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ajgriffin · 02-07-2021, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by TA_C10

I've been wondering about this!

TA_C10 · 03-27-2021, 05:43 PM

It's been a while, out of town for few months, but wife told me to go for it. Happy birthday to me. I can't wait to get this installed. Oh, and while Ive been gone my plates showed up, it's legal after 2.5 years. Boom.

Southpaw69 · 03-27-2021, 06:12 PM

Nice, good to see you getting back at it!

**MDPotter** · 03-29-2021, 09:27 AM

That's an upgrade that I've got on my wish list. Should make for some more "spirited" driving.

jjzepplin · 03-30-2021, 08:07 AM

Interested in how this performs. I have a stock posi in my 72 Blazer and have never had one before. My 2014 has a G80 locker with 3.42 gears and is a blast to drive. I know the G80 is a ticking bomb but for now is fun. This may be in my Christmas wish list.

TA_C10 · 05-21-2021, 11:46 AM

Finishing up the hidden hitch, my new extended tongue arrived. It's perfect length at 16".

SCOTI · 05-21-2021, 03:37 PM

2qty thumbs

regan wilson · 05-21-2021, 07:07 PM

That's nice.

cornerstone · 05-22-2021, 12:55 AM

Sweet plates brother. Did you get the Detroit locker installed yet? I can't wait to get a ride in this truck!

**Kronald_70GMC** · 05-22-2021, 01:11 AM

Looks awesome!

TA_C10 · 05-23-2021, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by cornerstone

Sweet plates brother. Did you get the Detroit locker installed yet? I can't wait to get a ride in this truck!

Not yet man. I've decided to go ahead and repaint cab forward soon. Ugh. But the locker will be just after that.

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Scurry67 · 05-28-2021, 12:23 AM

Awesome update. Have you been driving it much?

TA_C10 · 05-28-2021, 12:32 AM

I drive it all the time now. I can't help it...

**Kronald_70GMC** · 05-28-2021, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by TA_C10

I drive it all the time now. I can't help it...

Right on! These trucks deserve to be driven!

TA_C10 · 05-31-2021, 01:55 PM

So I've drove the truck in rain couple times now. And rust starting to come through inside cowl. I was not able to get in there good enough with wire wheel and get it cleaned out obviously. This was 2 years ago and didn't know what I was doing. I have no idea what I can do to fix this without starting over, getting in there cleaning it out then repainting.... Any ideas? Do I even worry about it since it's in the cowl? Will it last 5-7 years?

TA_C10 · 05-31-2021, 02:11 PM

Decided to finish paint, front half of truck was different shade due to me learning the painting process(too high PSI). Bed color is what I am matching. Bed done at 12 PSI. Front half was various PSI on different panels and also a mix of gun speed trying to figure it out. Yeah.... I know....

Scuffed and almost ready for paint.

SCOTI · 05-31-2021, 06:16 PM

Not good painting weather. Humidity this high will cause a possible 'splotchy' appearance.

TA_C10 · 06-01-2021, 04:23 PM

Yeah I gave up. Too much rain...

**MDPotter** · 06-03-2021, 11:43 AM

I, like you, learned the hard way spraying. I painted my dad's 64 a blue metallic and I have the same matching issue between panels. He doesn't seem to mind, but it bothers me. Someday I want to reshoot it...

As far as the cowl goes, I wouldn't lose too much sleep over it. What I would do is scuff it and brush on some Chassis Saver (can go over rust) to lock down the rust. The ideal process would be to strip it of the paint and rust and go over with epoxy primer, but that's more involved than the first option.

Glad you've been driving it!

TA_C10 · 06-04-2021, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MDPotter

I, like you, learned the hard way spraying. I painted my dad's 64 a blue metallic and I have the same matching issue between panels. He doesn't seem to mind, but it bothers me. Someday I want to reshoot it...

As far as the cowl goes, I wouldn't lose too much sleep over it. What I would do is scuff it and brush on some Chassis Saver (can go over rust) to lock down the rust. The ideal process would be to strip it of the paint and rust and go over with epoxy primer, but that's more involved than the first option.

Glad you've been driving it!

Yeah it sucks but I've gotten motivated again so it's getting resprayed ASAP. And thanks, I have some POR-15 left or I have Eastwood rust inhibitor. I like option 1, hit it with a brush. Thanks.

TA_C10 · 06-04-2021, 06:42 PM

I was able to get the hood sprayed yesterday. 2 coats epoxy, 3 coats high build.

SCOTI · 06-04-2021, 08:00 PM

From my limited experience & what I learned in school... Your panels should always be 'set-up' for applying color coat the same way they would be positioned on the vehicle; especially w/metallics or a pearl color.

TA_C10 · 06-05-2021, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

From my limited experience & what I learned in school... Your panels should always be 'set-up' for applying color coat the same way they would be positioned on the vehicle; especially w/metallics or a pearl color.

Yeah I've read that several times from different sources, but then I watch these power nation shows and other shows and you see them spraying hoods like I have mine hung. Metallics. Of course they are in a controlled booth and they do this for a living LoL. So my plan is to final sand my hood, paint the underneath side with color. Then install it back on truck and paint the truck put together.

SCOTI · 06-05-2021, 02:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TA_C10

Yeah I've read that several times from different sources, but then I watch these power nation shows and other shows and you see them spraying hoods like I have mine hung. Metallics. Of course they are in a controlled booth and they do this for a living LoL. So my plan is to final sand my hood, paint the underneath side with color. Then install it back on truck and paint the truck put together.

Just a suggestion. You're correct though in that pro's have a definite advantage over the weekender.

Equipment, skill, & experience make things fair much better when having to make choices to ensure quality results.

TA_C10 · 06-13-2021, 06:24 AM

Ready for paint! I need to finish hood to 600 grit tomorrow, already painted underneath. Install the hood, wipe her clean and start spraying.

03-27-2021, 05:43 PM	#1077
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 It's been a while, out of town for few months, but wife told me to go for it. Happy birthday to me. I can't wait to get this installed. Oh, and while Ive been gone my plates showed up, it's legal after 2.5 years. Boom. __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

03-27-2021, 06:12 PM	#1078
Southpaw69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 92	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Nice, good to see you getting back at it!

03-29-2021, 09:27 AM	#1079
MDPotter Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 1,165	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 That's an upgrade that I've got on my wish list. Should make for some more "spirited" driving. __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 - Gen IV 5.3 Restomod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=768632 1968 GMC C15 - Gen III 6.0 Restomod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=772047 1969 Chevy C10 - Restoration http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809184 1978 Chevy Scottsdale K20 1993 Chevy C1500 - 5.3/T56 swapped 2008 Silverado Duramax

03-30-2021, 08:07 AM	#1080
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Interested in how this performs. I have a stock posi in my 72 Blazer and have never had one before. My 2014 has a G80 locker with 3.42 gears and is a blast to drive. I know the G80 is a ticking bomb but for now is fun. This may be in my Christmas wish list. __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350

05-21-2021, 11:46 AM	#1081
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Finishing up the hidden hitch, my new extended tongue arrived. It's perfect length at 16". __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

05-21-2021, 03:37 PM	#1082
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,072	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 2qty thumbs __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-21-2021, 07:07 PM	#1083
regan wilson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tyler texas Posts: 1,541	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 That's nice. __________________ NHRA Super Street 469C It only runs 10.90 at 156 mph I was Dragtruck when Dragtruck wasn't Cool!

05-22-2021, 12:55 AM	#1084
cornerstone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Azle,Texas Posts: 2,248	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Sweet plates brother. Did you get the Detroit locker installed yet? I can't wait to get a ride in this truck! __________________ Brian 1972 C10, "Loyd", LWB to SWB, 5.3, L83/6L80e, 4:11 Tru Trac, Air Ride, VA, DD, 20" Coys, 4 wheel disc, A quick LS swap turned into a 6 year frame off resto-mod.

05-22-2021, 01:11 AM	#1085
Kronald_70GMC Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Martensville, Saskatchewan Posts: 969	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Looks awesome! __________________ Kyle 1970 GMC "Project Splice" 2017 Yukon Denali (Daily Driver) IG: kyle_ronald

05-28-2021, 12:23 AM	#1087
Scurry67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 329	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Awesome update. Have you been driving it much? __________________ 67 SWB First Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=777171

05-28-2021, 12:32 AM	#1088
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 I drive it all the time now. I can't help it... __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

05-31-2021, 01:55 PM	#1090
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 So I've drove the truck in rain couple times now. And rust starting to come through inside cowl. I was not able to get in there good enough with wire wheel and get it cleaned out obviously. This was 2 years ago and didn't know what I was doing. I have no idea what I can do to fix this without starting over, getting in there cleaning it out then repainting.... Any ideas? Do I even worry about it since it's in the cowl? Will it last 5-7 years? __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

05-31-2021, 02:11 PM	#1091
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Decided to finish paint, front half of truck was different shade due to me learning the painting process(too high PSI). Bed color is what I am matching. Bed done at 12 PSI. Front half was various PSI on different panels and also a mix of gun speed trying to figure it out. Yeah.... I know.... Scuffed and almost ready for paint. __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

05-31-2021, 06:16 PM	#1092
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,072	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Not good painting weather. Humidity this high will cause a possible 'splotchy' appearance. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

06-01-2021, 04:23 PM	#1093
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Yeah I gave up. Too much rain... __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".



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06-03-2021, 11:43 AM	#1094
MDPotter Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 1,165	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 I, like you, learned the hard way spraying. I painted my dad's 64 a blue metallic and I have the same matching issue between panels. He doesn't seem to mind, but it bothers me. Someday I want to reshoot it... As far as the cowl goes, I wouldn't lose too much sleep over it. What I would do is scuff it and brush on some Chassis Saver (can go over rust) to lock down the rust. The ideal process would be to strip it of the paint and rust and go over with epoxy primer, but that's more involved than the first option. Glad you've been driving it! __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 - Gen IV 5.3 Restomod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=768632 1968 GMC C15 - Gen III 6.0 Restomod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=772047 1969 Chevy C10 - Restoration http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809184 1978 Chevy Scottsdale K20 1993 Chevy C1500 - 5.3/T56 swapped 2008 Silverado Duramax

06-04-2021, 06:42 PM	#1096
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 I was able to get the hood sprayed yesterday. 2 coats epoxy, 3 coats high build. __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

06-04-2021, 08:00 PM	#1097
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,072	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 From my limited experience & what I learned in school... Your panels should always be 'set-up' for applying color coat the same way they would be positioned on the vehicle; especially w/metallics or a pearl color. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

06-13-2021, 06:24 AM	#1100
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: TA_C10: Stage 1 Ready for paint! I need to finish hood to 600 grit tomorrow, already painted underneath. Install the hood, wipe her clean and start spraying. __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

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