My 1959 apache project

[tpimuncie]

Thanks!!!
I am using a 60 gallon ir compressor with a 7 year old sata jet gun, im in no way a pro painter I took a painting class one semester at out local college in 1999 and the rest has just been trial and error. I love painting hate bodywork but I do it because id rather see my own flaws then pay to see someone elses. Thanks for all the positive comments on my build I really appreciate all the input. its been triple digit heat over here in northern ca so im taking a break until it cools off a bit.

[Whumbachumba]

Thanks tpi. Thinking this might be a better option for us than sending it out and having it painted. What type of primer did you use?

[lowrodderchev]

Originally Posted by tpimuncie

Thanks!!!
I am using a 60 gallon ir compressor with a 7 year old sata jet gun, im in no way a pro painter I took a painting class one semester at out local college in 1999 and the rest has just been trial and error. I love painting hate bodywork but I do it because id rather see my own flaws then pay to see someone elses. Thanks for all the positive comments on my build I really appreciate all the input. its been triple digit heat over here in northern ca so im taking a break until it cools off a bit.

You doing a super great job trucks looking real sweet

[tpimuncie]

Originally Posted by Whumbachumba

Thanks tpi. Thinking this might be a better option for us than sending it out and having it painted. What type of primer did you use?

Its a ton of work to do your own vehicle, strip to bare metal, epoxy, rust repair patches, bodywork, blocking, prep for paint, shoot it, color sand it, buff it I just refuse to pay thousands for work I can do myself and lets face it there is no such thing as a perfect paint job/body work so id rather see my own flaws then pay to see someone elses every time I get into my truck.
I used 5 star xtreme high build primer (black) I love it because I can test it with water to see if theres any major flaws.

[tpimuncie]

Originally Posted by lowrodderchev

You doing a super great job trucks looking real sweet

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!! im trying

[tpimuncie]

Well was going to keep the bed holes but decided to shave them

[tpimuncie]

Since i need to raise bed floor 2" to clear everything im taking old cross member cutting it and welding it to existing cross member to give it that factory look.

[Kim57]

Looks good with the pockets filled.
Kim

[RockinKees]

You're a true Craftsman!

[TypeSL2]

I didn't see anywhere that you mentioned it, but what is the name of that color? That is a gorgeous color.

James

[tpimuncie]

Originally Posted by Kim57

Looks good with the pockets filled.
Kim

Thanks!

Originally Posted by RockinKees

You're a true Craftsman!

Just a garage warrior lol thanks!

Originally Posted by TypeSL2

I didn't see anywhere that you mentioned it, but what is the name of that color? That is a gorgeous color.

James

Its called "neptunium green" Nissan color not sure of the year, thanks!

[tpimuncie]

So i cut up the original cross member i removed glad i never tossed it because it came in very handy

[tpimuncie]

Trimmed it tacked it in place on back side, trimmed front
Since the tailgate rubbed on bottom and welded in flat steel plate

[tpimuncie]

My goal is to raise the wood floor just enough to clear everything which is only 2" and still have that factory look. Should be all done by weekend then continue with bed bodywork so i can paint bed

[Kim57]

Good idea on raising the bed floor.
Kim

[tpimuncie]

[RockinKees]

Looks good!
Looks like it's original

[lowrodderchev]

That came out real nice

[tpimuncie]

Thanks! im not planning on dropping the tail gate ever so its just going to be covered

[Advanced Design]

Stake pocket fill and the cross member looks really good! Nice work and realling enjoying your progress.

[tpimuncie]

Thanks!!

Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads!

[tpimuncie]

Im really happy with the results so far! I have to trim the tubs a but for a flush fit on the sides make some template extensions so thy can be bolted in with all bolts and be flush.

[Kim57]

Looking real nice.
Kim

[tpimuncie]

Interior kit arrived

[tpimuncie]

Added visors and armrests late to the order so this will be in later


Also not sure if i mentioned i will be removing the air bag suspension and will be going with hydraulics