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silvertonguedevil · 05-10-2005, 08:21 PM

Tennessee? Nooo problem!! They work for beer!!

68w/sbc406 · 05-10-2005, 08:26 PM

and you didnt call me to help??? i am a good supervisor

Swbman · 05-10-2005, 08:29 PM

Always cool to have a few buddies to lend a couple of helping hands.

silvertonguedevil · 05-10-2005, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 68w/sbc406

and you didnt call me to help??? i am a good supervisor

I didn't figure you would want to travel the many miles from the east side of town to the west side. I will call you when it's time to put it back on the frame!!

68w/sbc406 · 05-10-2005, 08:49 PM

Sweet!!!

Joe67 · 05-10-2005, 09:45 PM

Great pics, something about seeing these cabs in the bed of these trucks that looks cool

silvertonguedevil · 05-10-2005, 09:55 PM

I agree!

mrwilmoth · 05-10-2005, 11:18 PM

anyone know of someone that does this is california?

68LSS1 · 05-11-2005, 12:04 AM

I had my cab dipped and was very happy with the results. I don't think getting it sealed up again will be a problem as you can pretty easily get seam sealer every where it was originally. I paid $775 last year so the price seems comparable. The only thing that would be even better would be to get it epoxy dipped after but their is no one any where around me that does this.

68c10owner · 05-11-2005, 01:53 AM

There is a place in Windsor ,CA called Nor-Cal metal strip that dips bodys. The only thing I did`nt like was when the guy told me I had to remove all of the body filler and seam sealer. I did`nt ask him why since he was being a jerk about the whole thing anyway. post some "after" pics. I`m curious how it looks after the dip.

phlegm · 05-11-2005, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by silvertonguedevil

I did not do anything to the cab (as far as bracing goes). I stripped it down to the bare bones and hauled it in. They tie ropes around the four pillars and dunk it in the tank. It shouldn't do anything to the body at all.

I have read on other post it is important to brace the cab so that when stripped it does not come out of shape, is that only for more intrusive methods like blasting?

ST, what are your plans for the other body parts of the truck? More traditional methods?

silvertonguedevil · 05-11-2005, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phlegm

I have read on other post it is important to brace the cab so that when stripped it does not come out of shape, is that only for more intrusive methods like blasting?

ST, what are your plans for the other body parts of the truck? More traditional methods?

I've never heard anything like that. I sure hope that's not the case!

I plan on having the inside/underside of the bed, fenders, hood, etc blasted and then take down the outside of 'em with a DA. The rest of the truck is pretty straight and rust-free.

bouncytruck · 05-11-2005, 11:23 AM

I've thought about dipping my '69 tub, but I thought it was more expensive than that. I'm guessing a Blazer tub would be more, but probably not as bad as I guessed.

Definately keep us informed. I'm very currious how well it does on any bond, rust, etc.

silvertonguedevil · 05-11-2005, 11:53 AM

A whole car body runs right at about $1000 so I would imagine your tub would be about the same if not less.

smokekiki · 05-11-2005, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phlegm

I have read on other post it is important to brace the cab so that when stripped it does not come out of shape, is that only for more intrusive methods like blasting?

ST, what are your plans for the other body parts of the truck? More traditional methods?

Never herd that about chemical stripping.Sand blasting can very easily warp panels beyond repair.

SCOTI · 05-11-2005, 12:21 PM

Please get lots of pics when you get it back so everyone can understand the process a little better & see the results.

**D.PASSMORE** · 05-11-2005, 07:08 PM

Here is a few pictures of a door and tailgate that i had dipped. I sprayed them with OSPHO, green pad sanded, epoxy primed. Did the metal work at a later date. With cabs, you got to have access to the inside of the metal. It can be spayed with a liquidy wash primer or primer with the right kind of spray wands and a rotissurie is a plus. I wish our acid dip shop had a primer dip that thet offered. For more information, get a hold ED at MOTHERTRUCKERS.

shifty · 05-11-2005, 11:45 PM

i was just about to say - i know Ed @ Mothertruckers does this kind of work. I was talking to him about it when I ordered my dynomax headers from him a couple weeks back. when i get my suspension right and a more reliable engine in the truck and i'm ready for body work (i'm a ways off - 1 or 2 years), i'm hoping to drag my cab down to him to be worked on.

hexafamily · 05-12-2005, 09:11 AM

I used this process when I restored my Buick 20 years ago. Took the whole front clip down and had it dipped in pieces. Even found pin hole rust that I didn't know existed in the fenders. Cleans every thing up real good. Takes everything off (rust, putty, paint, etc). Would highly recommend it, but can't find anybody around here that does it anymore. Environmental laws are becoming so strict that people just don't want to mess with it.

chickenwing · 05-12-2005, 04:19 PM

Stingray made a post about corrosion protection. I found it interesting. Might want to pm him for more details. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...7&postcount=16

silvertonguedevil · 05-23-2005, 09:10 PM

I got it back. Here is the link for the pics...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=157115

05-10-2005, 08:21 PM	#26
silvertonguedevil Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seaside, Oregon Posts: 1,789	Tennessee? Nooo problem!! They work for beer!! __________________ -Greg My Chevy trucks, past and present: 1962 C10 SB Fleetside 1964 C10 LB Fleetside BBW 1966 C10 SB Fleetside 1966 C10 SB Fleetside BBW 1968 C10 SB Fleetside 1971 C10 LB Fleetside 1971 C10 SB Fleetside 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1972 C10 LB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1974 C20 Cheyenne 1979 K5 Blazer Cheyenne 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Custom Deluxe 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Scottsdale 1986 C10 SB Fleetside Silverado 2008 Silverado 1500 4x4

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05-10-2005, 08:29 PM	#28
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05-10-2005, 08:49 PM	#30
68w/sbc406 Got Light Emitting Diode? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 2,485	Sweet!!! __________________ 1968 1/2 ton 2wd lwb 6 lug disc and bags up front. Next c notch and rear bags '02 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab short bed 2WD 5/7 drop on 22's(the family car) 1993 Cherokee work ride/weekend wheeler

05-10-2005, 09:45 PM	#31
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Great pics, something about seeing these cabs in the bed of these trucks that looks cool __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

05-10-2005, 09:55 PM	#32
silvertonguedevil Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seaside, Oregon Posts: 1,789	I agree! __________________ -Greg My Chevy trucks, past and present: 1962 C10 SB Fleetside 1964 C10 LB Fleetside BBW 1966 C10 SB Fleetside 1966 C10 SB Fleetside BBW 1968 C10 SB Fleetside 1971 C10 LB Fleetside 1971 C10 SB Fleetside 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1972 C10 LB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1974 C20 Cheyenne 1979 K5 Blazer Cheyenne 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Custom Deluxe 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Scottsdale 1986 C10 SB Fleetside Silverado 2008 Silverado 1500 4x4

05-10-2005, 11:18 PM	#33
mrwilmoth Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: san bernardino, ca Posts: 240	anyone know of someone that does this is california?

05-11-2005, 12:04 AM	#34
68LSS1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,191	I had my cab dipped and was very happy with the results. I don't think getting it sealed up again will be a problem as you can pretty easily get seam sealer every where it was originally. I paid $775 last year so the price seems comparable. The only thing that would be even better would be to get it epoxy dipped after but their is no one any where around me that does this. __________________ '68 Short Step LS1/T56, Hydratech, Fatman Fabrications Stage III, Baer, Hot Rods to Hell, US Body, S&W, etc

05-11-2005, 01:53 AM	#35
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,011	There is a place in Windsor ,CA called Nor-Cal metal strip that dips bodys. The only thing I did`nt like was when the guy told me I had to remove all of the body filler and seam sealer. I did`nt ask him why since he was being a jerk about the whole thing anyway. post some "after" pics. I`m curious how it looks after the dip. __________________ Anthony

05-11-2005, 11:23 AM	#38
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I've thought about dipping my '69 tub, but I thought it was more expensive than that. I'm guessing a Blazer tub would be more, but probably not as bad as I guessed. Definately keep us informed. I'm very currious how well it does on any bond, rust, etc. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

05-11-2005, 11:53 AM	#39
silvertonguedevil Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seaside, Oregon Posts: 1,789	A whole car body runs right at about $1000 so I would imagine your tub would be about the same if not less. __________________ -Greg My Chevy trucks, past and present: 1962 C10 SB Fleetside 1964 C10 LB Fleetside BBW 1966 C10 SB Fleetside 1966 C10 SB Fleetside BBW 1968 C10 SB Fleetside 1971 C10 LB Fleetside 1971 C10 SB Fleetside 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1972 C10 LB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1974 C20 Cheyenne 1979 K5 Blazer Cheyenne 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Custom Deluxe 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Scottsdale 1986 C10 SB Fleetside Silverado 2008 Silverado 1500 4x4

05-11-2005, 12:21 PM	#41
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05-11-2005, 07:08 PM	#42
D.PASSMORE One of the First Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: St. Augustine,FL. Posts: 4,059	Acid Dip Here is a few pictures of a door and tailgate that i had dipped. I sprayed them with OSPHO, green pad sanded, epoxy primed. Did the metal work at a later date. With cabs, you got to have access to the inside of the metal. It can be spayed with a liquidy wash primer or primer with the right kind of spray wands and a rotissurie is a plus. I wish our acid dip shop had a primer dip that thet offered. For more information, get a hold ED at MOTHERTRUCKERS. Attached Images __________________ DAVID PASSMORE ST AUGUSTINE ,FL ZIP 32084 '71 SWB K/10 CUSTOM DELUXE (Chili) '72 BLAZER K/5 Muscle Truck (Mule) '72 LWB K/20 CHEYENNE (Blackie)

05-11-2005, 11:45 PM	#43
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,373	i was just about to say - i know Ed @ Mothertruckers does this kind of work. I was talking to him about it when I ordered my dynomax headers from him a couple weeks back. when i get my suspension right and a more reliable engine in the truck and i'm ready for body work (i'm a ways off - 1 or 2 years), i'm hoping to drag my cab down to him to be worked on. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

05-12-2005, 09:11 AM	#44
hexafamily Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lee's Summit MO 64086 (Kansas City) Posts: 128	I used this process when I restored my Buick 20 years ago. Took the whole front clip down and had it dipped in pieces. Even found pin hole rust that I didn't know existed in the fenders. Cleans every thing up real good. Takes everything off (rust, putty, paint, etc). Would highly recommend it, but can't find anybody around here that does it anymore. Environmental laws are becoming so strict that people just don't want to mess with it. __________________ Thanks Don '57 Chevy Nomad '70 Buick GSX '72 Cheyene (Boys' truck)



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05-12-2005, 04:19 PM	#45
chickenwing Lovin' Life in Miss.! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, Mississippi Posts: 1,937	Stingray made a post about corrosion protection. I found it interesting. Might want to pm him for more details. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...7&postcount=16 __________________ The truck... you hear that? No really, you did hear that?!!!

05-23-2005, 09:10 PM	#46
silvertonguedevil Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seaside, Oregon Posts: 1,789	I got it back. Here is the link for the pics... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=157115 __________________ -Greg My Chevy trucks, past and present: 1962 C10 SB Fleetside 1964 C10 LB Fleetside BBW 1966 C10 SB Fleetside 1966 C10 SB Fleetside BBW 1968 C10 SB Fleetside 1971 C10 LB Fleetside 1971 C10 SB Fleetside 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne 1972 C10 SB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1972 C10 LB Fleetside Cheyenne Super 1974 C20 Cheyenne 1979 K5 Blazer Cheyenne 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Custom Deluxe 1982 K10 SB Fleetside Scottsdale 1986 C10 SB Fleetside Silverado 2008 Silverado 1500 4x4

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