Mark's 66 Burb Build

[Modges'66]

Originally Posted by toocrazy

We got the red striping on Sunday. The 1/4 inch red line breaking up the silver and black looks awesome. We did try 1/16 inch around the front wheel to see how it would look and it doesnt look right. I think it turned the truck from a cool looking hotrod to something bozo the clown would drive

YOU ARE CORRECT!
I makes the wheel look kinda goofy. My bad...But the body stripe looks spot-on!
Nice job!

[toocrazy]

Originally Posted by Modges'66

YOU ARE CORRECT!
I makes the wheel look kinda goofy. My bad...But the body stripe looks spot-on!
Nice job!

No man, it was a great idea and we had to try. Now if you could just figure out how to replace those front turn signals i would be happy. I think I need to find something with a clear lens so they dont stick out so much. After hemifalcon mentioned how bad they look I have an inferiority complex about them now!!

[lolife99]

Burb is killer!

What about using street rod headlights with the turnsignal built into them?

[Modges'66]

I need to look to see what kinda shape it's in, but I think that I have a painted grill without those cool holes in it!...You would need to clean it up & paint it, but you could probably attach & hide the stock lamps behind it...kinda hidden.

[Dinos63]

very cool!

[NewType72]

gourgeous can't even describe how much better the stripe makes the truck except I know the feeling once I put my own silver stripe to split up my white and red it was a whole new truck awesome build can't wait for more on it subbed

[hemifalcon]

Ha hahahahahah... Inferiority complex???? Pullllease...but--I will also ad that this rear letters look like those little magnetic letters that kids put on your refrigerator--(only they never came in black...hmmmm)..
You ought to see if anyone can make decals with similar script as those SS badges if you're so inclined to keep those...
But--I'll agree--that single red-stripe was a good accent to bring the interior "out"... But dammit--don't be dis'in on BOZO--us people watched him as kids--way better than the freaks on kids television nowadays.. (Unless you were scared of clowns)
All in all--it's wrapping up well--try to conceal those front signals somehow---and it'll clean up the canvas in the front... As far as ideas--see if you can't locate a clear lense light that you can place am amber bulb inside of... Might stick-out less... Just a thought--
You've done a great job!
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[toocrazy]

I guess if you don't comment on everyones comment your a jerk.....right?

Originally Posted by lolife99

Burb is killer!

What about using street rod headlights with the turnsignal built into them?

good idea! I am trying to find some other turn signals that look better.

Originally Posted by Modges'66

I need to look to see what kinda shape it's in, but I think that I have a painted grill without those cool holes in it!...You would need to clean it up & paint it, but you could probably attach & hide the stock lamps behind it...kinda hidden.

thanks so much for the offer. I have so much time in sanding and painting the grill I have I really have to keep it. I have some other money I want to spend on the truck so I am going to try to be as resourceful as possible.

Originally Posted by Dinos63

very cool!

I am not sure what this guy is smoking but it looked cool. thanks Dino

Originally Posted by NewType72

gourgeous can't even describe how much better the stripe makes the truck except I know the feeling once I put my own silver stripe to split up my white and red it was a whole new truck awesome build can't wait for more on it subbed

Ya man, it kind of like when your girlfriend or wife gets a haircut........its like being with another woman!

Originally Posted by hemifalcon

Ha hahahahahah... Inferiority complex???? Pullllease...but--I will also ad that this rear letters look like those little magnetic letters that kids put on your refrigerator--(only they never came in black...hmmmm)..
You ought to see if anyone can make decals with similar script as those SS badges if you're so inclined to keep those...
But--I'll agree--that single red-stripe was a good accent to bring the interior "out"... But dammit--don't be dis'in on BOZO--us people watched him as kids--way better than the freaks on kids television nowadays.. (Unless you were scared of clowns)
All in all--it's wrapping up well--try to conceal those front signals somehow---and it'll clean up the canvas in the front... As far as ideas--see if you can't locate a clear lense light that you can place am amber bulb inside of... Might stick-out less... Just a thought--
You've done a great job!
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Dude I know and I have some other letters coming. We took the factory badge and cut it up but it didnt turn out right. Like you said it looks like a refrigerator magnet I was thinking the same way about a clear lens and a amber bulb. Damn, great minds think alike.

This is a great place to hang out and get good ideas. thanks dudes!!

[hemifalcon]

Nah--it's looking good...period...
Curious--what are you doing with the windows?? Tinted? Clear? Mirrored??
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[NewType72]

Ya man, it kind of like when your girlfriend or wife gets a haircut........its like being with another woman!

best example ever!

[toocrazy]

Originally Posted by hemifalcon

Nah--it's looking good...period...
Curious--what are you doing with the windows?? Tinted? Clear? Mirrored??
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We talked about tinting the windows to match the black but I hesitate because of the red interior. I really think it would be cool to see the red interior so I am going to leave the windows clear for now. I just ordered carpet today so once the carpet is in we can throw those seats in and make the call...................or, better yet you guys make the call.

[toocrazy]

hey what is the story with 66 suburban rear bumpers? I thought I would replace mine but can't seem to find one.

[MikeS.]

Originally Posted by toocrazy

hey what is the story with 66 suburban rear bumpers? I thought I would replace mine but can't seem to find one.

AFAIK the 63-66 Burb rear bumpers were all the same. The Burb bumpers are different than the p/u and are just a lot harder to find.

Try finding an Al grill for a 63, especially with the bezels and light rings. It's a 1 off. They are there but hard to find nice ones at a decent price.

The silver you used is similar/close to what I plan on painting the top of my '63, like where you painted black. The body will be Ford hot rod blue though.



The satin nickel color on the right.

You have done a fantastic job with your Burb! My hat is definitely off to you and the ppl helping you. The pic of where the Burb is pulling the Malibu is totally killer.
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[NewType72]

fish bowl it maybe just super light tint at most just to keep the hot sun from burnin ya but that's what a/c is for

[Riveted1]

Have you checked into the 3M Crystalline film? That would keep the interior cooler and protect it, all while allowing you to show it off.

[toocrazy]

Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

what color of carpet are you putting in ?

going with black loop carpeting. I want the seats to stand out more so I thought the black would be the least offensive.

Originally Posted by Riveted1

Have you checked into the 3M Crystalline film? That would keep the interior cooler and protect it, all while allowing you to show it off.

Oh that is cool. I never knew they made this product.

Originally Posted by NewType72

fish bowl it maybe just super light tint at most just to keep the hot sun from burnin ya but that's what a/c is for

yep your right but we can always put the tinting on. For now I want to get the truck finished and then made the window decision.

[toocrazy]

We had a great car show in Sarasota today. Yesterday afternoon we got the bright idea of pulling the Malibu to the show with the suburban. It was the Burb's first outing so ended up with a punch list of things still left to do on it. It did attract alot of attention on the way to the show. Please, no wise cracks about the wagon wheels on the trailer. I guess I need some black wheels or something else so it doesn't look like I ran out of money on the trailer

[McMurphy]

Originally Posted by toocrazy

This is EXACTLY what the intent behind my current build was, a 66 chevy stepside to tow my 66 pontiac to car shows!
Nicely done !!

Since I started this build though we have picked up a 56 chevy 2ton dump bed that will be converted to a car hauler.
Should be fun times !!

[piratexpress1369a]

what color of carpet are you putting in ?

[Mad Rods]

Awesome duo... What is that red truck in background at your house?
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[toocrazy]

Originally Posted by Mad Rods

Awesome duo... What is that red truck in background at your house?
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It is crew cab chevy dually.....4 x 4 with the duramax. 2010 I love the truck and its my daily driver!

[Mad Rods]

Nice!
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[piratexpress1369a]

Originally Posted by Mad Rods

Nice!
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that looks awesome

[clemdaddy]

just caught up with this build. thats a cool burb and very tastefully done. love all your rides and the place, wow what a cool place you have.

will be following along...

[superflysteiny]

So bad a$$