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12-31-2015, 12:46 AM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Well, it is pretty simple, I built the 52 Bus inbetween... didn't have the money to do both. Well, THAT has changed--I sold my 48 GMC Panel.
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12-31-2015, 01:31 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
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01-02-2016, 10:09 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Decided to glue all the side windows frm the inside, no gaskets. Probably will oversize the windshield and glue it without gasket from the front. Very clean look, I hope. Anyone else ever done this?
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03-06-2016, 03:23 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Off to paint!!
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03-06-2016, 03:51 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
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03-06-2016, 04:00 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Just checked out you build. Wow!!
And that a fleet you have, Awesome! |
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03-07-2016, 03:48 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
I know it is going to shock most everyone when they see the paint job...as much custom work that has been done, as much money that has been invested, etc
The thing is, I want drive it. Every day. Rain. Shine. Snow. So rather than spend five figures on a shiny paint job, let's just say I went a little more utilitarian... I have never painted anything before, but can't say that now 
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03-07-2016, 05:52 PM
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Your plan is most likely not only better for the wallet but also blood pressure if you drive it like You plan to. You have some very sweet rides btw. |
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03-08-2016, 10:52 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
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I understand. After having a nice paint job on my 48 that was the same reason on my 53 Suburban I have decided to do something similar to what You are doing. Cant wait to see it. Marc
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03-19-2016, 08:30 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Shot the inside Vanilla Shake in Hot Rod Flatz, and the trim the same color only shiny and clear coated.
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03-28-2016, 10:57 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Applied the lacquer because it is very forgiving. Also because it is vintage.
Lot of elbow grease in my future as I begin the cut and buff process... yippee!! I have somehow misplaced all the hardware and nuts, bolts, and screws for the internals of the door windows. I am hoping there is a complete "kit" available. I found my new regulators and the interior door handle mechanism. The latch assembly is already installed. |
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03-28-2016, 11:47 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
How cool! Looking good-keep the camera handy!
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03-29-2016, 08:35 AM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Pretty cool.... it kind of reminds me of something you would have seen in Europe.
Almost like a overgrown Crosley |
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03-29-2016, 12:53 PM
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03-29-2016, 03:57 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Good looking Burb! Congrat's on the paint.
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03-29-2016, 08:56 PM
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03-31-2016, 04:00 PM
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03-31-2016, 06:07 PM
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10-07-2017, 06:08 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Working on patina... Mulling over just shooting it in suede.
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10-07-2017, 08:20 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
Looks awesome!!
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10-08-2017, 08:53 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
I like it
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10-09-2017, 08:46 AM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
That looks great, and the belt line trim is the iceing on the cake. I don't usually like painted on patina but I would drive that one just like it is.
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10-11-2017, 03:54 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
This thing is sweet.
I just pulled my truck out of storage, still drives like a stock worn out 1950 farm truck. Got thinking Enovy/Trailblazer rolling chassis again. Enovy wheelbase is 113" (I think this applies to the SS as well, the XL is way longer at 129") Stock 3100 Chevy pickup is 116" (suburban is the same I believe) Reading up on one of the guys that used to sell kits to put the pickups on regular cab long box S 10 frames which had 117.9" wheel base, he said the extra 2" on the s-10 centers the rear wheels better in the wheel arches. Looking back at yours, do you think lengthening the Envoy frame would have helped vs doing the big fenders and moving/reshaping thing? Also, any idea what GMPP did for that 53 they did other than widening the fronts 2"? I think it said they lengthened the frame too, wonder how much?
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10-12-2017, 11:58 AM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
I love that back bumper. Do you remember how much you removed out of the middle? I would like to do something similar with a hidden hitch behind the license plate.
Looks good. Marc
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10-12-2017, 02:02 PM
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Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build
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2)S10 chassis are too narrow, IMHO, while the TB is too wide in the front. 3)If you remember, stock trucks the rear wheel opening doesn't match the wheel, it sits forward in the opening. I wouldn't lengthen the chassis as the rear wheel well on the Envoy sat exactly on top of the 52's... I would either narrow the track of a 2wd TB or change the openings. 4)I simply don't know why they lengthened their chassis, but I will say, they were extremely impressed with the ideas implemented on mine! 
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