What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II - Page 230 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**3757chevy** · 07-07-2018, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by stevenfromtexas

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Now we need to start a tailgate Tuesday thread.

BRL · 07-07-2018, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Now we need to start a tailgate Tuesday thread.

Hey I like that idea!

Then we can go with Whatever Wednesday!

Hot Dang!

**3757chevy** · 07-07-2018, 12:56 AM

I'm not sure whatever is a narrow enough subject.

BRL · 07-07-2018, 01:19 AM

Whatever.

Guess we'll find out on Wednesday!

**Steeveedee** · 07-07-2018, 09:30 PM

Went and hitched it up to my travel trailer today, with the help of one of my sons. There will be a pic of my truck hauling, soon. Though it will be parked when the pic is taken.

Duck 37 · 07-07-2018, 10:37 PM

Replaced step bumper with new used standard chrome bumper and new braces. Like the new look.

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-08-2018, 06:34 PM

Man! They look bright.

KQQL IT · 07-09-2018, 01:19 AM

Went for a ride with Rocky and old blue

**3757chevy** · 07-09-2018, 01:29 AM

Finished my shifter install . http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=767127

72c20customcamper · 07-10-2018, 04:39 PM

Recovered the bench seat. New foam little welding. Don't know what it's called but the piece that you hog clip the seat welt to.

**3757chevy** · 07-10-2018, 08:53 PM

Dang!!! that's nice, what brand cover did you use?

72c20customcamper · 07-11-2018, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Dang!!! that's nice, what brand cover did you use?

USA 1 . Fit was spot on even with the new PUI foam.

toolboxchev · 07-13-2018, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

USA 1 . Fit was spot on even with the new PUI foam.

What was your cost on that if I may ask?

bill3rail · 07-11-2018, 09:59 AM

Fixed the throttle linkage. Step on the pedal and it sort of clicked like something was jamming up. Found the culprit and tightened it up.

Bill

stevenfromtexas · 07-12-2018, 09:23 PM

worked on some paint imperfections that have been bothering me.
tried my hand at the 3M stuff. so far, i am very happy with the results and i've only gotten through the first (white cap) compound.

Ramjet51 · 07-12-2018, 09:33 PM

Fenders and grill are on....255/55R18s arrived

**3757chevy** · 07-13-2018, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by stevenfromtexas

worked on some paint imperfections that have been bothering me.
tried my hand at the 3M stuff. so far, i am very happy with the results and i've only gotten through the first (white cap) compound.

Wow! That looks good .

stevenfromtexas · 07-13-2018, 12:12 AM

thank you!!

Metaldoc · 07-13-2018, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by stevenfromtexas

worked on some paint imperfections that have been bothering me.
tried my hand at the 3M stuff. so far, i am very happy with the results and i've only gotten through the first (white cap) compound.

Looks great, try not to spend time on the edges as the buffer can burn through the paint. As you buff the flat sections stay off the edges, by the time you get a good shine on the flat the final buff will do the edges. Some guys tape over the sharp edges just in case.

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-13-2018, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Looks great, try not to spend time on the edges as the buffer can burn through the paint. As you buff the flat sections stay off the edges, by the time you get a good shine on the flat the final buff will do the edges. Some guys tape over the sharp edges just in case.

I use the foam pads because they're a bit more forgiving on the edges

stevenfromtexas · 07-13-2018, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Looks great, try not to spend time on the edges as the buffer can burn through the paint. As you buff the flat sections stay off the edges, by the time you get a good shine on the flat the final buff will do the edges. Some guys tape over the sharp edges just in case.

yes sir. thank you for the reminder. it was pretty intimidating. started on the lower areas "just in case" haha got through the "black pad/black lid" today. very happy with the subtle changes. gonna do the "blue pad" tomorrow.

beaterku · 07-13-2018, 08:51 PM

Test fit the rotor and caliper. Wilwood said these calipers would not fit with the CPP modular spindle. They fit like a glove! Buttoning this up tomorrow so it can go back on the ground for the first time in a couple of months.

bill3rail · 07-13-2018, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by stevenfromtexas

worked on some paint imperfections that have been bothering me.
tried my hand at the 3M stuff. so far, i am very happy with the results and i've only gotten through the first (white cap) compound.

How bad were the imperfections and what 3M product did you use?

Bill

stevenfromtexas · 07-13-2018, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by bill3rail

How bad were the imperfections and what 3M product did you use?

Bill

im a rookie and i have an unconventional paint system. i bought a turbine spray rig from TpTool a year ago. the cap pressure is very low and i did not reduce the epoxy enough according to the guys i bought the sprayer from. the clear sprayed pretty orange-peely too. lots and lots of wet sanding. i actually enjoyed the experience, watching what looked like the moons surface smooth out to at least a 10' paint job.

here is the 3 bottles i got. wool pad with the white lid, black foam with black lid and yes, you guessed it......blue foam with blue lid

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-13-2018, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by stevenfromtexas

im a rookie and i have an unconventional paint system. i bought a turbine spray rig from TpTool a year ago. the cap pressure is very low and i did not reduce the epoxy enough according to the guys i bought the sprayer from. the clear sprayed pretty orange-peely too. lots and lots of wet sanding. i actually enjoyed the experience, watching what looked like the moons surface smooth out to at least a 10' paint job.

here is the 3 bottles i got. wool pad with the white lid, black foam with black lid and yes, you guessed it......blue foam with blue lid

You're using what I normally use and it's great stuff. I've used it for years and it's awesome.

07-07-2018, 12:56 AM	#3
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,929	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I'm not sure whatever is a narrow enough subject. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

07-07-2018, 01:19 AM	#4
BRL Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Tahuya WA Posts: 544	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Whatever. Guess we'll find out on Wednesday!

07-07-2018, 09:30 PM	#5
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,321	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Went and hitched it up to my travel trailer today, with the help of one of my sons. There will be a pic of my truck hauling, soon. Though it will be parked when the pic is taken. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

07-07-2018, 10:37 PM	#6
Duck 37 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Strongstown Posts: 57	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Replaced step bumper with new used standard chrome bumper and new braces. Like the new look.

07-08-2018, 06:34 PM	#7
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,982	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Man! They look bright. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

07-09-2018, 01:19 AM	#8
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,200	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Went for a ride with Rocky and old blue Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

07-09-2018, 01:29 AM	#9
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,929	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Finished my shifter install . http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=767127 Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

07-10-2018, 04:39 PM	#10
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,392	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Recovered the bench seat. New foam little welding. Don't know what it's called but the piece that you hog clip the seat welt to. Attached Images

07-10-2018, 08:53 PM	#11
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,929	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Dang!!! that's nice, what brand cover did you use? __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

07-11-2018, 09:59 AM	#14
bill3rail Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: LI, NY 11801 Posts: 1,140	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Fixed the throttle linkage. Step on the pedal and it sort of clicked like something was jamming up. Found the culprit and tightened it up. Bill __________________ 1970 C10 8' Fleetside, L6 250, 3 on the Tree. The most basic of pickup trucks!

07-12-2018, 09:23 PM	#15
stevenfromtexas Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Hewitt, Texas Posts: 444	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II worked on some paint imperfections that have been bothering me. tried my hand at the 3M stuff. so far, i am very happy with the results and i've only gotten through the first (white cap) compound. Attached Images __________________ Steven '67 SWB, 250ci, 3OTT.......this is my first build...... I wonder if my grand kids will say, "I would give anything to have my grand dads 2005 Chevrolet Z71"

07-12-2018, 09:33 PM	#16
Ramjet51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Raleigh Posts: 97	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Fenders and grill are on....255/55R18s arrived Attached Images __________________ You'll never know unless you try

07-13-2018, 12:12 AM	#18
stevenfromtexas Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Hewitt, Texas Posts: 444	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II thank you!! __________________ Steven '67 SWB, 250ci, 3OTT.......this is my first build...... I wonder if my grand kids will say, "I would give anything to have my grand dads 2005 Chevrolet Z71"

07-13-2018, 08:51 PM	#22
beaterku Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Lenexa, KS Posts: 547	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Test fit the rotor and caliper. Wilwood said these calipers would not fit with the CPP modular spindle. They fit like a glove! Buttoning this up tomorrow so it can go back on the ground for the first time in a couple of months. Attached Images __________________ www.rustywrenches.com My 72 SWB build My YouTube channel Last edited by beaterku; 07-13-2018 at 10:54 PM.



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