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Old 11-07-2008, 02:40 PM   #1
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Welcome. That truck appears to be in extraordinary shape for being in Alaska. I was in Anchorage a couple of years ago and seemed like every vehicle more that 3-4 years old that was used during the winter was visibly rusting out. As to copying colors I have no problem with it, Cal and 1sik52 probably got their inspiriation from cars or trucks they saw, I can think back to the 60's & 70's when the red-orange and green metalics were popular (look a the factory colors). It is your truck do what you wish with it.
Thanks for the welcome OrrieG, Rust is a huge issue up here. I lucked out when I stumbled across this one. I have been following your build thread and It looks like you are doing a great job. I actually have a few questions for you but I dont want to mess up this thead so I will ask them on your build thread. Thanks again
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Old 11-09-2008, 04:22 PM   #2
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Thanks for the welcome OrrieG, Rust is a huge issue up here. I lucked out when I stumbled across this one. I have been following your build thread and It looks like you are doing a great job. I actually have a few questions for you but I dont want to mess up this thead so I will ask them on your build thread. Thanks again
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Old 11-09-2008, 07:13 PM   #3
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Boy's all so sweet ,still wating for my clip .pictures to come soon ,Robert
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Old 11-13-2008, 12:50 AM   #4
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Hello from Alaska, I picked up this 56 original 1/2 ton Napco 4X4 a few months ago. I'm getting ready to take it down to the frame and upgrade a few things and get it painted. Picking a color is driving me crazy. What's the etiquette for copying another dudes color? CAL58's prowler orange is awesome. And Im thinking about a green similar to 1sik52's. Its going to be tough. I will keep you all posted once I get started. (just had back surgery yesterday so it will be awhile) This is my first post and I want to thank you all for the inspiration and great information you so freely pass on in a positive fun manner.
I can't speak for 1sik52, but I have no problem with someone else using the same color. A guy I know were I live is building a 67 pro street long bed. He liked the color of my truck, but as he said, "I didn't want to copy it" and that I might get upset. I told him, hey I don't own that color and if anything, someone else wanting the same color just mean I made the right choice. So paint yours prowler orange, it's okay with me.

P.S. If you do, post apicture!
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Old 11-13-2008, 01:42 AM   #5
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Old 11-13-2008, 10:22 PM   #6
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I can't speak for 1sik52, but I have no problem with someone else using the same color. A guy I know were I live is building a 67 pro street long bed. He liked the color of my truck, but as he said, "I didn't want to copy it" and that I might get upset. I told him, hey I don't own that color and if anything, someone else wanting the same color just mean I made the right choice. So paint yours prowler orange, it's okay with me.

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Old 11-14-2008, 08:49 AM   #7
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current state of my 50 project

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Old 11-15-2008, 02:47 PM   #8
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Hello from Alaska, I picked up this 56 original 1/2 ton Napco 4X4 a few months ago. I'm getting ready to take it down to the frame and upgrade a few things and get it painted. Picking a color is driving me crazy. What's the etiquette for copying another dudes color? CAL58's prowler orange is awesome. And Im thinking about a green similar to 1sik52's. Its going to be tough. I will keep you all posted once I get started. (just had back surgery yesterday so it will be awhile) This is my first post and I want to thank you all for the inspiration and great information you so freely pass on in a positive fun manner.
Nice Truck man, what size tires are you running?
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Old 11-15-2008, 08:40 PM   #9
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Old 11-17-2008, 09:29 PM   #10
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I can't speak for 1sik52, but I have no problem with someone else using the same color. A guy I know were I live is building a 67 pro street long bed. He liked the color of my truck, but as he said, "I didn't want to copy it" and that I might get upset. I told him, hey I don't own that color and if anything, someone else wanting the same color just mean I made the right choice. So paint yours prowler orange, it's okay with me.

P.S. If you do, post apicture!
Thanks for the feedback. If my truck turns out half as well as yours I will be a happy man. Reading your build thread was like reading a good book (literally) with a great ending. Now im waiting for a sequel!! Come on man start another build!! Or better yet come to Alaska and build mine. You built a low one, come and build a high one!! I know some good fishin spots. haha
I will definitley post some pics when I get started and I pick a color. If I ever make up my mind... I feel a coin flip coming on.....
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Nice Truck man, what size tires are you running?
Thanks, Your truck is another source of inspiration.The tires are 305/70/16BFG A/T's. I think they are about 33".
Im not sure if I like the look of the 16" wheel. Im kinda partial to the look of the 15" wheels on the big tires. Are you runnin 16's? They look good. I might have to change my way of thinking.
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Old 11-19-2008, 12:55 AM   #11
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Now im waiting for a sequel!! Come on man start another build!!
I would love to start a new build, but the bank went dry on this one. If I were to do somthing it would be a rat rod of some sort. I like the fact you can build somthing cool with out having to dump a bunch of money into it.

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Old 11-19-2008, 11:40 AM   #12
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Here's some I've had saved. Non are mine.







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Old 11-07-2008, 02:53 PM   #13
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still 50% left to do... purchased in high school 1983 175 bucks painted 4 times...
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Old 11-09-2008, 11:08 AM   #15
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Old 11-09-2008, 12:18 PM   #16
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I'll add my 1st 55 to the mix with some new goodies this summer.
New radiator , electric fan , Vintage air , 290 hp crate engine , performance Th 350 trans , Sanderson headers , and a reconfigured steering shaft.
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Old 11-11-2008, 04:30 PM   #18
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Chrome won't get you home, but it sure does look nice! At least you're getting use out of your pick up. I have an extremely expensive paper wieght in my garage. I say drive it(with or without chrome)!
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Chrome won't get you home, but it sure does look nice! At least you're getting use out of your pick up. I have an extremely expensive paper wieght in my garage. I say drive it(with or without chrome)!
Oh trust me....I've been driving the tires off it. Went to Hickory NC this past weekend (about 2 1/2 hours one way). Froze my toes off due to a couple holes I forgot to plug up. But other than leaking a little oil around the intake I had no problems. Loved all the thumbs up I was getting while driving it down there. It's an awesome feeling getting thumbs up from old and young people and the weird looks are priceless
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I dig those looks too!
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I'm new here, wished I would have found this site a few years ago. Lots of great info, and some great trucks. Just finished bolting mine together, still needs interior, wheels,tires and rear bumper.
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I'm new here, wished I would have found this site a few years ago. Lots of great info, and some great trucks. Just finished bolting mine together, still needs interior, wheels,tires and rear bumper.

damm good looking truck.. I hooe mine come out like that!
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ok,heres my 55 , ive got it down to just the cab and frame right now but i hope to have it back on the street by spring
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There seemed to be a slight shortage of task force trucks being pictured so here's a couple of shots of mine. I was starting to get the urge to go get that '52 project I've been eyeballing lately. And welcome to the site bigg4104.. It looks like you'll fit right in.
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Great looking trucks here; good work guys!
However I don't know how to post pictures directly to the forum. Can someone fill me in on this?
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