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litew8 · 08-21-2013, 03:09 PM

@ the IA state fair 2013. Prohibition officially over

I cut out the faces from this photo, but we had all 4 filled

litew8 · 08-26-2013, 02:52 PM

Well, it's about 100 degrees here today, with humidity.
We didn't get much finished, but thinking the cab might be painted before week's end.
Got the truck spun around and ready for the next phase: sanding.
Should we dry or wet sand? What are your experiences or preference? Thanks

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2013, 03:54 PM

I'd wet sand, youre going to make it wet from sweat this week anyway!

litew8 · 08-26-2013, 05:08 PM

The garage has A/C

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2013, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by litew8

The garage has A/C

That's cheatin.......

litew8 · 08-26-2013, 07:14 PM

It'll be a nice 80 even with air.
We're running the A/C all tonight for tomorrow morning.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2013, 08:44 PM

I don't blaim you one bit!!!

litew8 · 08-28-2013, 09:09 PM

Got the 'top' (bottom of back window up) portion of the cab sanded today.
We'll just paint it (white) first to get it out of the way then work on the rest of the cab next week.

litew8 · 09-03-2013, 11:45 PM

Wow, step away for a few days and get bumped down to page 4 lol
Who wants to see some paint

- I'll post up the pics soon.

Low Elco · 09-04-2013, 08:32 AM

Yee haw paint! Can't wait to see!
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**oldman3** · 09-04-2013, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by litew8

who wants to see some paint

- I'll post up the pics soon.

You know you don't have to ask, this group is always ready for pics

...Jim

mcbassin · 09-04-2013, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by litew8

Got the truck spun around and ready for the next phase: sanding.
Should we dry or wet sand? What are your experiences or preference? Thanks

Personally, I would dry sand to do your blocking on high build primer. Start with 180-320 (depending on your preference, straightness, and whether or not you will be re-priming). Then go to wet sanding starting at 400 finishing with 600 before paint. good luck

litew8 · 09-04-2013, 11:28 AM

Thanks Mike

My younger brother is an x-body man who is set in his ways

but likes to see what others think for some stuff.
Grab your cup of coffee and check out some pics

Taped up and wet sanded.

Grease remover after finished sanding and right before primer/paint.

Non-sanding primer

Some white

No A/C running (throughout any painting process) at this stage of the game.
Here's where the temps climbed.

Yesterday. Sanding clear.

On to buffing

a good feeling the top is out of the way, finished!

Low Elco · 09-04-2013, 01:06 PM

Looks great!

**oldman3** · 09-04-2013, 02:44 PM

Sweeeeet...Jim

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-04-2013, 02:47 PM

Looks very nice! You're getting closer and closer!

El Campo · 09-04-2013, 10:09 PM

Love the way the white looks!
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litew8 · 09-05-2013, 03:05 PM

Thanks all

litew8 · 09-06-2013, 07:40 PM

Went to install the rear window, but that didn't go so well

Not sure if it's the original weatherstriping's age (if original) or not contributing the the problem.
The deluxe chrome trim doesn't want to seat properly on the top corners.
The rubber curls in too much there too, causing a poor, improper seal against truck.
Bought a new Precision (the only one I could find on the net) seal.
Should arrive middle of next week and the rear window will be installed

Until then, we'll be... you guessed it, sanding.

I'll post up a pic later of the deluxe trim trouble.

litew8 · 09-08-2013, 03:01 PM

Pictures as promised. Here's what the deluxe chrome rear window trim is doing.
I think the seal shrunk while off of the truck, and now, well

Both sides (top corners) look like this:

mcbassin · 09-08-2013, 09:44 PM

Awesome progress on the paint!

rou · 09-09-2013, 11:32 AM

I am at the same point in my build. I bought seals from Brother's and they said they are Precision. The rear window gasket is too big, so I have excess on the top and no bending under. I am afraid it will bunch up on install. The windshield is curling under just like your photo above. I am wondering if these will work themselves out during install. My cab is being painted tomorrow, so I should be working this next weekend.

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chevy2racr · 09-09-2013, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Nice work on your truck! I love the Iowa State Fair, but good lord you can waste a lot of money there so fast!

I know by the time i was done at the fair, first saturday 8AM til 10PM, a lot of time spent at the craft beer tent.... i wish i only killed $100....

litew8 · 09-09-2013, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Awesome progress on the paint!

Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by rou

I am at the same point in my build. I bought seals from Brother's and they said they are Precision. The rear window gasket is too big, so I have excess on the top and no bending under. I am afraid it will bunch up on install. The windshield is curling under just like your photo above. I am wondering if these will work themselves out during install. My cab is being painted tomorrow, so I should be working this next weekend.

Hard to see but excess gasket on Rear top
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The next two show the top left on the windshield. The gasket is bending under like yours. The two trim pieces don't meet in the middle as a result. I hope when we install the windshield the gasket will fold out and let me push the trim into the slot.
Attachment 1150099
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Now you've got me worried that we are doing something wrong and that's why it isn't seating properly

Seriously, my windshield guy said they were pulling the corners out but they'd just get sucked back in and couldn't get it to sit right. Did your seal come in a green (or labled) bag marked Precision?

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevy2racr

I know by the time i was done at the fair, first saturday 8AM til 10PM, a lot of time spent at the craft beer tent.... i wish i only killed $100....

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rou · 09-10-2013, 07:57 AM

Yesterday I ordered a new set of Precision seals from GMCPauls just to make sure I have the right ones. The bag mine came in was clear and did not have a manufacturer on it. Here is a good video on how to install the windshield: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOU_0...ature=youtu.be

I will keep you posted on the progress once the new seals arrive.

Rou

08-21-2013, 03:09 PM	#826
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" @ the IA state fair 2013. Prohibition officially over I cut out the faces from this photo, but we had all 4 filled __________________ project: "my happy mess" Last edited by litew8; 08-21-2013 at 03:21 PM.

08-26-2013, 02:52 PM	#827
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Well, it's about 100 degrees here today, with humidity. We didn't get much finished, but thinking the cab might be painted before week's end. Got the truck spun around and ready for the next phase: sanding. Should we dry or wet sand? What are your experiences or preference? Thanks __________________ project: "my happy mess"

08-26-2013, 03:54 PM	#828
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" I'd wet sand, youre going to make it wet from sweat this week anyway! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-26-2013, 05:08 PM	#829
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" The garage has A/C __________________ project: "my happy mess"

08-26-2013, 07:14 PM	#831
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" It'll be a nice 80 even with air. We're running the A/C all tonight for tomorrow morning. __________________ project: "my happy mess"

08-26-2013, 08:44 PM	#832
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" I don't blaim you one bit!!! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-28-2013, 09:09 PM	#833
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Got the 'top' (bottom of back window up) portion of the cab sanded today. We'll just paint it (white) first to get it out of the way then work on the rest of the cab next week. __________________ project: "my happy mess"

09-03-2013, 11:45 PM	#834
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Wow, step away for a few days and get bumped down to page 4 lol Who wants to see some paint - I'll post up the pics soon. __________________ project: "my happy mess"

09-04-2013, 08:32 AM	#835
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Yee haw paint! Can't wait to see! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

09-04-2013, 11:28 AM	#838
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Thanks Mike My younger brother is an x-body man who is set in his ways but likes to see what others think for some stuff. Grab your cup of coffee and check out some pics Taped up and wet sanded. Grease remover after finished sanding and right before primer/paint. Non-sanding primer Some white No A/C running (throughout any painting process) at this stage of the game. Here's where the temps climbed. Yesterday. Sanding clear. On to buffing a good feeling the top is out of the way, finished! __________________ project: "my happy mess" Last edited by litew8; 09-04-2013 at 11:34 AM.

09-04-2013, 01:06 PM	#839
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Looks great! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

09-04-2013, 02:44 PM	#840
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Sweeeeet...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

09-04-2013, 02:47 PM	#841
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Looks very nice! You're getting closer and closer! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-04-2013, 10:09 PM	#842
El Campo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: El Campo, Tx Posts: 1,246	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Love the way the white looks! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 Chevy blue LWB, 99% original Oklahoma truck, 28,000 miles 72 Chevy SWB: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486626 (Attempt/Mistake #2) 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide with 2007 Street Bob front end 2000 Ford F350 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB, 310,000 miles running great (STOLEN St. Patricks Day 2014 AND NEVER RECOVERED) 2002 Ford F250 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB (To replace stolen one) Hook em Horns!!!

09-05-2013, 03:05 PM	#843
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Thanks all __________________ project: "my happy mess"



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09-06-2013, 07:40 PM	#844
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Went to install the rear window, but that didn't go so well Not sure if it's the original weatherstriping's age (if original) or not contributing the the problem. The deluxe chrome trim doesn't want to seat properly on the top corners. The rubber curls in too much there too, causing a poor, improper seal against truck. Bought a new Precision (the only one I could find on the net) seal. Should arrive middle of next week and the rear window will be installed Until then, we'll be... you guessed it, sanding. I'll post up a pic later of the deluxe trim trouble. __________________ project: "my happy mess"

09-08-2013, 03:01 PM	#845
litew8 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 3,016	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Pictures as promised. Here's what the deluxe chrome rear window trim is doing. I think the seal shrunk while off of the truck, and now, well Both sides (top corners) look like this: __________________ project: "my happy mess"

09-08-2013, 09:44 PM	#846
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Awesome progress on the paint! __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

09-09-2013, 11:32 AM	#847
rou I can see the finish line! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: York County, Maine Posts: 88	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" I am at the same point in my build. I bought seals from Brother's and they said they are Precision. The rear window gasket is too big, so I have excess on the top and no bending under. I am afraid it will bunch up on install. The windshield is curling under just like your photo above. I am wondering if these will work themselves out during install. My cab is being painted tomorrow, so I should be working this next weekend. Hard to see but excess gasket on Rear top The next two show the top left on the windshield. The gasket is bending under like yours. The two trim pieces don't meet in the middle as a result. I hope when we install the windshield the gasket will fold out and let me push the trim into the slot. __________________ 1971 C20 402BB In the process of a rebuild now Our first Build - '71 C20 LWB

09-10-2013, 07:57 AM	#850
rou I can see the finish line! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: York County, Maine Posts: 88	Re: Project "My Happy Mess" Yesterday I ordered a new set of Precision seals from GMCPauls just to make sure I have the right ones. The bag mine came in was clear and did not have a manufacturer on it. Here is a good video on how to install the windshield: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOU_0...ature=youtu.be I will keep you posted on the progress once the new seals arrive. Rou __________________ 1971 C20 402BB In the process of a rebuild now Our first Build - '71 C20 LWB

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