85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett"

[rip2174]

Awesome. Really like the attention to detail.

[phillipm]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Before I quit for the night I wanted to take a look at the clock. I crawled under the dash to trace wires and discovered it was not plugged to what I what appears to be a ground strip.
I plugged it in and she runs smooth. I set the time and it keeps good time too. Now I need to replace or repair the sweep second hand when I restore the cluster and the dash will be working perfectly.

I've unplugged a few to keep them from draining the battery on vehicles that are driven rarely.. Nice job.

[rustytruck50]

Nice

[N2TRUX]

Times up! I'm leaving tomorrow for @c10sinthepark so Chris and I thrashed last night to get her back together. I assembled the dash trim panel while Chris installed the trim pieces that we had dyed. We double teamed the dash pad assembly and snugged it in place. The a/c vents and duct fought like mad but Chris tapped in and we kicked their ass too.

[N2TRUX]

I cleaned and painted the pedal assemblies and replaced the worn brake pedal pad. We gave the carpet a quick scrub down and called it done. Theres still so much more to do but Scarlett is back together for now.

[mcbassin]

Killer progress Ken! Hopefully, you'll be in Waxahachie tomorrow. I'll check it out if so.

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by LDO

Which paint on column? everything looks great!

I used VHT Primer and Krylon Cover Max satin black

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Killer progress Ken! Hopefully, you'll be in Waxahachie tomorrow. I'll check it out if so.

It's was a pleasure to meet you and the Oklahoma crew .

[rustytruck50]

Looks great!! Wish I could see it in person...

[UKNOWME]

Ken it was nice to meet you this weekend. Scarlett was looking nice!

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Ken it was nice to meet you this weekend. Scarlett was looking nice!

I met so many people at C10sinthe park that I am just now starting to put names with faces, and faces with trucks. I know we chatted, but I guess I didn't realize what truck was yours. Definitely my favorite 73-80 at the event.

[UKNOWME]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I met so many people at C10sinthe park that I am just now starting to put names with faces, and faces with trucks. I know we chatted, but I guess I didn't realize what truck was yours. Definitely my favorite 73-80 at the event.

Yes sir, I was with Gene Porter. Thank you very much. I appreciate the compliment.

[superdav]

How'd the tailgate band work out?

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by superdav

How'd the tailgate band work out?

It's hasn't yet. I realized it was going to be a tedious project so I set it aside and went without one. I am going to get back on it once I get my yard back in shape. We have company coming and my backyard went insane with all the rain we have had.

[PEDROSKI]

Good meeting you Ken, pictures don't do Scarlett justice.

I saw you roll in Uknowme but was busy running around. Hope yall both enjoyed yourselves and make it again next year!

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by rustytruck50

Looks great!! Wish I could see it in person...

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Ken it was nice to meet you this weekend. Scarlett was looking nice!

My pleasure. I met so many people this weekend and had a great time putting faces with names.

Originally Posted by PEDROSKI

Good meeting you Ken, pictures don't do Scarlett justice. I saw you roll in Uknowme but was busy running around. Hope yall both enjoyed yourselves and make it again next year!

Pedro it was pleasure to meet you and your family too. You guys had an amazing turn out and a truly successful event. I can't wait till next year.

[mcbassin]

Scarlett is a super nice truck Ken, I got the chance to look at all your hard work. Keep it up!

[N2TRUX]

We made it to @c10sinthepark despite some tire issues on the truck and trailer. We were very fortunate since we heard multiple stories of blow outs by others.

Chris and I met so many people and Scarlett was well received by all. Everyone was extremely complimentary and understood she still has a lot to be done before she is finished.

Thanks to everyone for the compliments and word's of encouragement. We hope she will be the Belle of the Ball once she is done.

[slowcpe]

Truck looked killer! It was nice meeting you and talking to everyone on the board. Definitely don't have that many trucks of your caliber up here in Indiana.

[aggie91]

Scarlett does look much better in person. Great to talk to you again. I agree, this event was a great success and will be returning next year. Thanks for taking the time to look over that tan/red truck I brought with me. Looks like it is going to become Owen's first C10 and the Sonoma will be sold to help fund the C10.

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Scarlett is a super nice truck Ken, I got the chance to look at all your hard work. Keep it up!

Thank you sir

Originally Posted by slowcpe

Truck looked killer! It was nice meeting you and talking to everyone on the board. Definitely don't have that many trucks of your caliber up here in Indiana.

My pleasure. I suggest you build one of your won and show them how its done.

Originally Posted by aggie91

Scarlett does look much better in person. Great to talk to you again. I agree, this event was a great success and will be returning next year. Thanks for taking the time to look over that tan/red truck I brought with me. Looks like it is going to become Owen's first C10 and the Sonoma will be sold to help fund the C10.

Karl it was great to chat with you and your son. I watched him light up as he told me the details on his build. You must be very proud to have a son that loves old trucks and knows how to build them.

That twotone you showed me is going to clean up nicely. If you need any info on parts, just let me know.

[NewType72]

Really digging that color combo, looks very subtle and not overdone (don't see many round here that optioned combo)

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by NewType72

Really digging that color combo, looks very subtle and not overdone (don't see many round here that optioned combo)

The victory red is correct for the truck and the two tone combo is as well. Its the "warm nickel metallic" that makes it a unique combo. Its not the correct color for the year, but looks much better that the medium charcoal that it started with

[Bowtied13]

I am absolutely loving the detail in this build! I found the thread just a few weeks ago and couldn't stop reading. My '84 definitely needs a makeover like this as well, especially since I believe the previous owner drove a lot on dirt roads. The frame rails are coated with dust and grime and anywhere dirt could pile up it's there, inches deep. Also grateful for the attention to detail and posting what paint and things you are using and where you buy your parts. It helps keep my budget build in mind as well. Beautiful truck sir!

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by Bowtied13

I am absolutely loving the detail in this build! I found the thread just a few weeks ago and couldn't stop reading. My '84 definitely needs a makeover like this as well, especially since I believe the previous owner drove a lot on dirt roads. The frame rails are coated with dust and grime and anywhere dirt could pile up it's there, inches deep. Also grateful for the attention to detail and posting what paint and things you are using and where you buy your parts. It helps keep my budget build in mind as well. Beautiful truck sir!

Thanks for the kind words. My wife calls me extremely frugal like its bad words. I started using economical alternatives when it was all I could afford.

These days with the cost of paint and supplies it just makes good sense (cents?) to use my methods in a hobby shop application. The key to it all is finding low priced equivalents to high priced products. I refuse to compromise the end results, but I have found there are practical alternatives if your willing to do some research.

One thing that is critical in my methods is never, ever compromise preparation. No matter what you spend on materials, proper prep is crucial to quality long lasting results. DO NOT cut corners or it absolutely will come back to bite you on the butt.

[N2TRUX]

Its time to get back on this project. I had planned to get started last weekend, but I had too much to do around the house. Now that I am somewhat caught up I plan to get going again.

I did score a part that I desperately needed. A buddy that has a nice collection of NOS parts offered me one of his GMC hood ornaments. It was exactly what I needed and at a very fair price considering how hard NOS parts are to find.