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aggie91 · 03-08-2019, 10:03 AM

You could always get a small brush to paint them once they are installed and tight. If you ever need to remove them, then you would have to touch up the paint...

smbrouss70 · 03-08-2019, 10:59 AM

Karl is right, you know. There's a reason that I have a couple of bottles of black finger nail polish in my tool cart. And no, not to touch up my finger nails, they get black enough on their own.

SCOTI · 03-08-2019, 11:15 AM

Agreed. Excellent ideas.

gringoloco · 03-08-2019, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

You could always get a small brush to paint them once they are installed and tight. If you ever need to remove them, then you would have to touch up the paint...

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70

Karl is right, you know. There's a reason that I have a couple of bottles of black finger nail polish in my tool cart. And no, not to touch up my finger nails, they get black enough on their own.

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Agreed. Excellent ideas.

This is kinda what I was thinking, using my favorite brand of semi-gloss nail polish:

knomadd · 03-08-2019, 03:23 PM

I agree with Scoti. I've painted my fair share of bolts and all of them have chipped or peeled at some point. Most have failed very quickly (days or weeks). Plated bolts may work, but the black oxide I've seen hasn't been black for more than a few months. They rust.

The touch up paint idea is a good one, but if it stands out like a sore thumb in polished form, it will be easily spotted if it's touched up too. Just keep that in mind. This is exactly why I try to leave all of my bolts raw (stainless), unless they will rust (steel).

smbrouss70 · 03-08-2019, 03:57 PM

Powder coat is more durable than paint, but it doesn't pay off unless you have a DIY setup at your digs.

gringoloco · 03-09-2019, 10:34 PM

With the engine somewhat complete, I decided it was time to get it ready to stab. First up, pull it off the engine stand where it’s been for months and swap the flex plate for a flywheel.

This setup is super simple and straightforward, using a PRW part# 1634680 which is drilled for both LS and big block clutches. Since I’m using an old Muncie (for now?), I’ll use the early style disc with 10-splines. Also installed an LS7 style pilot bearing, which thanks to GM’s consistency throughout the years, fits the old Muncie pilot shaft perfectly.

gringoloco · 03-09-2019, 11:08 PM

...and then stalled at the point of having the engine mounts in place. I had assumed that the bell housing would bolt up no problem. Silly me. It hits the rear cover bolts, so I’ll either be grinding on it a bit, or ordering a new one. Oh well, the engine looks good sitting there being held up by the picker and a jack...

sprint_9 · 03-09-2019, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Thanks, I’ve been looking at yours and stealing ideas

steal away, and ask questions if you have any.

Im excited to watch yours come together, engine looks good.

knomadd · 03-10-2019, 04:32 PM

Ooooo.... I remember that point, like it was last week... Looks good brother!

65StreetCruiser · 03-11-2019, 09:09 PM

Everything looks great, Chris!

Just MHO, but have used the VHT Black Epoxy spray paint and it does a very good job. Especially, if you give it a little bake in the grille!

SCOTI · 03-12-2019, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by 65StreetCruiser

Everything looks great, Chris!

Just MHO, but have used the VHT Black Epoxy spray paint and it does a very good job. Especially, if you give it a little bake in the grille!

VHT's rattle can Epoxy does work nicely & is very close to the 'old school' Krylon as far as sheen & appearance when applied. But, it's not very forgiving if you don't follow their application time window.

gringoloco · 03-12-2019, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by sprint_9

steal away, and ask questions if you have any.

Im excited to watch yours come together, engine looks good.

Thanks man, chip, chip, chip...

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Originally Posted by knomadd

Ooooo.... I remember that point, like it was last week... Looks good brother!

Ready to be where you are already!

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Originally Posted by 65StreetCruiser

Everything looks great, Chris!

Just MHO, but have used the VHT Black Epoxy spray paint and it does a very good job. Especially, if you give it a little bake in the grille!

Thanks bud. Hopefully you guys can see it in person sometime this summer.

I do like the vht epoxy, specifically the satin version

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

VHT's rattle can Epoxy does work nicely & is very close to the 'old school' Krylon as far as sheen & appearance when applied. But, it's not very forgiving if you don't follow their application time window.

Truth. Some of my favorite LAPS rattle can, though

65StreetCruiser · 03-13-2019, 09:42 PM

Looking forward to it, Chris! Anytime we can get together is a good time!!!!

C10_ustacould · 03-13-2019, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Thanks bud. Hopefully you guys can see it in person sometime this summer.

Y'all have any idea about your next assignment?

gringoloco · 03-13-2019, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 65StreetCruiser

Looking forward to it, Chris! Anytime we can get together is a good time!!!!

For sure, looking forward to it

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Originally Posted by C10_ustacould

Y'all have any idea about your next assignment?

Well, we thought we were headed to TX, but it looks like we’ve now been diverted back to LA. Should be back in the south sometime in May, which means I have to get this heap assembled enough to put on a trailer, and fast

smbrouss70 · 03-13-2019, 11:46 PM

Back to Shreveport? Oh, the damage we can do being a short 3 hour drive away!

gringoloco · 03-14-2019, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70

Back to Shreveport? Oh, the damage we can do being a short 3 hour drive away!

Bossier this time, but close enough. Watch out world!

knomadd · 03-15-2019, 09:22 AM

You need to make a trip to Lone Star Thorwdown (LST) next year, when it's finished. It's out here just north of Houston in February.

gringoloco · 03-15-2019, 09:30 AM

I am straight-up stoked about these

Rick’s custom upholstery is rocking it. It’s awesome to see something that came from my brain, then onto piece of paper, turn into reality. They are also working on a dash pad and visors to match

smbrouss70 · 03-15-2019, 10:21 AM

Very nice!

**Kronald_70GMC** · 03-15-2019, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

I am straight-up stoked about these

Rick’s custom upholstery is rocking it. It’s awesome to see something that came from my brain, then onto piece of paper, turn into reality. They are also working on a dash pad and visors to match

Damn! Them some fine looking pieces you got there. Good work!

C10_ustacould · 03-15-2019, 12:30 PM

That interior is going to be outstanding! Nice job

TA_C10 · 03-15-2019, 01:28 PM

Sweet! Those look great and will compliment your truck nicely.

I want to upgrade all my stuff now.... It's hard to resist the urges, heck my stage 1 build is already more like a stage 1 and 2 combined.....

SCOTI · 03-15-2019, 02:50 PM

Blue Houndstooth? What's the color/info on the other material? I'm on the hunt for retro (appearance & color) blue material that doesn't break the back.

03-08-2019, 10:03 AM	#1851
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 You could always get a small brush to paint them once they are installed and tight. If you ever need to remove them, then you would have to touch up the paint... __________________ 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

03-08-2019, 10:59 AM	#1852
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,784	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Karl is right, you know. There's a reason that I have a couple of bottles of black finger nail polish in my tool cart. And no, not to touch up my finger nails, they get black enough on their own. __________________ 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

03-08-2019, 11:15 AM	#1853
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Agreed. Excellent ideas. __________________ 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.*

03-08-2019, 03:23 PM	#1855
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 I agree with Scoti. I've painted my fair share of bolts and all of them have chipped or peeled at some point. Most have failed very quickly (days or weeks). Plated bolts may work, but the black oxide I've seen hasn't been black for more than a few months. They rust. The touch up paint idea is a good one, but if it stands out like a sore thumb in polished form, it will be easily spotted if it's touched up too. Just keep that in mind. This is exactly why I try to leave all of my bolts raw (stainless), unless they will rust (steel). __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

03-08-2019, 03:57 PM	#1856
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,784	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Powder coat is more durable than paint, but it doesn't pay off unless you have a DIY setup at your digs. __________________ 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

03-09-2019, 10:34 PM	#1857
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 With the engine somewhat complete, I decided it was time to get it ready to stab. First up, pull it off the engine stand where it’s been for months and swap the flex plate for a flywheel. This setup is super simple and straightforward, using a PRW part# 1634680 which is drilled for both LS and big block clutches. Since I’m using an old Muncie (for now?), I’ll use the early style disc with 10-splines. Also installed an LS7 style pilot bearing, which thanks to GM’s consistency throughout the years, fits the old Muncie pilot shaft perfectly. Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

03-09-2019, 11:08 PM	#1858
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ...and then stalled at the point of having the engine mounts in place. I had assumed that the bell housing would bolt up no problem. Silly me. It hits the rear cover bolts, so I’ll either be grinding on it a bit, or ordering a new one. Oh well, the engine looks good sitting there being held up by the picker and a jack... Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

03-10-2019, 04:32 PM	#1860
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Ooooo.... I remember that point, like it was last week... Looks good brother! __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

03-11-2019, 09:09 PM	#1861
65StreetCruiser It Is What It Is Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Natchitoches, La. Posts: 155	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Everything looks great, Chris! Just MHO, but have used the VHT Black Epoxy spray paint and it does a very good job. Especially, if you give it a little bake in the grille! __________________ Kevin 65 Chevy SWB Fleetside Custom Cab (sold, so long old friend it was a fun ride) 68 Chevy SWB Fleetside Custom Cab 68 Camaro convertible www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

03-13-2019, 09:42 PM	#1864
65StreetCruiser It Is What It Is Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Natchitoches, La. Posts: 155	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Looking forward to it, Chris! Anytime we can get together is a good time!!!! __________________ Kevin 65 Chevy SWB Fleetside Custom Cab (sold, so long old friend it was a fun ride) 68 Chevy SWB Fleetside Custom Cab 68 Camaro convertible www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

03-13-2019, 11:46 PM	#1867
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,784	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Back to Shreveport? Oh, the damage we can do being a short 3 hour drive away! __________________ 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

03-15-2019, 09:22 AM	#1869
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 You need to make a trip to Lone Star Thorwdown (LST) next year, when it's finished. It's out here just north of Houston in February. __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

03-15-2019, 09:30 AM	#1870
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 I am straight-up stoked about these Rick’s custom upholstery is rocking it. It’s awesome to see something that came from my brain, then onto piece of paper, turn into reality. They are also working on a dash pad and visors to match Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

03-15-2019, 10:21 AM	#1871
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,784	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Very nice! __________________ 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

03-15-2019, 12:30 PM	#1873
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 That interior is going to be outstanding! Nice job __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD



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03-15-2019, 01:28 PM	#1874
TA_C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 1,353	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Sweet! Those look great and will compliment your truck nicely. I want to upgrade all my stuff now.... It's hard to resist the urges, heck my stage 1 build is already more like a stage 1 and 2 combined..... __________________ TA_C10 Stage 1 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8333444 "It's only money".

03-15-2019, 02:50 PM	#1875
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Blue Houndstooth? What's the color/info on the other material? I'm on the hunt for retro (appearance & color) blue material that doesn't break the back. __________________ 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.*

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