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Re: Project "What was I Thinking" 68 SWB
Looks good as always Keith, it's almost REDdy.
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Re: Project "What was I Thinking" 68 SWB
The trim looks great on the truck. I used to like the smooth look also but the trim adds to these trucks and I love the original look on this body style.
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Re: Project "What was I Thinking" 68 SWB
Nice job on the trim! Looks fantastic!
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Looking good Keith.
Trim looks great.
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Great progress, looks good Keith.
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Thanks Rus, I'll definitely take you up on that offer. Probably won't be until the 2015 season as I need to put all my time and money into getting this truck on the road this year. Hopefully the Vols can finally put together a winning season this year and take a big step back to where they use to be.
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I also had a long conversation with my wife about the truck today. As some of you may know, this truck has been a father/son project for my father and I. Over the past 1 1/2 years my father really hasn't been able to help me much on the truck due to his health. He has congestive heart failure with arrhythmia. He has had several surgeries and his heart function is still low, and now I just found out that the doctors are looking to go back in for surgery to repair his arrhythmia. He did have a few months at the beginning of this year where he felt good enough to help me out a little but lately he has not been feeling good. On top of this, my mother has been battling breast cancer and several other minor issues. It seems like both of them are going down hill fast and they are too young for this being that they are in their early 60's.
This leads me to the conversation I had with my wife. Basically I have decided to forget about shiney nice paint for now. My main concern is getting the body as straight as I can and spraying everything with the SPI Black Epoxy. Then I will put the truck together and drive it for a few years until I can save enough to have a professional shop paint it. The SPI black epoxy has UV inhibitors added to it and I was told by SPI that it should last 5-7 years since the truck is garage kept before it starts to fade. Now some people will probably question me and ask why would I want to do this. I have several reasons. I want to enjoy this truck with my parents and be able to park it next to my fathers 40 Chevy Pickup at a cruise or car show while he is still here and able to enjoy it. It would mean the world to him to see this truck on the road. My father is also a big fan of the satin black look and so am I. He tells me every time he sees a picture if it, that the black repop panels look really good. Also, for my own sanity I would like to just drive it. I have been working on it for 4 plus years and have never drive it, I just want to hear that big block rumble. I hope you guys stick with me on the build. One day it will have nice shiney RED paint.
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Sound of the big block and a goo primmer. Let it rip, tater chip! My dad passed away 2.5 years ago at 65. He and I worked on my 72, he was as proud of it as I am. Good call on your part. Take care
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I like your plan and I would do the same thing. You should enjoy your truck. If that means priming it now and painting later to get the most enjoyment out of it, by all means do that. Good luck and I wish your parents the best!
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sorry to hear about your parents condition. im here for the remainder of the build. best wishes and prayers to you and your family for a COMPLETE recovery. take care.
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It sounds like you've got your priorities right. I'd do the same thing if I was in your shoes. Get it to a point where you can drive it and enjoy it with your parents, while they're still here on earth. Paint can wait. Memories can only be made once, but a truck can be painted many times.
Your parents and family will be in my prayers.
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Go for it. Nothing wrong with flat black.
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That sounds like a great idea, I'm also a fan of satin/flat black paint jobs.
I lost my Dad back in 2007 and agree it is more important to spend some quality time with your father while you can, over having a show quality paint job. -Sam
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who were you ordering your aftermarket sheetmetal from? will be needing a bunch ofr my 68
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I am sorry to hear about your Mom and your Dad. The time spent with you Dad is way more important. You will have no regrets when you put him first and finish the truck later. Can he spend time with you as your putting it together, even if it is just to sit and watch and make suggestions?
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I got the front fenders and tailgate from Auto Metal Direct and the hood off of craigslist. The bed I bought from GMC Paul's but was supplied from Southern Kentucky Classics.
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Some pics of how the SPI epoxy looks as a top coat, I think it looks great and should look awesome against the chrome bumpers, bright trim and billet wheels.
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Sounds like a plan Keith. You wouldn't want to get bogged down in self inflicted paint prison like mine has been for nearly 2 years/.....
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