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71gmcC15 · 07-09-2019, 12:22 AM

Reading all theses awsome post makes me feel bad. All I did was replace some valve cover gaskets and remover the rest of the trasmission spark control wiring.

SRU1436 · 07-09-2019, 12:35 AM

Drove mine to Home Depot, an appointment, and to 7-11 for a soda.

72c20customcamper · 07-09-2019, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Super Dude

Sand, sweat, get covered in dust, repeat...

Feel like thats all I have been doing the last two weeks. Painting today.

But then I start on the cab.

72c20customcamper · 07-09-2019, 02:21 PM

Bed is completely painted . Now I need to get the wood installed and put it back on the truck. Never intended to make it a show truck but I need to redo one fender . Got a bug and a run. Also had to settle for a little less gloss so I could get the motling out of the paint . Lots of misting ,only problem with single stage metallic paints.

At least it's on the fender I hope to replace . Put a 67 with spare tire mount on my 68. Hope to find a real nice 68 fender.

72c20customcamper · 07-09-2019, 02:35 PM

I guess its acceptable.

**RodnRudy** · 07-09-2019, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I guess its acceptable.

I'd say more than acceptable, very nice job! A trick I learned a long time ago from an "old timer": When painting a single stage metallic that tends to mottle is after the last coat is sprayed take whats left in the cup and fill the cup with reducer. Then drop the pressure to about 20 lbs. Open the fan pattern wide open and mist over the whole part. The reducer will melt in and the metallic will settle evenly. It worked for me on a 77 step side I sprayed years ago.

72c20customcamper · 07-09-2019, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by RodnRudy

I'd say more than acceptable, very nice job! A trick I learned a long time ago from an "old timer": When painting a single stage metallic that tends to mottle is after the last coat is sprayed take whats left in the cup and fill the cup with reducer. Then drop the pressure to about 20 lbs. Open the fan pattern wide open and mist over the whole part. The reducer will melt in and the metallic will settle evenly. It worked for me on a 77 step side I sprayed years ago.

Hard to use old school on new paints. I'm a deluxe centari paint guy . The open period was a lot longer then but Its all good for a truck that will be used as as a truck. My Teckna spray gun likes at least 2 bar or it just spits. Should just dust off the old Binks No. 7.

72c20customcamper · 07-09-2019, 05:15 PM

And its 1000% better the the general painted things . My uncle always commented in the GM MARK OF Excellence stickers on cars and trucks at the body shop . His interprition GM MARK OF CRUDNESS.

72c20customcamper · 07-09-2019, 05:28 PM

Really didn't think I would like the saddle fawn color . I was contemplating 503 green for the truck but now I really like the color.

**Grumpy old man** · 07-13-2019, 09:09 AM

Blasted /primed and painted under dash pedal assemble . One more bite off the elephant

**Grumpy old man** · 07-13-2019, 09:25 AM

Test fitting panels and epoxy prime on this one this weekend .

72c20customcamper · 07-13-2019, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

Blasted /primed and painted under dash pedal assemble . One more bite off the elephant

Looks great.

Redneck Rydes · 07-13-2019, 05:20 PM

I sold both of my trucks,1970 C10 original paint,original owner,and my 1985 C10, having some loneliness today,gonna have to build my 1967 soon

72c20customcamper · 07-13-2019, 06:09 PM

Painted the bed supports and started the install

72c20customcamper · 07-15-2019, 05:26 PM

Wood is working out nicely. Drilling all the holes then going to seal it . Need to hit it with some 220 on the da sander first . Decided to leave it raw no stain . Just seems to go better with the paint .

projectking · 07-15-2019, 10:21 PM

Cleaned everything and hit the lens with micromesh and finished with the buffer

**Steeveedee** · 07-15-2019, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by projectking

Cleaned everything and hit the lens with micromesh and finished with the buffer

Looks nice! I want to eventually do something with my truck's dash. The vacant gauge hole on the right will be for trans temp, and the tach will replace the vacuum gauge as in your location. I'd like to do something with the gas gauge, with a way to tell fuel level in the main and saddle tanks. I know that that option was out there; I just need to research it. It looks goofy to have that huge gauge for the fuel level, to me.

vitamin_c95 · 07-15-2019, 10:44 PM

Finally located a new (reman) gearbox. Claims its a 3.5 turn. Almost completely installed. I just have to finish hooking up the steering shaft and linkage. It's a PITA to do by yourself, on your back with the sun blazing on you, after a full day shift at work, and sweat running down into your eyes.

projectking · 07-15-2019, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Steeveedee

Looks nice! I want to eventually do something with my truck's dash. The vacant gauge hole on the right will be for trans temp, and the tach will replace the vacuum gauge as in your location. I'd like to do something with the gas gauge, with a way to tell fuel level in the main and saddle tanks. I know that that option was out there; I just need to research it. It looks goofy to have that huge gauge for the fuel level, to me.

Thanks, I’m pretty satisfied with how it turned out. I’m trying to convince a buddy who does silk screens to make patterns for gauges so I can modify to my liking, he says he needs to figure out a new program...I’ll let you know if it’s a go!

**3757chevy** · 07-16-2019, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Wood is working out nicely. Drilling all the holes then going to seal it . Need to hit it with some 220 on the da sander first . Decided to leave it raw no stain . Just seems to go better with the paint .

Beautiful.

**67 twins** · 07-16-2019, 02:59 AM

Not today, but this past weekend I did use it for it's intended purpose. Took it to my cabin for the weekend and brought back some firewood.

72c20customcamper · 07-16-2019, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Beautiful.

Thanks . I'm waiting on the oil finish to arrive. Had to order it as it's not a stocked item around here . Penofin marine oil . I could have taken a ride to the coast some marinas carry it. Should be here tomorrow

72c20customcamper · 07-16-2019, 07:56 PM

Test runs on the offset washers and holes . Came out well in the test piece we shall see on the actual boards

**Steeveedee** · 07-16-2019, 09:40 PM

If you make that truck too nice, all you are ever going to haul in it is ass.

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-16-2019, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by steeveedee

if you make that truck too nice, all you are ever going to haul in it is ass.

lol. ......

07-09-2019, 12:22 AM	#676
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Reading all theses awsome post makes me feel bad. All I did was replace some valve cover gaskets and remover the rest of the trasmission spark control wiring. Attached Images __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

07-09-2019, 12:35 AM	#677
SRU1436 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: San Ramon, CA Posts: 231	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Drove mine to Home Depot, an appointment, and to 7-11 for a soda.

07-09-2019, 02:21 PM	#679
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Bed is completely painted . Now I need to get the wood installed and put it back on the truck. Never intended to make it a show truck but I need to redo one fender . Got a bug and a run. Also had to settle for a little less gloss so I could get the motling out of the paint . Lots of misting ,only problem with single stage metallic paints. At least it's on the fender I hope to replace . Put a 67 with spare tire mount on my 68. Hope to find a real nice 68 fender. Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

07-09-2019, 02:35 PM	#680
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I guess its acceptable. Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

07-09-2019, 05:15 PM	#683
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter And its 1000% better the the general painted things . My uncle always commented in the GM MARK OF Excellence stickers on cars and trucks at the body shop . His interprition GM MARK OF CRUDNESS. __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary. Last edited by 72c20customcamper; 07-09-2019 at 05:24 PM.

07-09-2019, 05:28 PM	#684
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Really didn't think I would like the saddle fawn color . I was contemplating 503 green for the truck but now I really like the color. __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

07-13-2019, 09:09 AM	#685
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Blasted /primed and painted under dash pedal assemble . One more bite off the elephant Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

07-13-2019, 09:25 AM	#686
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Test fitting panels and epoxy prime on this one this weekend . Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

07-13-2019, 05:20 PM	#688
Redneck Rydes Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Trenton,Ontario & South Carolina Posts: 755	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I sold both of my trucks,1970 C10 original paint,original owner,and my 1985 C10, having some loneliness today,gonna have to build my 1967 soon

07-13-2019, 06:09 PM	#689
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Painted the bed supports and started the install Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

07-15-2019, 05:26 PM	#690
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Wood is working out nicely. Drilling all the holes then going to seal it . Need to hit it with some 220 on the da sander first . Decided to leave it raw no stain . Just seems to go better with the paint . Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

07-15-2019, 10:21 PM	#691
projectking Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Orland Park Il Posts: 2,041	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Cleaned everything and hit the lens with micromesh and finished with the buffer Attached Images __________________ 68 GMC C3500 Longhorn DRW 67 Chevy C10 LWB 90 Mustang Gt 90 Mustang Notchback

07-15-2019, 10:44 PM	#693
vitamin_c95 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: So Cal, CA Posts: 108	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finally located a new (reman) gearbox. Claims its a 3.5 turn. Almost completely installed. I just have to finish hooking up the steering shaft and linkage. It's a PITA to do by yourself, on your back with the sun blazing on you, after a full day shift at work, and sweat running down into your eyes. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Longhorn 350/350 "Conquistador" Last edited by vitamin_c95; 07-15-2019 at 10:59 PM.

07-16-2019, 02:59 AM	#696
67 twins Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Herculaneum MO (20 minutes south of St. Louis Posts: 641	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Not today, but this past weekend I did use it for it's intended purpose. Took it to my cabin for the weekend and brought back some firewood. Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 283 T5 swapped longbed fleetside = wife's daily driver 67 C20 292 (originally a 250)4speed longbed fleetside w/original wooden bed=my project truck 67 C10 283+.060 (so a 292 as well)T5 swapped longbed fleetside=my DD 72 C1500 Sierra Grande 350 TH350 longbed fleetside=wife's fair weather truck Can you tell we are fans of longbed fleetsides & 67s Chris

07-16-2019, 07:56 PM	#698
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Test runs on the offset washers and holes . Came out well in the test piece we shall see on the actual boards Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.



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07-16-2019, 09:40 PM	#699
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,580	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter If you make that truck too nice, all you are ever going to haul in it is ass. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

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