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ronh72c10 · 10-15-2010, 08:38 PM

Thanks, the cab was one I picked up that came here from California, even so it needed kicks, outer floor, inner and outer rockes as well as both cab corners. Not the best welding job as I did the cab a few years ago for another project, but decided to use it for this one.

Tomorrow I'm going to try to get some more high build on it and maybe get some paint on the inner surfaces, but I've got to fix my shop chimney since it fell apart when I touched it today.

Ron

ronh72c10 · 10-18-2010, 08:46 PM

I spent the weekend high build priming the cab and hood, sanding it with 400 grit and then epoxying them. Apart from sanding a few runs I think I'm done with them until it's time for paint.

Today I put the doors back on so it'll be easier to do some body work on them.

Ron

VA72C10 · 10-18-2010, 08:59 PM

looks really good!!!

madmopar · 10-19-2010, 02:30 PM

I agree - great job... I wish I had some great, enlightening comment to kick in about diesels or the body work you're doing, but to be honest both are over my head... Don't tell anyone but I'm afraid of trying new things! - It looks like you're doing great work though! Sorry to hear about your engine's fall... Couldn't you have the crank crack tested , before you decide to replace it???

ronh72c10 · 10-19-2010, 09:11 PM

Actually I've decided not to replace the crank, I'm just going to replace the harmonic balancer. My dad pointed out that it fell into a sprung frame, didn't land directly onto the HB, the fuel pump took some of the drop as well as the accessory bracket so the damage is "probably" minimal. I'll take a chance with the crank, but replace the HB and fuel pump.

Ron

ronh72c10 · 07-27-2011, 08:44 AM

Well I am still working on this, in the latest video I started spraying some base and clear on the underside of the hood. I'm off next week so the paint WILL be done by end of next week, hopefully this weekend.

http://www.youtube.com/embed/ydQQiWdh-pE

Ron

ronh72c10 · 08-01-2011, 11:05 PM

Got some Base and clear on the cab interior and inside doors. Used Nason's Ful-Base and Select Clear.

Ron

ronh72c10 · 08-04-2011, 07:31 PM

Got some more work done, base and cleared the back sides of the fenders.

Ron

TheWhiteElephant · 08-04-2011, 09:11 PM

Nice job, Ron. I just realized I knew your videos from youtube. Great work. I'd been checking out your front axle rebuild. As far as the crank goes, I wouldn't even worry about it. Just replace the balancer. In order for the crank to be damaged, the snout would have to take a major/serious direct blow. It was somewhat "protected" by the balancer when it dropped. It may have been time to replace the balancer anyhow.

ronh72c10 · 08-05-2011, 12:52 PM

Good to hear, I'll call replacing the HB an insurance policy, shame though, it was brand new.

Ron

ronh72c10 · 08-06-2011, 03:02 PM

Three coats of base on the truck, clearing later today.

Ron

ncgamedog · 08-06-2011, 05:45 PM

Nice build man! What color blue is that?

ronh72c10 · 08-06-2011, 08:35 PM

The color is Viper Blue, I believe the 2008 color, I have the paint code if you want it.

VA72C10 · 08-14-2011, 09:38 PM

Nice! Looks great!

spudz · 08-22-2011, 02:44 AM

WOW this thing looks great!!!

ronh72c10 · 08-23-2011, 08:48 AM

Thanks Guys, still color sanding. Maybe done this weekend.

Ron

ronh72c10 · 09-24-2011, 08:26 PM

Hey guys, I haven't updated the thread in a while, I ended up repraying some of the base and then hitting it with another three coats of clear.

I've been color sanding the new coats of clear and have gotten some really good results this time around.

Ron

VA72C10 · 09-24-2011, 08:27 PM

That looks fantastic!!!

ronh72c10 · 10-01-2011, 11:49 PM

Ok I got the passenger door and fender color sanded and buffed, rolled it outside for a look. Tomorrow I'll do the hood and cowl and then that's it for the cut and buff.

Ron

VA72C10 · 10-02-2011, 12:06 AM

Looks great!

ronh72c10 · 10-03-2011, 07:58 PM

Thanks, a little more progress working on buffing the hood.

Ron

ronh72c10 · 10-06-2011, 10:02 PM

Ok so tonight I finished up buffing the hood and did as much as I can do on the cowl without mounting it. Next is a few bits and pieces and then assembly starts.

Ron

onebadbowtie · 10-06-2011, 10:39 PM

its looking good man! i can't wait to see it all come together

ronh72c10 · 10-07-2011, 09:28 AM

Thanks! I made my list of things left to paint and was surprised at how many little things are left:

- Steering Column - body color? or gloss black
- gauge cluster - body color
- glove box door - body color
- ash tray - body color
- undercoat floor
- undercoat fender wells
- tranny + damper - grey
- engine touchup - metallic green(supposed to be grey but turned out green)
- seat frame - satin black
- air cleaner - ?
- front bumper - gloss black
- grill brackets - satin black
- grill surround - gloss black
- headlight surround - gloss black?
- plastic grill - ? - may make a custom one
- flatbed - gloss black single stage (so it's easy to retouch)
- rear bumper - probably gloss black, but haven't even bought one

Out of that list I still have to weld up the flatbed and wire it.

Ron

cletis · 10-07-2011, 08:36 PM

Body looks awesome!!!!
I was just thinking to my self that 'I should send my body to this guy'. Turns out you're not that far away. Once again good job.

10-15-2010, 08:38 PM	#1
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Thanks, the cab was one I picked up that came here from California, even so it needed kicks, outer floor, inner and outer rockes as well as both cab corners. Not the best welding job as I did the cab a few years ago for another project, but decided to use it for this one. Tomorrow I'm going to try to get some more high build on it and maybe get some paint on the inner surfaces, but I've got to fix my shop chimney since it fell apart when I touched it today. Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

10-18-2010, 08:46 PM	#2
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 I spent the weekend high build priming the cab and hood, sanding it with 400 grit and then epoxying them. Apart from sanding a few runs I think I'm done with them until it's time for paint. Today I put the doors back on so it'll be easier to do some body work on them. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

10-18-2010, 08:59 PM	#3
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 looks really good!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-19-2010, 02:30 PM	#4
madmopar This guy has got to be stopped Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Frankenstein, MO Posts: 138	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 I agree - great job... I wish I had some great, enlightening comment to kick in about diesels or the body work you're doing, but to be honest both are over my head... Don't tell anyone but I'm afraid of trying new things! - It looks like you're doing great work though! Sorry to hear about your engine's fall... Couldn't you have the crank crack tested , before you decide to replace it??? __________________ J P Evers 1970 4x4 LWB project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415134

10-19-2010, 09:11 PM	#5
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Actually I've decided not to replace the crank, I'm just going to replace the harmonic balancer. My dad pointed out that it fell into a sprung frame, didn't land directly onto the HB, the fuel pump took some of the drop as well as the accessory bracket so the damage is "probably" minimal. I'll take a chance with the crank, but replace the HB and fuel pump. Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

07-27-2011, 08:44 AM	#6
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Well I am still working on this, in the latest video I started spraying some base and clear on the underside of the hood. I'm off next week so the paint WILL be done by end of next week, hopefully this weekend. http://www.youtube.com/embed/ydQQiWdh-pE Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

08-01-2011, 11:05 PM	#7
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Got some Base and clear on the cab interior and inside doors. Used Nason's Ful-Base and Select Clear. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

08-04-2011, 07:31 PM	#8
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Got some more work done, base and cleared the back sides of the fenders. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

08-04-2011, 09:11 PM	#9
TheWhiteElephant God is good! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 689	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Nice job, Ron. I just realized I knew your videos from youtube. Great work. I'd been checking out your front axle rebuild. As far as the crank goes, I wouldn't even worry about it. Just replace the balancer. In order for the crank to be damaged, the snout would have to take a major/serious direct blow. It was somewhat "protected" by the balancer when it dropped. It may have been time to replace the balancer anyhow. __________________ Mando *"It takes a smart man to know when he's stupid." -- Barney Rubble* My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430367

08-05-2011, 12:52 PM	#10
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Good to hear, I'll call replacing the HB an insurance policy, shame though, it was brand new. Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

08-06-2011, 03:02 PM	#11
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Three coats of base on the truck, clearing later today. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

08-06-2011, 05:45 PM	#12
ncgamedog Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Union Grove,NC Posts: 58	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Nice build man! What color blue is that?

08-06-2011, 08:35 PM	#13
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 The color is Viper Blue, I believe the 2008 color, I have the paint code if you want it. __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

08-14-2011, 09:38 PM	#14
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Nice! Looks great! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

08-22-2011, 02:44 AM	#15
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 WOW this thing looks great!!! __________________ 2004 z71, 96 z71 on 38s, 88 Chevy k5 blazer, 4in lift. 84 swb project, 82 SWB project , 84 chevy 4x4 lwb project, 88 Jimmy beater/highschool ride. 79 c30. 99 tahoe 4x4 project. and a bunch of parts trucks..



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08-23-2011, 08:48 AM	#16
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Thanks Guys, still color sanding. Maybe done this weekend. Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

09-24-2011, 08:26 PM	#17
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Hey guys, I haven't updated the thread in a while, I ended up repraying some of the base and then hitting it with another three coats of clear. I've been color sanding the new coats of clear and have gotten some really good results this time around. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

09-24-2011, 08:27 PM	#18
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 That looks fantastic!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-01-2011, 11:49 PM	#19
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Ok I got the passenger door and fender color sanded and buffed, rolled it outside for a look. Tomorrow I'll do the hood and cowl and then that's it for the cut and buff. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

10-02-2011, 12:06 AM	#20
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Looks great! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-03-2011, 07:58 PM	#21
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Thanks, a little more progress working on buffing the hood. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

10-06-2011, 10:02 PM	#22
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Ok so tonight I finished up buffing the hood and did as much as I can do on the cowl without mounting it. Next is a few bits and pieces and then assembly starts. Ron Attached Images __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

10-06-2011, 10:39 PM	#23
onebadbowtie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Parsons, KS Posts: 357	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 its looking good man! i can't wait to see it all come together __________________ James 94' Chevy K1500 Extended Cab 4x4 5.7 72' Chevy LWB K10, 350, SM465, NP205 Project "Daily Driver"

10-07-2011, 09:28 AM	#24
ronh72c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mount Forest, Ontario, Canada Posts: 978	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Thanks! I made my list of things left to paint and was surprised at how many little things are left: - Steering Column - body color? or gloss black - gauge cluster - body color - glove box door - body color - ash tray - body color - undercoat floor - undercoat fender wells - tranny + damper - grey - engine touchup - metallic green(supposed to be grey but turned out green) - seat frame - satin black - air cleaner - ? - front bumper - gloss black - grill brackets - satin black - grill surround - gloss black - headlight surround - gloss black? - plastic grill - ? - may make a custom one - flatbed - gloss black single stage (so it's easy to retouch) - rear bumper - probably gloss black, but haven't even bought one Out of that list I still have to weld up the flatbed and wire it. Ron __________________ 72 Chevy C10 (rust repaired, starting body work) 72 GMC 3/4ton 4x4 72 Chevy C20 Suburban 38 Ford Tudor Humpback Sedan (from the darkside) 67 Pontiac Parisienne 55 Studebaker Commander 2dr Hardtop (Starliner) My Youtube channel with Video Updates!

10-07-2011, 08:36 PM	#25
cletis Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 137	Re: Project Git-R-Done - 72 K25 Body looks awesome!!!! I was just thinking to my self that 'I should send my body to this guy'. Turns out you're not that far away. Once again good job.

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