Project Vitamin C-10

[pdxhall]

The idea of drilling into that awsome paint job would have me a nervous wreck, but looking at what you've done so far I'm sure you'll do a great job.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by 198plus

Alan when you get yours drilled and everything works out good for you, come on to the shop and do mine

Just add it too your list of things I need to do. Wiring, bed and trim.

Originally Posted by Strodder

Drilling those holes looks scary. Good luck. One question though, why didn't you drill the holes before you painted it? I would leave it like it is. Just my 2 cents.

I wanted everything bolted in place so I can line it up. My bed and cab already have holes from the factory.

Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

those levels are handy, I used one to get the top line straight on my 60 build.

Yes it does an awesome job. I like the adjusters on it to adjust the angle of the beam.

Originally Posted by daverod

Here kitty kitty. Trucks going to look even better Alan. Good luck. Not as if anyone would see a couple extra holes anyway.

Thanks Dave.

Originally Posted by pdxhall

The idea of drilling into that awsome paint job would have me a nervous wreck, but looking at what you've done so far I'm sure you'll do a great job.

Nothing but a thing. Once I drill them I'll touch the edge of the holes up with some paint. I know the clips will do some scratching going in.

Spent 7 hours today priming, repairing, priming and painting the bottom of the hood. It's still has a few pings in it, but might not be noticeable once mounted. I might go back and paint the top tomorrow. I've got 3 weeks to get it ready for our 3rd annual board get together "Chewin' the Fat" and cruise afterwards.

[Strodder]

Looks great Alan.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Strodder

Looks great Alan.

Other than spraying the hood I got the wipers working (thanks ray_mcavoy ). It was driving me crazy I couldn't get the wipers to work when installed in the truck. I had the switch out of the dash making it easier to test. I needed to ground the switch. Why didn't I think of that?

I also got the front turn signals put together. Going with a clear lense and amber bulb.

[daverod]

Those things are shinny.

[Palf70Step]

Doing good.Alan.If you want some more practice, come on down and shoot my 70

[cjracing15]

Another Fab job Alan. I soooo wish we did not live so far apart. I want to lay eyes on this truck bad! One of these days.

[Strodder]

LOVE IT

[C@rnut001]

Awesome! Congrats to laying some paint on that hood! Keep it up, you are getting there!

[65Custom]

I see you been really busy, Hood looks great, glad to see you got the noise in the engine fixed.

Looking forward to seeing it at the BBQ

[flips72]

that looks great, very glad that you got the hood back in shape, cant wait to see it on the truck.

[duallyjams]

I like the hood being painted the same color on both sides, those parking lights are going to look really good.Make sure you get a pick at chew n the fat.

[66ChevyMax]

Awesome work, now bolt that sucker on.
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[LowDown]

Alan I was wondering how many hours you have into welding up that seam and bodywork on the hood.

Best looking gmc hood I've seen yet!

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Doing good.Alan.If you want some more practice, come on down and shoot my 70

I would love to if you were closer.

Originally Posted by cjracing15

Another Fab job Alan. I soooo wish we did not live so far apart. I want to lay eyes on this truck bad! One of these days.

Maybe some day we can meet up.

Originally Posted by Strodder

LOVE IT

Originally Posted by C@rnut001

Awesome! Congrats to laying some paint on that hood! Keep it up, you are getting there!

Thanks, "One thing at a time" right?

Originally Posted by 65Custom

I see you been really busy, Hood looks great, glad to see you got the noise in the engine fixed.

Looking forward to seeing it at the BBQ

Worked about 10 hours this weekend. It's got some flaws, more than I want. It still looks good. Gonna do another shake down run when I take it to work this week. If it makes it there and back my confidence will be a little higher.

Originally Posted by flips72

that looks great, very glad that you got the hood back in shape, cant wait to see it on the truck.

Thanks and me too.

Originally Posted by duallyjams

I like the hood being painted the same color on both sides, those parking lights are going to look really good.Make sure you get a pick at chew n the fat.

Thanks, and you can count on the pics. There is a lot of orange, but I like it.

Originally Posted by 66ChevyMax

Awesome work, now bolt that sucker on.
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Thanks and I hope to install it this week.

Originally Posted by LowDown

Alan I was wondering how many hours you have into welding up that seam and bodywork on the hood.

Best looking gmc hood I've seen yet!

It will be a total WAG, most of the repair was due to the blaster damage. Due to that total labor is about 50+ hours. Wlding and grinding the seam took about 3 hours. Filler work around the seam was 4-5 hrs. BTW thanks for the comments.

[Alan's Classic]

Not a good day as far as progress. I sanded the hood and put 3 coats of clear on it. It slicked out nice, but as it dried it died back. (2nd pic) I don't understand why it happens and have heard different stories why. I've never had it happen to me until now. I was hoping to bolt it on soon. i will either buff it or sand and clear. Repainting will be faster unless it happens again. Outside in the sun you can't see the die back cause it's so bright.

I also took the truck for another 7 mile journey. It was half way warmed up and started to pull up a small hill and it started popping thru the exhaust. It's more of a crack sound. I turned around and went to the house. It never did it again. So i went back out and continued the trip. The crack/pop sound when not warmed up is confussing me. Ronnie has suggested try a different carb.

I also got the peep mirrors and installed tonight.

[C@rnut001]

Your paint might be looking different due to differences in temperature and weather conditions from when the other paint was done. Also, your popping/cracking problem, what carburetor do you have on it now? It could be your issue. What are you running for your fuel pump? I would just check over everything and also check your filters and inlets to your carb, as I have seen things restrict fuel flow after new trucks/cars are put together (from cutting lines, etc.). Good luck with sorting out your paint and the popping issue with the engine.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by C@rnut001

Your paint might be looking different due to differences in temperature and weather conditions from when the other paint was done. Also, your popping/cracking problem, what carburetor do you have on it now? It could be your issue. What are you running for your fuel pump? I would just check over everything and also check your filters and inlets to your carb, as I have seen things restrict fuel flow after new trucks/cars are put together (from cutting lines, etc.). Good luck with sorting out your paint and the popping issue with the engine.

Thanks for the input. I painted the top side with 2 coats of PPG single stage using 884 hardener and 872 reducer this past Sunday (yesterday) then sanded and cleared today with 8152 clear can't remember the hardener number and 872 reducer all mixed 3:1:1. Maybe it was too soon. I did the same thing to my bed if I remember correctly. The weather conditions were the same the past 2 days.

I'm running a Eldebrock 1406 or 1407, which ever is the 750.

[Strodder]

I don't see what your talking about in the second picture. What's died back? Your popping can be an exhaust leak when cold, combined with a lean carb. Isn't a 750 carb too big for a 400ci though? Is it popping on decel, or acceleration? Other possibilities could be a sticking exhaust valve, or ignition problem. Not sayin that I know it all, but just giving you some ideas.

[shrunken66stroker]

Quick paint question: When you say, "sanded and cleared" do you mean you sanded the base coat before spraying clear to flatten it or you were out of the recoat window for your base since you cleared it the next day, so you had to sand for the clear to stick?

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Strodder

I don't see what your talking about in the second picture. What's died back? Your popping can be an exhaust leak when cold, combined with a lean carb. Isn't a 750 carb too big for a 400ci though? Is it popping on decel, or acceleration? Other possibilities could be a sticking exhaust valve, or ignition problem. Not sayin that I know it all, but just giving you some ideas.

Died back= lost shine with a slight peel look.

Most recommend a 750 cfm, but want to do the carb calculator on holley's web site. I'm sure I've already did this 12 years ago. I will double check.

Thanks for the other inputs.

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

Quick paint question: When you say, "sanded and cleared" do you mean you sanded the base coat before spraying clear to flatten it or you were out of the recoat window for your base since you cleared it the next day, so you had to sand for the clear to stick?

No base involved. Sprayed single stage sunday and came back the next day sanded and cleared. I'm thinking the single stage was too green, but I'm not a professional painter.

[4dranch]

I'm not a professional painter.

Whatever,,,,,

Alan nice job. My only question to you on your whole build is why did you take your hood to that other fellow in the first place? not trying to be a smart butt. just wondering.

[awbrown]

Alan , a vacuum gage mounted where you can see it would help diagnose the popping , maybe a few wires need to be seperated or maybe it is loosing electrical power for a split second ...anyways the hood looks like it was done by a professional , now next time just do it yourself , you have proved it many times over ... you are the man!!!

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by 4dranch

I'm not a professional painter.

Whatever,,,,,

Alan nice job. My only question to you on your whole build is why did you take your hood to that other fellow in the first place? not trying to be a smart butt. just wondering.

At the time I wasn't confident of my metal shrinking abilities. Especially when both sides are visible. I did learn some things from the old guy. He taught me a few things about shrinking metal and it paid off in my abilities to do the job my self. Yes I feel he created more work for me, but I not only learned some tips from him I also realized I don't need help in that area anymore. Don't get me wrong I can always learn something.

Originally Posted by awbrown

Alan , a vacuum gage mounted where you can see it would help diagnose the popping , maybe a few wires need to be seperated or maybe it is loosing electrical power for a split second ...anyways the hood looks like it was done by a professional , now next time just do it yourself , you have proved it many times over ... you are the man!!!

Thanks for the comments and input. I'll keep the vac guage handy. I was thinking the dizzy is going crazy, along with a few other things.

I'm not the man, Just another squirrel trying to find a nut.



I noticed yesterday during my short drive that the speedo reads 60 and feels like 40-50. I'll get my dashboard app on my iphone and see what it really is. I'll have to do some research to see what gear I need.

I sanded and buffed the hood tonight. It buffed out pretty nice.

[likaroc13]

looks great, Alan....can't wait to see it installed!