Build #2 Crusader!

[mrhino]

finally all the major block sanding to get it straight is done. Plus fixed all the little imperfections. now its on to another round of epoxy and hitting it with 320-400, making it smooth as a baby's bottom. OOH Im getting excited!

[truckzilla]

Yeah, all that block sanding is a drag, but it is what is necessary to get it done right. I'm glad that you're not taking the easy way out and just saying, its good enough.
And the pseudo-nondescript sound barrier that you sent arrived. It looks good, although i've never delt with the brand name guys stuff before. I'm a long ways off from applying it but at least it will be here waiting. Thanks again Mike for your help with this noob.

[mrhino]

Originally Posted by truckzilla

Yeah, all that block sanding is a drag, but it is what is necessary to get it done right. I'm glad that you're not taking the easy way out and just saying, its good enough.
And the pseudo-nondescript sound barrier that you sent arrived. It looks good, although i've never delt with the brand name guys stuff before. I'm a long ways off from applying it but at least it will be here waiting. Thanks again Mike for your help with this noob.

You are very welcome! I thought about it several times just calling it "good" but I think of the money I have in it and what a waste that would be. Im sure it is not going to be the perfect paint job, (although its taken me long enough it should be). I am content knowing, I did the best I could with the tools and experience I had available to me at the time. and the fact that Deb seams to really like it so far. which is the most important part.

Thanks everyone for there compliments and encouraging words.

[truckzilla]

I know my wife would love a truck like you're building for yours. Maybe after mines done (a hundred years from now), I'll build her a crewcab or something.
Knowing one did the best they could with what they have will (i.e. time, talent and tools) always be good enough I believe. Keep after it and make her proud. After looking at your other build, this one's gonna be a stunner as well!

[mrhino]

click the video then scroll to check out the pics!

AC/DC-Back in Black Lyrics - YouTube

Sorry Thats the tune that keeps popping in my head when I look at the truck.


Im gettin closer! I will start sanding with 320 tomorrow.

[67cheby]

Nice !
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[truckzilla]

Lookin' good! And what a coincidence Mike, I'm going with satin/matte black on Truckzilla as well!

[Car'n'Guitars]

Any updates on the project?

[mrhino]

Updates? well 2 weeks ago I spent a whole week doing final sanding even got my dad to stop by and partake in the fun.






I got it all done and was hoping to have it painted by now, I had even taken a vacation day 2 fridays ago to get it done. I cleaned the garage and mixed up my sealer but on that day It turned cold like 50 degrees. My paint needs to be at least 70 for it to properly dry. and with no end in sight till next spring for some warmer 70 degree weather (at least over night) I opted to put in one of those big max heaters.



I had a blue flame "vent free" heater in the garage but each year it gets a little more stinkier in the garage and I wasnt going to run that thing for 12 hours. so I spent a week installing that. but now its all in and working good and hopefully I will get it all painted in the next 2 days I hope so cause i mixed up another cup of sealer.

[Car'n'Guitars]

Yeah the cold is in the way of a lot of things around here. Looking good man.

[mrhino]

sealer coat

[mrhino]

First coat of paint.

[Low Elco]

Woot woot! Git it, son!
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[Car'n'Guitars]

Looks great, is this truck going to be ready before winter?

[mrhino]

prolly not

[mrhino]

second coat of base:







and The third coat of base:











all starting to look the same Huh?

[mike'swife]

It's looking great babe. Can't wait until it's finished and I can drive it. I know I probably won't be able to until spring, but that's ok. It'll be worth the wait.

[mrhino]

[Car'n'Guitars]

Looks great man I'm really liking the look of that, if you don't mind me asking about how much did it cost you to paint that at home?

[Low Elco]

Looks fantastic! Unwrap and get it out in the sun! When's the polishing party?
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[68 Four on the Floor]

Shinnney.... nice pants

[mrhino]

Hey don't make fun of my PJ's and thanks

[mrhino]

Originally Posted by Car'n'Guitars

Looks great man I'm really liking the look of that, if you don't mind me asking about how much did it cost you to paint that at home?

Thanks, I have right around $800 in materials

Originally Posted by Low Elco

Looks fantastic! Unwrap and get it out in the sun! When's the polishing party?
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Still need to wet sand it they lay down 2 more coats of clear. then I can wet sand and buff. Plus I have the hood, gate, grill, and fuel doors to spray yet.

[Greg63]

I just found this thread, Mike. Great looking truck so far. I love the detailed updates and pictures.

I can't help but think that this is how the '87 IROC-Z you built, and my son now owns, went together back whenever.
Greg.

[mrhino]

Thanks Greg, this is exactly how the IROC went together. almost the same process, and in same garage everything. minus digital pictures and a build thread for the world to see. I forgot but do you guys have pictures of the build? by the way I am still very proud of that car.