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**Captainfab** · 05-02-2010, 01:13 AM

Welcome to the forum Andy

Good job on your truck.

I'd agree with protrash64 on the lowering. Another thing you could do for the rear is the Jeep Wrangler spring swap.

Sillyoldman · 05-02-2010, 09:22 AM

Wow that turned out nice. Is the base coat a red primer or paint? I've never painted before, but am thinking about it on my '63.

andyspinstriping · 05-05-2010, 01:37 AM

The red coat is some red oxide primer. I laid it down and while it was still wet I put the green topcoat on so it would look better when I sanded through it!

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Originally Posted by Sillyoldman

Wow that turned out nice. Is the base coat a red primer or paint? I've never painted before, but am thinking about it on my '63.

NF65Fleetside · 05-05-2010, 01:47 AM

cool paint scheme! really nice work and truck...theres an actual old city truck a block over from me, its a 64-66' with appleton light, heavy duty bumper and everything....never see it move from the street but its got current registration! keep us posted!

Bazooka · 05-05-2010, 03:53 AM

Turned out really good man...

I couldnt help but think of Smokey Bear while looking at your truck.

"only you can prevent wildfires"

Shaky · 05-05-2010, 06:51 PM

Reminds me of the logo on my brother's '45 Dodge Powerwagon fire department "brush truck"

andyspinstriping · 05-05-2010, 08:46 PM

Thank you for sharing pics of your brothers truck! I love it! It is so cool to see some original trucks out there!!!

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Originally Posted by Shaky

Reminds me of the logo on my brother's '45 Dodge Powerwagon fire department "brush truck"

Shaky · 05-06-2010, 02:50 PM

Well - not sure about what's original. It's actually a '53 (his other one was a '45, I forgot). It did a stint in Vietnam and then came back stateside and was modified by a fire department to the configuration you see here. I don't think the fire department put a lot of miles on it.

bubba327 · 05-06-2010, 09:55 PM

Andy -- Nice job on the paint -- Very cool -- welcome aboard from Idaho

andyspinstriping · 05-06-2010, 10:39 PM

Thank you very much!

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Originally Posted by bubba327

Andy -- Nice job on the paint -- Very cool -- welcome aboard from Idaho

tcb-1 · 05-06-2010, 10:43 PM

sick, simply SICK!!!! looooove it! I too had a US Forestry service substation in my hometown and always loved those green rigs.

great work.

andyspinstriping · 05-06-2010, 10:47 PM

I hear you bro...that green is so ugly it's pretty!

Thanks for the compliment on my truck!

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Originally Posted by tcb-1

sick, simply SICK!!!! looooove it! I too had a US Forestry service substation in my hometown and always loved those green rigs.

great work.

markeb01 · 05-06-2010, 10:51 PM

Great job, and on a very straight truck. It's nice to see trucks built to use, rather than just to wax and polish.

andyspinstriping · 05-06-2010, 10:56 PM

I am completely against building useless vehicles! If your not going to drive it why build the damn thing? Haha...no waxing on this one, that might protect the paint!

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Great job, and on a very straight truck. It's nice to see trucks built to use, rather than just to wax and polish.

Iron-Butt · 05-07-2010, 03:07 AM

Nice truck.

65ChevyUtah · 07-12-2010, 07:13 PM

I have seen your truck around town a few times as well as the Steel Days car show. My wife and I love seeing it around town !

bird7263 · 07-12-2010, 09:31 PM

Love this truck. I grew up in the Mt. Hood National Forest, still live close and see these trucks new and old all the time. Thanks for the tribute. You did a killer job. Might hit you up soon when I find my next project for some paint tips.

andyspinstriping · 07-12-2010, 11:53 PM

Thank you thank you for the compliments!

So which truck is yours?

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Originally Posted by 65ChevyUtah

I have seen your truck around town a few times as well as the Steel Days car show. My wife and I love seeing it around town !

elwoods76 · 07-13-2010, 12:20 AM

Awesome truck! Looked great at Steel Days Saturday!!

1LoC10 · 07-13-2010, 09:18 AM

awesome truck, good job

panelrodder81 · 07-13-2010, 12:22 PM

Funny thing is I was at that show and snapped a BUNCH of pics of this thing. I want to do this style paint on my truck, Project Larry, as well.

I love seeing trucks in person that I've seen online... or vise versa. Wish I could have talked with you. Make sure to bring it to Brigham City in September for the Peach Days show. I'll try to catch you then.

65ChevyUtah · 07-13-2010, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by andyspinstriping

Thank you thank you for the compliments!

So which truck is yours?

I have a 65 on a 77 4x4 frame (still working on it, but getting closer). I bought a white long bed off of I think a 63 and Blue 68 GMC from you. I think it was last year.

andyspinstriping · 07-14-2010, 12:39 AM

You can hit me up for any paint tips you need...I live for this stuff!!!

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Originally Posted by bird7263

Love this truck. I grew up in the Mt. Hood National Forest, still live close and see these trucks new and old all the time. Thanks for the tribute. You did a killer job. Might hit you up soon when I find my next project for some paint tips.

andyspinstriping · 07-14-2010, 12:41 AM

That is one heck of a cool blazer in your avatar!!!

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Originally Posted by elwoods76

Awesome truck! Looked great at Steel Days Saturday!!

andyspinstriping · 07-14-2010, 12:42 AM

Thanks Brother!

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Originally Posted by 1LoC10

awesome truck, good job

05-02-2010, 01:13 AM	#26
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Welcome to the forum Andy Good job on your truck. I'd agree with protrash64 on the lowering. Another thing you could do for the rear is the Jeep Wrangler spring swap. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

05-02-2010, 09:22 AM	#27
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Wow that turned out nice. Is the base coat a red primer or paint? I've never painted before, but am thinking about it on my '63. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

05-05-2010, 01:47 AM	#29
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread cool paint scheme! really nice work and truck...theres an actual old city truck a block over from me, its a 64-66' with appleton light, heavy duty bumper and everything....never see it move from the street but its got current registration! keep us posted!

05-05-2010, 03:53 AM	#30
Bazooka Keepin it old school Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 672	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Turned out really good man... I couldnt help but think of Smokey Bear while looking at your truck. "only you can prevent wildfires" Last edited by Bazooka; 05-05-2010 at 03:53 AM.

05-05-2010, 06:51 PM	#31
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Reminds me of the logo on my brother's '45 Dodge Powerwagon fire department "brush truck" Attached Images __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

05-06-2010, 02:50 PM	#33
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Well - not sure about what's original. It's actually a '53 (his other one was a '45, I forgot). It did a stint in Vietnam and then came back stateside and was modified by a fire department to the configuration you see here. I don't think the fire department put a lot of miles on it. __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

05-06-2010, 09:55 PM	#34
bubba327 HOW long until spring?? Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Star Idaho Posts: 1,413	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Andy -- Nice job on the paint -- Very cool -- welcome aboard from Idaho __________________ 69 chevelle convertible 71-C-10 short-wide and low 64 C-10 custom shortbox "Bubba"s Recycling project"

05-06-2010, 10:43 PM	#36
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread sick, simply SICK!!!! looooove it! I too had a US Forestry service substation in my hometown and always loved those green rigs. great work. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-06-2010, 10:51 PM	#38
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Great job, and on a very straight truck. It's nice to see trucks built to use, rather than just to wax and polish. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

05-07-2010, 03:07 AM	#40
Iron-Butt 454 club Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,348	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Nice truck. __________________ David 1965 Chevrolet c-10 454 automatic Custom bbw swb. 1965 Chevrolet C-10 swb (Sold) 1963 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl automatic with dual exhaust, pb, ps and 17's. R.I.P "I will miss you. 1967 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl Custom lwb 1939 Chevrolet Coupe, 350 v8 automatic. 1935 Chevrolet 2 Dr Standard in the works. 2015 Harley Davidson Street Glide. 2023 Chevrolet Stingray Z51 Convertible. I never want to grow up.

07-12-2010, 07:13 PM	#41
65ChevyUtah Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Eagle Mountain Utah Posts: 97	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread I have seen your truck around town a few times as well as the Steel Days car show. My wife and I love seeing it around town !

07-12-2010, 09:31 PM	#42
bird7263 Urban Chop Shop Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Tigard Oregon Posts: 264	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Love this truck. I grew up in the Mt. Hood National Forest, still live close and see these trucks new and old all the time. Thanks for the tribute. You did a killer job. Might hit you up soon when I find my next project for some paint tips. __________________ 2003 Chevy Trailblazer LTZ, 2.5" Susp Lift, Tinted, HID's/LED interior/ Lot of upgrades and little mods 1965 Chevy 1/2T Longbox, soon to be a slammed shop truck Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=591266 Semper Fi Marines

07-13-2010, 12:20 AM	#44
elwoods76 Just Cruizin Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pleasant Grove,Utah Posts: 154	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Awesome truck! Looked great at Steel Days Saturday!!

07-13-2010, 09:18 AM	#45
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07-13-2010, 12:22 PM	#46
panelrodder81 Doin' it live! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Eagle Mountain, Utah Posts: 471	Re: US Forest Service Truck Build Thread Funny thing is I was at that show and snapped a BUNCH of pics of this thing. I want to do this style paint on my truck, Project Larry, as well. I love seeing trucks in person that I've seen online... or vise versa. Wish I could have talked with you. Make sure to bring it to Brigham City in September for the Peach Days show. I'll try to catch you then. __________________ -Panelrodder 1953 GMC Panel truck - 'Curly' 1961 Chevy Suburban - 'Larry' - Sold 2005 Harley Sportster - 'Shemp'



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