetically pleasing, or appeal to others. There are, however, entire schools and automotive design centers dedicated to "proper" visual balance, vanishing points, perspective, and other established design mechanisms. I am NOT formally trained in this area, but do have considerable product design experience, as well as a bit of a passion for personal study of 'forms.'

/another 2 cents

Frizzle Fry · 01-10-2009, 01:02 AM

ebfabman's install is probably about the best pt handle install possible. Damn nice job. I'll reserve judgement on the overall look untill I see one done on a finished truck. So Kevin, any second thoughts after seeing his install?

Rokcrln · 01-10-2009, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by ebfabman

Hey XXL, these are the lines I see when I look at these trucks......I stole the pic from the galleries page. Kevin sorry about stinkin up your build thread...you want I should delete???

No please keep it!

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Originally Posted by XXL

It doesn't have to make sense, be aesthetically pleasing, or appeal to others.
/another 2 cents

I agree 100%, like wedge chops. I think they are one of the worst things you can do to one of these trucks but if an owner likes it I am all for him or her doing one.

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

ebfabman's install is probably about the best pt handle install possible. Damn nice job. I'll reserve judgement on the overall look untill I see one done on a finished truck. So Kevin, any second thoughts after seeing his install?

The fence is not ready to fall yet. Right now I am looking forward to the END (

) of this project, not so much getting into it.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

XXL · 01-10-2009, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Rokcrln

I agree 100%, like wedge chops. I think they are one of the worst things you can do to one of these trucks but if an owner likes it I am all for him or her doing one.

Feels like a bit of lashing out, but touché... and still agreed. You'll notice that, even in those cases, the visual cues are still linear, though not parallel.

Rokcrln · 01-10-2009, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by XXL

Feels like a bit of lashing out, but touché... and still agreed. You'll notice that, even in those cases, the visual cues are still linear, though not parallel.

No lashing, just in good fun. You are right about allot of what you have said but it still comes down to personal preference. AT the end of the day it's all about what you like and want to do. I value your opinion as well as most of the others on this site, you can do it so I don't mind your thoughts on it. What gets me are the guys that slam others work when they can't even find the muffler bearing on their own truck

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 01-10-2009, 08:35 PM

Here is some of todays Tahoe progress. jugernot came over for the day to play and we pulled the 72 front end off and replaced it with a 67 unit I had stashed in the attic. Then Jugernot stripped the paint and bondo off the pass side doors as I Tigged up the drivers side quarter. We also took a small break before lunch and went and flew a small RC Plain I picked up this week to see if I still remembered how to fly after 20yrs of not.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

VA72C10 · 01-10-2009, 08:41 PM

I really like the 67 front end on a burb/tahoe. Looks great!

RJGeister · 01-10-2009, 08:47 PM

Looking good as it usually does. Keep it up.

toomanytoyz · 01-10-2009, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

I really like the 67 front end on a burb/tahoe. Looks great!

x 2, Definate Good Use of the Clip...........

Rick

turbojunker · 01-13-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

ebfabman's install is probably about the best pt handle install possible. Damn nice job. I'll reserve judgement on the overall look untill I see one done on a finished truck. So Kevin, any second thoughts after seeing his install?

To me, the PT handles would look great on a 60-66.

I saw an H3 in traffic today and the door handles on those are similar in design, but more squared off. I don't know the scale of them compared to a Suburban, or if they're pushbutton or not.

ftgauto · 01-13-2009, 10:32 PM

Dude, that's an awesome job!!! Looks Great!!!!!

Bob 68327 · 01-13-2009, 11:40 PM

Lookin Good !! That clip looks great but I'm biased

Bob

67ChevyRedneck · 01-14-2009, 01:08 AM

A 67 clip just looks "right" on EVERYTHING!!!

Does this mean you'll be shaving the markers too?

Rokcrln · 01-14-2009, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

A 67 clip just looks "right" on EVERYTHING!!!

Does this mean you'll be shaving the markers too?

Not sure yet.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 01-14-2009, 08:08 PM

Well not allot of progress but some still the same. I have the rear quarters finished and will start on the wheel/door opening in the next day or so. Then I have some metal finishing to do before I can lay on the DP48L epoxy sealer.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

LUV2XCLR8 · 01-14-2009, 08:20 PM

I like that nose, keep it that way so I do not have to
change anything if I end up owning it in the future

texanidiot25 · 01-14-2009, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by turbojunker

To me, the PT handles would look great on a 60-66.

I saw an H3 in traffic today and the door handles on those are similar in design, but more squared off. I don't know the scale of them compared to a Suburban, or if they're pushbutton or not.

H3s are like all other GM trucks, their pull handles. You could make it work I'd imagine, I'll have to look at the escalade one I have at my dad's this weekend. GM is cheap and uses the same design on many handles.

Ackattack · 01-14-2009, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Rokcrln

I use a DA after I go over it with a 3" right angle air grinder with a woven disk. It removes paint quick and does not dig into the metal. They do not work good on filler so if I have much to remove I will use a 36 grit disk disk on the air grinder until I can see shadows of the metal under it then swap back to the woven disk and finish it off with 180 grit on the DA. I don't know if it is faster or not then stripper but way less toxic and I can start a panel and just stop for the night. If you use stripper you can not stop until you finish that area, wash it and clean up all the mess.
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got a picture of this woven disk and a good place to get them?

Rokcrln · 01-14-2009, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Ackattack

got a picture of this woven disk and a good place to get them?

I get them from Napa Auto parts for about $0.35 ea (off brand not 3M) they are also called scotch Brite disks I believe.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

jugernot · 01-15-2009, 12:15 AM

Kevin,

Did you get the text message I sent the other day? I spoke to the person I left a message with and he said that you are good to go.

texanidiot25 · 01-15-2009, 12:27 AM

Very sneaky sounding...

Rokcrln · 01-15-2009, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by jugernot

Kevin,

Did you get the text message I sent the other day? I spoke to the person I left a message with and he said that you are good to go.

Yes I did but I don't know how to send them back and I figured you were busy saving the world so I didn't call back.
Thanks we owe you another burger!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 01-15-2009, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by texanidiot25

Very sneaky sounding...

Nope we are just checking into taking a Tahoe and stretching it into a Burb

Kevin
LFD Inc.

01-09-2009, 10:11 PM	#252
ebfabman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 2,489	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Hey XXL, these are the lines I see when I look at these trucks......I stole the pic from the galleries page. Kevin sorry about stinkin up your build thread...you want I should delete??? Attached Images

01-10-2009, 01:02 AM	#254
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build ebfabman's install is probably about the best pt handle install possible. Damn nice job. I'll reserve judgement on the overall look untill I see one done on a finished truck. So Kevin, any second thoughts after seeing his install?

01-10-2009, 08:35 PM	#258
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Here is some of todays Tahoe progress. jugernot came over for the day to play and we pulled the 72 front end off and replaced it with a 67 unit I had stashed in the attic. Then Jugernot stripped the paint and bondo off the pass side doors as I Tigged up the drivers side quarter. We also took a small break before lunch and went and flew a small RC Plain I picked up this week to see if I still remembered how to fly after 20yrs of not. Kevin LFD Inc.

01-10-2009, 08:41 PM	#259
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build I really like the 67 front end on a burb/tahoe. Looks great! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-10-2009, 08:47 PM	#260
RJGeister Retired Air Force 87-09 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bonaire, Georgia 31005 Posts: 284	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Looking good as it usually does. Keep it up.

01-13-2009, 10:32 PM	#263
ftgauto Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ft. Gibson OK Posts: 86	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Dude, that's an awesome job!!! Looks Great!!!!!

01-13-2009, 11:40 PM	#264
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Lookin Good !! That clip looks great but I'm biased Bob __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

01-14-2009, 01:08 AM	#265
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build A 67 clip just looks "right" on EVERYTHING!!! Does this mean you'll be shaving the markers too? __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

01-14-2009, 08:08 PM	#267
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Well not allot of progress but some still the same. I have the rear quarters finished and will start on the wheel/door opening in the next day or so. Then I have some metal finishing to do before I can lay on the DP48L epoxy sealer. Kevin LFD Inc.

01-14-2009, 08:20 PM	#268
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,482	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build I like that nose, keep it that way so I do not have to change anything if I end up owning it in the future __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

01-15-2009, 12:15 AM	#272
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Kevin, Did you get the text message I sent the other day? I spoke to the person I left a message with and he said that you are good to go. __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082

01-15-2009, 12:27 AM	#273
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Very sneaky sounding...



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