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**N2TRUX** · 09-18-2017, 10:20 PM

While the fender badges dried, I sanded the tailgate band with #220 wet. Once again, I made long straight strokes to ensure nice clean grain lines. Each time I used a flat foam block to keep the pressure even. I repeated the process several times using new paper each time to ensure I was getting nice deep cuts. I worked the entire band until every side was evenly sanded.

I rinsed the band repeatedly then air dried. Once completely dry I used fine line green masking tape to lay crisp straight lines for the accent band. With the perimeter channel masked I covered the band and sprayed the stripe with several light coats of Krylon Satin Black.

**N2TRUX** · 09-18-2017, 10:31 PM

Friday morning was a last minute thrash to get everything back together. We double checked our work and loaded her on the trailer. I used a harbor freight furniture pad and several layers of packing wrap to protect the front end. If you think it looks silly,you have never had to clean love bugs from your grill.

We ran 80 most of the way, but the saran wrap stayed in place. I went to the Waxahachie airport to meet a photographer for a photo shoot. Scarlett got Glamour Shots by Joseph Dowling of Classic truck magazine.

mcbassin · 09-19-2017, 07:10 AM

Very nice work on everything Ken!

aggie91 · 09-19-2017, 11:16 AM

It was great to visit with you and Chris again. You both deserve high fives and pats on the back for a job well done on Scarlett!

**N2TRUX** · 09-19-2017, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Very nice work on everything Ken!

Thank you Michael.

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Originally Posted by aggie91

It was great to visit with you and Chris again. You both deserve high fives and pats on the back for a job well done on Scarlett!

I appreciate the kind words Karl. It was great to chat with you and your son. I wished Momma had allowed him to bring his ride.

**N2TRUX** · 09-19-2017, 02:40 PM

If you follow my @n2trux Instagram feed, you already know that C10s in the Park was a huge success. The show grew from 400 entries last year to 751 this year.

Scarlett was the feature truck for Gears, Wheels and Motors, , Precision Replacement Parts, and Slosh Tubz.

They dont do awards, but have a Top 50 pick. Those in the Top 50 are given VIP parking to the after party on the town square sponsored by GSI Machine

Scarlett was given the honor of a Top 50 pick, but unfortunately could not attend. I had promised my wife a nice dinner with friends to celebrate our anniversary.

UKNOWME · 09-19-2017, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

If you follow my @n2trux Instagram feed, you already know that C10s in the Park was a huge success. The show grew from 400 entries last year to 751 this year.

Scarlett was the feature truck for Gears, Wheels and Motors, , Precision Replacement Parts, and Slosh Tubz.

They dont do awards, but have a Top 50 pick. Those in the Top 50 are given VIP parking to the after party on the town square sponsored by GSI Machine

Scarlett was given the honor of a Top 50 pick, but unfortunately could not attend. I had promised my wife a nice dinner with friends to celebrate our anniversary.

Man I wondered where you were. I was extremely honored to be in that group as well and could not believe it. To even be in the same group as those trucks was amazing.

SCOTI · 09-19-2017, 04:23 PM

Would be nice to know what trucks received the Top 50 pics for those that attended the show but couldn't do the 'after party'. Is there a listing somewhere?

**N2TRUX** · 09-19-2017, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Man I wondered where you were. I was extremely honored to be in that group.....

My wife was gracious enough to allow me to have my fun Friday and Saturday with the requirement she got treated to a nice dinner on Saturday night. Yeah, shes a keeper.
Despite your humble opinion, you truck fit right in the middle of that mix

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Would be nice to know what trucks received the Top 50 pics for those that attended the show but couldn't do the 'after party'. Is there a listing somewhere?

Scot I dont know if there is an official list.

**N2TRUX** · 09-19-2017, 11:41 PM

Saturday at the park was an amazing day. I spent all day answering questions on Scarlett's details. We got a interview with Ronnie Wetch of C10 talk, and one of the local Bloggers. I met a ton of people that I knew from social media and so many more that knew me from my n2trux feed.
Sunday I was able to spend some quality time with n2billet, his wife, and the new rescue dog they adopted. Win, win, win. What a fantastic weekend.

**N2TRUX** · 09-20-2017, 09:36 AM

Scarlett gets a spring in her step. @n2trux has teamed up with RideTech Suspension to showcase the new #ridetech coilover system for 73-87 C10s
The all new kit includes front & rear HQ Series coilovers , front upper & lower StrongArms, bolt-on 4 Link, drop spindles and front and optional rear MuscleBar.
Follow @ridetech_john on his build on the Ridetech 4-Link Coil-Over Install build here in this thread or Instagram

@ridetechsuspension
@ridetech_john
@ridetech_chase

UKNOWME · 09-20-2017, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Scarlett gets a spring in her step. @n2trux has teamed up with RideTech Suspension to showcase the new #ridetech coilover system for 73-87 C10s
The all new kit includes front & rear HQ Series coilovers , front upper & lower StrongArms, bolt-on 4 Link, drop spindles and front and optional rear MuscleBar.
Follow @ridetech_john on his build on the Ridetech 4-Link Coil-Over Install build here in this thread or Instagram

@ridetechsuspension
@ridetech_john
@ridetech_chase

That is the most exciting news I've heard today!!! I have been wanting to find a coilover setup. Curious will you be able to go any lower than you currently are? I've tried to find the info on their website but I have been unsuccessful.

jwilson645 · 09-20-2017, 01:15 PM

Do you clear the tailgate band after the sanding or just leave it natural?

**N2TRUX** · 09-20-2017, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by jwilson645

Do you clear the tailgate band after the sanding or just leave it natural?

For this event I just wiped it with a coating of WD40 to keep it fresh looking. I plan to paint it with a satin clear to minimize maintenance.

**TKCR** · 09-20-2017, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

For this event I just wiped it with a coating of WD40 to keep it fresh looking. I plan to paint it with a satin clear to minimize maintenance.

I wipe mine down with Skin So Soft.

jwilson645 · 09-21-2017, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

For this event I just wiped it with a coating of WD40 to keep it fresh looking. I plan to paint it with a satin clear to minimize maintenance.

Thanks. Mine is UGLY so I'd like to clean it up but wondered about the protection/maintenance.

**N2TRUX** · 09-20-2017, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Scarlett gets a spring in her step. @n2trux has teamed up with RideTech Suspension to showcase the new #ridetech coilover system for 73-87 C10s
The all new kit includes front & rear HQ Series coilovers , front upper & lower StrongArms, bolt-on 4 Link, drop spindles and front and optional rear MuscleBar.
Follow @ridetech_john on his build on the Ridetech 4-Link Coil-Over Install build here in this thread or Instagram
@ridetechsuspension
@ridetech_john
@ridetech_chase

Quote:

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

That is the most exciting news I've heard today!!! I have been wanting to find a coilover setup. Curious will you be able to go any lower than you currently are? I've tried to find the info on their website but I have been unsuccessful.

I added a link to the page.
From what I have been told there is about an inch of variable up or down with out impacting the ride. I hope to go about 3/4" all around.

**TKCR** · 09-20-2017, 12:38 PM

You did a fantastic job on all the emblems and tailgate trim. Scarlett looks complete now that she has a tailgate trim!!
I'm always happy to see those get saved. When my Dad worked at GM, he made that part.

UKNOWME · 09-20-2017, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I added a link to the page.
From what I have been told there is about an inch of variable up or down with out impacting the ride. I hope to go about 3/4" all around.

What's the initial drop though?

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKCR

You did a fantastic job on all the emblems and tailgate trim. Scarlett looks complete now that she has a tailgate trim!!
I'm always happy to see those get saved. When my Dad worked at GM, he made that part.

You should've seen that tailgate band in person. What a work of art! The grain and finish looked perfect even without a coat of clear.

**N2TRUX** · 09-20-2017, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKCR

You did a fantastic job on all the emblems and tailgate trim. Scarlett looks complete now that she has a tailgate trim!!
I'm always happy to see those get saved. When my Dad worked at GM, he made that part.

Quote:

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

What's the initial drop though?
You should've seen that tailgate band in person. What a work of art! The grain and finish looked perfect even without a coat of clear.

Thanks for the kind words. Its far from flawless, but a great improvement over what I started with. I was really proud when the photographer zoomed in on the badges and band for pics and complimented my work.

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Originally Posted by UKNOWME

What's the initial drop though?.

She has CPP 2" spindles on front with a Western Chassis 3" spring. One the rear is a flip kit and shackle for the traditional 5/7 drop.

UKNOWME · 09-20-2017, 10:26 AM

Nevermind, I found it!!!
http://www.ridetech.com/products/sus...1973-1987-c10/

JohnJ@RideTech · 09-20-2017, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Nevermind, I found it!!!
http://www.ridetech.com/products/sus...1973-1987-c10/

Thanks man! Glad you were able to find it.
Let me know if you need anything.

UKNOWME · 09-20-2017, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnJ@RideTech

Thanks man! Glad you were able to find it.
Let me know if you need anything.

John, I need $5900 to buy that badass coilover setup! Can you get that handled? Haha

JohnJ@RideTech · 09-20-2017, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by UKNOWME

John, I need $5900 to buy that badass coilover setup! Can you get that handled? Haha

If you can come up with just the $5900 I can take care of the rest..lol

**N2TRUX** · 09-21-2017, 12:01 AM

In anticipation of the RideTech coil over kit arriving, and another deadline looming over my head I got the ball rolling. I did something I normally forget to do and thats take measurements. I know the "correct" way to get a baseline is to measure from the center of the wheel to the bottom of the fender. Unfortunately thats not an option when you are trying to hold a tape measure straight an lean back to snap a picture.

As mentioned Scarlett currently has a CPP 2" spindle and Wester Chassis 3" coil. She is riding on Bell Tech shocks with and extender on the rear set. The axle is flipped out back and a shackle added for a traditional 5/7 drop. No C-notch in yet.

09-18-2017, 10:20 PM	#1
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" While the fender badges dried, I sanded the tailgate band with #220 wet. Once again, I made long straight strokes to ensure nice clean grain lines. Each time I used a flat foam block to keep the pressure even. I repeated the process several times using new paper each time to ensure I was getting nice deep cuts. I worked the entire band until every side was evenly sanded. I rinsed the band repeatedly then air dried. Once completely dry I used fine line green masking tape to lay crisp straight lines for the accent band. With the perimeter channel masked I covered the band and sprayed the stripe with several light coats of Krylon Satin Black. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 09-18-2017 at 10:28 PM.

09-19-2017, 07:10 AM	#3
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Very nice work on everything Ken! __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

09-19-2017, 11:16 AM	#4
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" It was great to visit with you and Chris again. You both deserve high fives and pats on the back for a job well done on Scarlett! __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

09-19-2017, 02:40 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" If you follow my @n2trux Instagram feed, you already know that C10s in the Park was a huge success. The show grew from 400 entries last year to 751 this year. Scarlett was the feature truck for Gears, Wheels and Motors, , Precision Replacement Parts, and Slosh Tubz. They dont do awards, but have a Top 50 pick. Those in the Top 50 are given VIP parking to the after party on the town square sponsored by GSI Machine Scarlett was given the honor of a Top 50 pick, but unfortunately could not attend. I had promised my wife a nice dinner with friends to celebrate our anniversary. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-19-2017, 04:23 PM	#8
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,943	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Would be nice to know what trucks received the Top 50 pics for those that attended the show but couldn't do the 'after party'. Is there a listing somewhere? __________________ 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.*

09-18-2017, 10:31 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Friday morning was a last minute thrash to get everything back together. We double checked our work and loaded her on the trailer. I used a harbor freight furniture pad and several layers of packing wrap to protect the front end. If you think it looks silly,you have never had to clean love bugs from your grill. We ran 80 most of the way, but the saran wrap stayed in place. I went to the Waxahachie airport to meet a photographer for a photo shoot. Scarlett got Glamour Shots by Joseph Dowling of Classic truck magazine. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-19-2017, 11:41 PM	#10
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Saturday at the park was an amazing day. I spent all day answering questions on Scarlett's details. We got a interview with Ronnie Wetch of C10 talk, and one of the local Bloggers. I met a ton of people that I knew from social media and so many more that knew me from my n2trux feed. Sunday I was able to spend some quality time with n2billet, his wife, and the new rescue dog they adopted. Win, win, win. What a fantastic weekend. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 09-19-2017 at 11:48 PM.

09-20-2017, 09:36 AM	#11
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Scarlett gets a spring in her step. @n2trux has teamed up with RideTech Suspension to showcase the new #ridetech coilover system for 73-87 C10s The all new kit includes front & rear HQ Series coilovers , front upper & lower StrongArms, bolt-on 4 Link, drop spindles and front and optional rear MuscleBar. Follow @ridetech_john on his build on the Ridetech 4-Link Coil-Over Install build here in this thread or Instagram @ridetechsuspension @ridetech_john @ridetech_chase Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 09-20-2017 at 12:05 PM.

09-20-2017, 01:15 PM	#13
jwilson645 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Morris, Alabama Posts: 184	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Do you clear the tailgate band after the sanding or just leave it natural?

09-20-2017, 12:38 PM	#18
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,924	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" You did a fantastic job on all the emblems and tailgate trim. Scarlett looks complete now that she has a tailgate trim!! I'm always happy to see those get saved. When my Dad worked at GM, he made that part. __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

09-20-2017, 10:26 AM	#21
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" Nevermind, I found it!!! http://www.ridetech.com/products/sus...1973-1987-c10/ __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

09-21-2017, 12:01 AM	#25
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" In anticipation of the RideTech coil over kit arriving, and another deadline looming over my head I got the ball rolling. I did something I normally forget to do and thats take measurements. I know the "correct" way to get a baseline is to measure from the center of the wheel to the bottom of the fender. Unfortunately thats not an option when you are trying to hold a tape measure straight an lean back to snap a picture. As mentioned Scarlett currently has a CPP 2" spindle and Wester Chassis 3" coil. She is riding on Bell Tech shocks with and extender on the rear set. The axle is flipped out back and a shackle added for a traditional 5/7 drop. No C-notch in yet. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 09-21-2017 at 12:09 AM.



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