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77BBGMC · 11-04-2011, 11:09 PM

Great build, attention to detail is impressive!
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**Bowtie468** · 11-05-2011, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 77BBGMC

Great build, attention to detail is impressive!
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Thank you, 77BB

**Bowtie468** · 12-16-2011, 12:39 AM

I was able to spend some time on the truck these last few days. I tackeled the rear glass trim as well as getting it all installed on the cab. Most of the trim was in fairly good shape. Maybe a slight ding here and there. The worst piece had a nasty crease which was caused by a buddy getting a little too anxious to get it removed !

Here a pic of the damaged section.

**Bowtie468** · 12-16-2011, 12:48 AM

Next pic was after a short time with the hammer and dolly. Still needs more hammer work to remove the highs and lows. Second pic shows it back straight again. Just need to sand it down some and remove the scratches. the pics that follow will show the progress.

**Bowtie468** · 12-16-2011, 12:51 AM

All polished up and ready to install on gasket.

Spray-Bomb · 12-16-2011, 02:02 AM

Sweet truck, love the sound of that engine

mcbassin · 12-16-2011, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Bowtie468

All polished up and ready to install on gasket.

Hey, that looks great! More info on the polishing please? Are you using a bench grinder type polisher or pneumatic type? Anything special about the removal of the trim to keep from damaging? or is it better to just cut the old gasket out of the window?

I may have some questions for you on the install too when I get to that point.thanks

**67cheby** · 12-16-2011, 10:45 AM

nice work !!

chevytruckluver · 12-16-2011, 11:16 AM

^^^ what he said!

thor · 12-16-2011, 12:04 PM

Nice straightening, sanding, buffing, and polishing. Looks like new!

Bennett68C10 · 12-16-2011, 12:35 PM

Wow you really do some nice work, great looking build.

**Bowtie468** · 12-16-2011, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Hey, that looks great! More info on the polishing please? Are you using a bench grinder type polisher or pneumatic type? Anything special about the removal of the trim to keep from damaging? or is it better to just cut the old gasket out of the window?

I may have some questions for you on the install too when I get to that point.thanks

Hey Mike , yes I'm using a bench grinder style buffer . It's an 8 in that I bought at Northern Tools. Eastwood also has them. Also, I personally prefer to cut the old gasket to remove the glass . Then the trim can be safely removed without fear of damaging it .

Once you have everything u need , get an old piece to practice on. U can put some dings or creases in it and then work it to get them out. You'll be more than comfortable when u start working with your good trim .

Just ask away if you need any more specifics , I'll be glad to help !
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STOCKISH · 01-09-2012, 10:27 PM

Looking great man, cant wait to see it together.

smbrouss70 · 01-18-2012, 11:12 AM

I have been lucky enough to be a Beta tester for Carter Hickman's newest software for House of Kolor's Digital Paint Booth. This new version is lightyears ahead of the older 2 versions that I have played with. This version is actually a 3D rendering program where you can change wheels, vehicle height, turn trim and emblems on and off, as well as simply change the color (as long as it is a HOK color

). The coolest thing about the software is that when you change backgrounds, all of the reflections change too. If you spin the truck or raise or lower your veiwing angle you can watch all of the reflections move around on the truck. You really have to see the software in person to truly appreciate all of Carter's hard work that is involved in this. My hat is off to Carter for providing us with some super software for our hobby! This software should be available to everyone very soon, and it is worth every penny!!

I figured that I would help Chris out with a few renderings while I could. For a while there he was unsure about painting the grill white while leaving the rest of the truck black. As you can see, his truck is going to look Killer! Chris, I also made a few animated .gif's of the truck in each background for you. I hope you like them Chris!

**67cheby** · 01-18-2012, 11:16 AM

Sweet !! Carter is the man !

butternut1972 · 01-18-2012, 11:48 AM

WOW! That is killer.

thor · 01-18-2012, 12:40 PM

That program is amazing! Those renderings are incredible! Looks like you take a photo and draw on top (in very layman's terms)???

chevytruckluver · 01-18-2012, 02:14 PM

amazing effects with the backgrounds changing

**Bowtie468** · 01-18-2012, 07:49 PM

Dang !!!!!! Thats some sweet work there, Steven !!! I owe you one buddy !

Carter, you definately pulled out all the stops on this version, and it shows, as your work is second to none. Thank you and best of luck on the final release !

Bennett68C10 · 01-18-2012, 10:07 PM

Wow that looks awesome
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nibs · 01-19-2012, 02:33 AM

I am in awe of those renderings... I would absolutely kill for one of those of my truck, just to see how my hard work is gonna pay off.

**Bowtie468** · 01-22-2012, 10:59 PM

I was able to shorten the punch list a bit these last few days. First off, I got the new steering wheel installed. It's a B.S. Rail and also matches the rolling stock on the truck. Thanks to Boris (way2lo2) at Street Machinery !

Also , got all the windshield trim polished up and installed windshield on truck. All metal work on driver front fender is complete. Thanks to my buds Kevin and Steven for coming over this weekend and getting this done !

VA72C10 · 01-22-2012, 11:04 PM

Very nice!!!

butternut1972 · 01-22-2012, 11:05 PM

^^^^Very nice. Man I love this build. Great build.

Willys47 · 01-23-2012, 12:42 AM

Im watchin this one as well

11-04-2011, 11:09 PM	#151
77BBGMC Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 357	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Great build, attention to detail is impressive! Posted via Mobile Device

12-16-2011, 12:39 AM	#153
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage I was able to spend some time on the truck these last few days. I tackeled the rear glass trim as well as getting it all installed on the cab. Most of the trim was in fairly good shape. Maybe a slight ding here and there. The worst piece had a nasty crease which was caused by a buddy getting a little too anxious to get it removed ! Here a pic of the damaged section. Attached Images __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

12-16-2011, 12:48 AM	#154
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Next pic was after a short time with the hammer and dolly. Still needs more hammer work to remove the highs and lows. Second pic shows it back straight again. Just need to sand it down some and remove the scratches. the pics that follow will show the progress. Attached Images __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

12-16-2011, 12:51 AM	#155
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage All polished up and ready to install on gasket. Attached Images __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

12-16-2011, 02:02 AM	#156
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Sweet truck, love the sound of that engine __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

12-16-2011, 10:45 AM	#158
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage nice work !! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-16-2011, 11:16 AM	#159
chevytruckluver Eat, Sleep, Drive a Chevy Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: the town of the cow, Texas Posts: 1,152	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage ^^^ what he said! __________________ Trey Silence may be Golden, but Duct Tape is Silver! 72 Short Step 57 "big window" short step

12-16-2011, 12:04 PM	#160
thor Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 679	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Nice straightening, sanding, buffing, and polishing. Looks like new! __________________ 1972 Chevy Blazer CST.....Project: Polished Turd

12-16-2011, 12:35 PM	#161
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Wow you really do some nice work, great looking build. __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

01-09-2012, 10:27 PM	#163
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Looking great man, cant wait to see it together. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

01-18-2012, 11:12 AM	#164
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,784	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage I have been lucky enough to be a Beta tester for Carter Hickman's newest software for House of Kolor's Digital Paint Booth. This new version is lightyears ahead of the older 2 versions that I have played with. This version is actually a 3D rendering program where you can change wheels, vehicle height, turn trim and emblems on and off, as well as simply change the color (as long as it is a HOK color ). The coolest thing about the software is that when you change backgrounds, all of the reflections change too. If you spin the truck or raise or lower your veiwing angle you can watch all of the reflections move around on the truck. You really have to see the software in person to truly appreciate all of Carter's hard work that is involved in this. My hat is off to Carter for providing us with some super software for our hobby! This software should be available to everyone very soon, and it is worth every penny!! I figured that I would help Chris out with a few renderings while I could. For a while there he was unsure about painting the grill white while leaving the rest of the truck black. As you can see, his truck is going to look Killer! Chris, I also made a few animated .gif's of the truck in each background for you. I hope you like them Chris! __________________ Steven "If dogs don't go to heaven, when I die I want to go wherever they went." -- Will Rogers R.I.P. Oscar R.I.P. Ratchet 1967 Pontiac GTO - Dad was the Original Owner 1970 Chevy 2wd SWB "Oscar's Truck" 1970 Chevy 2wd Blazer "Ratchet's Blazer" 2013 Chevy 2500HD Crew Cab Duramax/Allison Z71 LTZ "Brown Sugar" 2017 Chevy Suburban "BDB" 2020 Chevy Blazer Premier "Foxy" Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Shop Build

01-18-2012, 11:16 AM	#165
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Sweet !! Carter is the man ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

01-18-2012, 11:48 AM	#166
butternut1972 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: longview,wa Posts: 1,094	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage WOW! That is killer. __________________ 1972 GMC (PROJECT LONG OVERDUE) 1998 SWB 4WD

01-18-2012, 12:40 PM	#167
thor Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 679	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage That program is amazing! Those renderings are incredible! Looks like you take a photo and draw on top (in very layman's terms)??? __________________ 1972 Chevy Blazer CST.....Project: Polished Turd

01-18-2012, 02:14 PM	#168
chevytruckluver Eat, Sleep, Drive a Chevy Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: the town of the cow, Texas Posts: 1,152	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage amazing effects with the backgrounds changing __________________ Trey Silence may be Golden, but Duct Tape is Silver! 72 Short Step 57 "big window" short step



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01-18-2012, 07:49 PM	#169
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Dang !!!!!! Thats some sweet work there, Steven !!! I owe you one buddy ! Carter, you definately pulled out all the stops on this version, and it shows, as your work is second to none. Thank you and best of luck on the final release ! __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

01-18-2012, 10:07 PM	#170
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Wow that looks awesome Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

01-19-2012, 02:33 AM	#171
nibs JRods Garage Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: East Highland, CA Posts: 1,098	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage I am in awe of those renderings... I would absolutely kill for one of those of my truck, just to see how my hard work is gonna pay off. __________________ Orange Julius-My dropmember'd, LS'd, SWB street machine...

01-22-2012, 10:59 PM	#172
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage I was able to shorten the punch list a bit these last few days. First off, I got the new steering wheel installed. It's a B.S. Rail and also matches the rolling stock on the truck. Thanks to Boris (way2lo2) at Street Machinery ! Also , got all the windshield trim polished up and installed windshield on truck. All metal work on driver front fender is complete. Thanks to my buds Kevin and Steven for coming over this weekend and getting this done ! Attached Images __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

01-22-2012, 11:04 PM	#173
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Very nice!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-22-2012, 11:05 PM	#174
butternut1972 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: longview,wa Posts: 1,094	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage ^^^^Very nice. Man I love this build. Great build. __________________ 1972 GMC (PROJECT LONG OVERDUE) 1998 SWB 4WD

01-23-2012, 12:42 AM	#175
Willys47 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Nanaimo B.C. Posts: 604	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Im watchin this one as well __________________ I was hooked on these trucks since 1982 when I drove my budys fathers 1968 Custum GMC 396 automatic dana 60 rear with a power lock diff what a ride more fun then we will we can ever tell!!

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