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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
A few more.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
The only part of the truck that I was really unhappy with was the tailgate, the original was unusable. I tried to patina up a 69-72 gmc gate but its an art and Im not that kind of artist.
I found an original paint 68 gate in Phoenix , only 1400 miles away. Luckily, a fellow truck guy on Instagram graciously picked it up and shipped it to me. Looks like its been there since 68
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Great find.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Decided I wanted a shinier finish.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Nice tailgate, shiny is good!
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
I like it!
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Thanks. It truly was a score.
Thanks
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Heck yeah! Looks like you did it right w/ the clear coat. Lookin forward to seeing how it looks back together.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Thanks. I was super nervous. Its kind of a one shot deal, was super nervous.
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I absolutely love how the tailgate turned out. The inside of the gate is killer, Ill take a pic tomorrow.
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A closeup of the bed scars, theyre forever now
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Finally back on this thing. Bent up some 4 tall c-channel to lift the floor enough to to clear the notch
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Making use of the floor from the 69 GMC parts truck.boards had some significant cracking. Used these inserts from a company called Slabstitcher. Super easy to install and was a great project to get the girls involved with.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
I stained boards black and used a rough drum sander to remove most of it.
Scribed the original wheel wells to the box and trimmed the stake pockets for clearance
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Cool little detail, shortened the spare tire carrier to fit. Wont hold a wheel, but I think it looks cool
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Just read through the whole thread. Really enjoyed it. Tasteful work, and that clear coat was a great call! Well done.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Outstanding build! I will be certain to follow. I really like how you are taking the time and effort to maintain the patina on the exterior. I wish I was able to do that, but I had so much rust that it is easier to just do a restoration.
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Thank you, I went back and forth in the clear, but in the end Im happy I did it. Really brought the yellow back to life.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Finished up the bed floor. Im incredibly happy how it turned out.
Finished the tailgate side of the bed with a piece of polished stainless, bent up with 1 reveal at the top to mimic the original floor look. I think the spare tire carrier was a cool little detail.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Do you have any more pictures of the whole truck after the clear coat? Really love this one.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Thanks man.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Awesome thanks
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You’re welcome, actually had it down in a the LA area after Dino’s gitdown.
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Re: 68 GMC frame off build
Looks awesome! I kinda gave up on instagram so it's nice to see an update here.
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