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CUSHE63 · 05-13-2011, 11:13 PM

In the home stretch....Cab Carpet, carpet gas tank cover, new lower woodgrain moldings........stainless sill plates.

VA72C10 · 05-13-2011, 11:23 PM

Fantastic!!! That's super AWESOME!

70LonghornCST · 05-13-2011, 11:52 PM

It's like stepping back in time and entering the showroom floor. Congrats on a sweet build!

mcbassin · 05-14-2011, 12:33 AM

What can I say? Amazing! you have totally restored this truck in short order. Hard to believe how fast you guys knocked it out.

CUSHE63 · 05-14-2011, 08:12 AM

Thanks guys for all the positive comments. It has been a long and sometimes bumpy road. Jon and I were working late last nite to get the moldings and carpet installed. While working on it I told Jon I was done for the nite.... and an hour and 1/2 later we went home........still need the tailgate band and upper tailgate moldings, and headliner...then it will be all together.

Steve

ChuckDriver · 05-14-2011, 08:55 AM

Beautiful truck!

RCbowtie69 · 05-16-2011, 08:50 PM

Looks like you are close to being done,it's sure is a nice truck & the interior trun out great,the lower trim has made the truck,good job

CUSHE63 · 05-22-2011, 08:06 PM

Headliner in...

67chevylongbed · 05-22-2011, 11:41 PM

Wow, that looks incredible! Great job...

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-23-2011, 03:44 PM

You guys, it keeps looking better every time I look at your thread! You guys should be proud!

RCbowtie69 · 05-28-2011, 01:14 PM

Very nice!!!! Keep on Truckin''

Mykkah · 06-29-2011, 08:22 PM

Gorgeous restoration! Is that a factory paint color? It looks close, but it looks like it's got metallic flake in it. Was that something that was available then? I'm looking to paint mine something like that as well and would love to know the paint code if you know it...

Thanks and great job again!

capev86 · 06-29-2011, 08:39 PM

i see you deviated from the factory options list on a couple items.

why anyone would go with those gawd-awful "sport" mirrors is beyond me. they'd be perfectly fine on a camaro, but they SUCK on my Burb. can't see a darn thing when i want to back up, change lanes, etc.

the original tripod mirrors looked to be in good shape....do you still have them (and willing to sell)? i think they are in nicer shape than the pair i already picked up for my truck.

***Josh*** · 06-30-2011, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by capev86

why anyone would go with those gawd-awful "sport" mirrors is beyond me. they'd be perfectly fine on a camaro, but they SUCK on my Burb. can't see a darn thing when i want to back up, change lanes, etc.

I have the CST mirrors on my 69, they are perfectly fine on a pickup and look a lot cleaner. I have a peep mirror on my panel, it sucks and would prefer a larger mirror but it works...

CUSHE63 · 06-30-2011, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by capev86

i see you deviated from the factory options list on a couple items.

why anyone would go with those gawd-awful "sport" mirrors is beyond me. they'd be perfectly fine on a camaro, but they SUCK on my Burb. can't see a darn thing when i want to back up, change lanes, etc.

the original tripod mirrors looked to be in good shape....do you still have them (and willing to sell)? i think they are in nicer shape than the pair i already picked up for my truck.

We like them.. on the trucks they are ok with them on. As far as the tripods, if you need them Jon will part with them. They are rusty on the arms that hold the mirror heads..but the stainless will clean up nice..

Steve

CUSHE63 · 06-30-2011, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Mykkah

Gorgeous restoration! Is that a factory paint color? It looks close, but it looks like it's got metallic flake in it. Was that something that was available then? I'm looking to paint mine something like that as well and would love to know the paint code if you know it...

Thanks and great job again!

Thanks so much. It is the factory paint color. The white is a little brighter white, but it is correct for the year. I will dig up the code for you.. It looks much cleaner with clear coat over the green.

Steve

CUSHE63 · 06-30-2011, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Mykkah

Gorgeous restoration! Is that a factory paint color? It looks close, but it looks like it's got metallic flake in it. Was that something that was available then? I'm looking to paint mine something like that as well and would love to know the paint code if you know it...

Thanks and great job again!

The paint code is 506 Dark Olive... it has metal flakes in it. That is standard from the factorty. And I might add it looks AWESOME !!!!

Steve

Mykkah · 07-28-2011, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CUSHE63

The paint code is 506 Dark Olive... it has metal flakes in it. That is standard from the factorty. And I might add it looks AWESOME !!!!

Steve

It does look AWESOME! I love the color and thanks for the info! Is the Metallic flake a part of the factory paint or did you add it to the paint?

You might have already said this somewhere previously in the post, but what did you guys do about all the surface rust on the frame, inside the doors and on the body which were in hard to reach areas? I'm thinking about blasting all that I can, but I also know I won't be able to reach everywhere... Did you use a self etching primer or anything? I'm on the fence about just buying new door skins since they're so cheap, but probably not the most economical route.

Thanks again for the paint code!

-Micah

VWBeamer · 06-29-2011, 10:06 PM

Nice build.

CUSHE63 · 06-30-2011, 10:44 PM

Senior Picture

67chevy1series · 06-30-2011, 10:48 PM

i like the truck and shirt!

teeitup · 01-21-2012, 01:49 PM

WOW you guys did a GREAT job on the truck!!!!!!! Congrats!!

mcbassin · 06-30-2011, 04:21 PM

The truck turned out great! you guys moved at a record pace on a first class restoration. Need more up to date pics...... BTW, personally I love the sport mirrors.

VA72C10 · 06-30-2011, 11:19 PM

Very cool senior picture. I'd take it over my cheesy pose showing off the class ring

bosco200 · 07-01-2011, 03:45 PM

The wood grain in the cab really makes the green look good!

05-13-2011, 11:13 PM	#1
CUSHE63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Wayne Indiana Posts: 252	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration In the home stretch....Cab Carpet, carpet gas tank cover, new lower woodgrain moldings........stainless sill plates. Attached Images

05-13-2011, 11:23 PM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Fantastic!!! That's super AWESOME! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

05-13-2011, 11:52 PM	#3
70LonghornCST Moderator Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 5,775	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration It's like stepping back in time and entering the showroom floor. Congrats on a sweet build! __________________ 2018 Chevy Crew Cab 2006 Impala SS 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury 1970 Chevy Longhorn Bucket Seats Shoulder Belts Front Tow Hooks Factory Air Factory Speedwarning, Tach & Vaccum Factory Tilt CST Package AM/FM Radio Bumper Guards Richard 70 Longhorn CST Build Adding an AM/FM Decal

05-14-2011, 12:33 AM	#4
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration What can I say? Amazing! you have totally restored this truck in short order. Hard to believe how fast you guys knocked it out. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

05-14-2011, 08:12 AM	#5
CUSHE63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Wayne Indiana Posts: 252	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Thanks guys for all the positive comments. It has been a long and sometimes bumpy road. Jon and I were working late last nite to get the moldings and carpet installed. While working on it I told Jon I was done for the nite.... and an hour and 1/2 later we went home........still need the tailgate band and upper tailgate moldings, and headliner...then it will be all together. Steve

05-14-2011, 08:55 AM	#6
ChuckDriver A320 Pilot/USAF Retired Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 2,622	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Beautiful truck! __________________ JJ My 1957 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334552 http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22037 Instagram - Chuckdriver57

05-16-2011, 08:50 PM	#7
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Looks like you are close to being done,it's sure is a nice truck & the interior trun out great,the lower trim has made the truck,good job __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

05-22-2011, 08:06 PM	#8
CUSHE63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Wayne Indiana Posts: 252	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Headliner in... Attached Images

05-22-2011, 11:41 PM	#9
67chevylongbed Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 576	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Wow, that looks incredible! Great job... __________________ Eric 1967 C10 LWB SOLD.... 1995 Ford F-250 4x4 Powerstroke, 342k "Each generation goes further than the generation preceding it because it stands on the shoulders of that generation. You will have opportunities beyond anything we've ever known." -Ronald Reagan

05-23-2011, 03:44 PM	#10
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration You guys, it keeps looking better every time I look at your thread! You guys should be proud! __________________ 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.*

05-28-2011, 01:14 PM	#11
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Very nice!!!! Keep on Truckin'' __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

06-29-2011, 08:22 PM	#12
Mykkah Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 5	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Gorgeous restoration! Is that a factory paint color? It looks close, but it looks like it's got metallic flake in it. Was that something that was available then? I'm looking to paint mine something like that as well and would love to know the paint code if you know it... Thanks and great job again!

06-29-2011, 08:39 PM	#13
capev86 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Eliot, Maine Posts: 1,314	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration i see you deviated from the factory options list on a couple items. why anyone would go with those gawd-awful "sport" mirrors is beyond me. they'd be perfectly fine on a camaro, but they SUCK on my Burb. can't see a darn thing when i want to back up, change lanes, etc. the original tripod mirrors looked to be in good shape....do you still have them (and willing to sell)? i think they are in nicer shape than the pair i already picked up for my truck.

06-29-2011, 10:06 PM	#19
VWBeamer Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: GA Posts: 281	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Nice build.

06-30-2011, 10:44 PM	#20
CUSHE63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Wayne Indiana Posts: 252	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Senior Picture Attached Images



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06-30-2011, 10:48 PM	#21
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration i like the truck and shirt!

01-21-2012, 01:49 PM	#22
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration WOW you guys did a GREAT job on the truck!!!!!!! Congrats!! __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

06-30-2011, 04:21 PM	#23
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration The truck turned out great! you guys moved at a record pace on a first class restoration. Need more up to date pics...... BTW, personally I love the sport mirrors. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

06-30-2011, 11:19 PM	#24
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration Very cool senior picture. I'd take it over my cheesy pose showing off the class ring __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-01-2011, 03:45 PM	#25
bosco200 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ste. Genevieve, MO Posts: 526	Re: 1972 Cheyenne Restoration The wood grain in the cab really makes the green look good!

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