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msgross · 11-22-2008, 07:41 PM

wow, I forgot about your truck!

How do you like the masterseries? I used that on my frame... are you going to epoxy or paint over it? Be sure to do it within two days or you'll have to scuff it...

Looks good

Rust Buster · 11-22-2008, 07:49 PM

Forgot about my truck??!! How dare you...
I've used the Masterseries before and I'm beginning to like it more than the Rust Bullet. I think it is thinner and dries much quicker. It also seems to have a longer shelf life. I'm going to go directly over it with the Durabak, so hopefully I should be good to go.
Think you'll finish before me? We should go cruising when we're both done

msgross · 11-22-2008, 08:21 PM

you'll be done first, remember... you're coming up here to paint my truck after you do yours....

Rust Buster · 11-23-2008, 05:42 PM

Two posts in two days! Making good progress.
Today I sprayed the smooth Gray Durabak over the interior and the underhood skin. I bought a 2.8 nozzle for my Turbine HVLP system so I could spray. The first problem I ran into was that there were alot of small chunks in the durabak that I have to filter out. The usual paint strainers are way too fine and the Durabak wouldn't even go through it, so I had to come up with something else. Ended up using 220 grit drywall sanding screens. Worked pretty well.

It did not spray as well as I was hoping, as it spattered quite a bit. I could have thinned it a bit with Xylene, but it was kind of runny as it was, so I had to settle. I was really hoping to put this on nice and thick, but it wasn't going to happen. I'm going to see how it is when it dries and I'll go from there. I can always brush or roll it on too, but I wanted a smooth finish. Oh well. I'll post more pics after it dries.

Rust Buster · 11-23-2008, 05:43 PM

More

msgross · 11-23-2008, 07:16 PM

I'm gonna have to look that stuff up, is it the final coating then?

you know if you throw a handful of sand then it will be like a navy ship! oh wait, you're Air Force!

watahyahknow · 11-23-2008, 09:14 PM

the coating looks pretty good

JJ · 01-21-2009, 01:20 AM

How's the project coming? I look forward to seeing if there's anything new.

Rust Buster · 01-21-2009, 08:30 AM

Uh oh! Finally busted...
I've been really bad about updating this lately. I have made some progress and hope to post some new pics tonight.
Thanks for keeping me honest

Rust Buster · 01-21-2009, 06:25 PM

Ok, well here's a little update. I wasn't happy how the smooth Durabak sprayed, it seemed too thin and runny, so I bought some more of the Durabak with the rubber particles in it and rolled on a few coats over the smooth coats. I like it much better and it seems to be more durable. If I wanted to, I should be able to hose off the interior without worrying about rust.
I also did the underside of the hood skin with it and then painted all the framing with gloss black Masterseries paint.

So now the rush is on to get the cab/doors/fenders/hood ready for the painter. Yes, I have made the decision to outsource the paint simply because I think it will take me a year to prep it all myself and after all that time I would want a professional job. I found a guy in MD, http://www.mikescustompainting.net/Home.html
who is really nice and does good work. He's charging me $2000 for a complete paint job for all that. That might increase when he sees it...Tax return will go to that...

Told him I already have everything epoxy primed, and that he'll just need to do some filling, block sanding and finish from there. No assembly since I'm giving it to him in pieces and want it back in pieces.

Then I should be able to fly putting it all together...

msgross · 01-21-2009, 08:29 PM

that looks pretty good now...

giving up on the paint huh? whatcha gonna do with that fancy HVLP setup?

VA72C10 · 03-11-2009, 01:15 AM

Saw this truck in person today...that durabak looks tough and pretty sweet.

Now get to work Tim

**steelhorse** · 03-11-2009, 11:29 AM

Keep up the good work.What happened to the 67-68 chevy front end?Did you use the GMC instead?

Rust Buster · 03-11-2009, 04:34 PM

I've been going to a 67-68 GMC front end all along. So I have that 67 chevy grille that I will end up selling unless I decide to use it on my 71 Blazer if I convert that to a 67-68 front clip

BIG HEAD · 03-19-2009, 08:52 PM

Nice build. What color u going with?

Rust Buster · 03-19-2009, 09:01 PM

Right now, I'm thinking Black, but as with everything else on this build, that could change tomorrow

msgross · 06-12-2009, 06:22 AM

ok, bringing this one back from the dead Tim....

what's going on with the truck? I'll PM you my number and we can chat about the details and the hood.

Rust Buster · 06-12-2009, 06:52 AM

I knew you would be pinging me for progress! I'm still doing bodywork, but should be making some posts this weekend. I'm getting close to paint, but I've been saying that for about 9 months!

msgross · 06-12-2009, 06:59 AM

I just went back through your build. How's that paint system doing with primer? I know you said that you found a good painter in your area for $2K, of course that was 2007 prices!!!

Let me know if you want to sell that turbine system when your done too. Might come in handy on my build as it is low on funding as well.

Rust Buster · 06-13-2009, 06:15 PM

Well although the photos are not that exciting, I did reach a pretty exciting milestone today. I'm happy (finally) with the panel gaps and alignment. I drilled my alignment holes in all the panels and took them off for the last time. Next time they go on they will be painted! I'll be painting all of the panels off the truck.

Rust Buster · 07-22-2009, 07:08 PM

Took the day off to finish some progress I made this weekend. I finished all the major body work on the cab and sealed it all in a coat of epoxy primer. I then went to town with the self leveling seam sealer on the rain gutter (went on like a dream). After then I switched to the regular seam sealer for everything else.

Then sealed all that with another coat of epoxy. This morning I laid on two wet coats of 2k Primer. I bought this from SPI in black, so I can really see where I need to do more work. Finally some visible progress...I took advantage of Eastwood's 25% off sale on Monday so I have plenty of sandpaper comin...

msgross · 07-22-2009, 10:47 PM

Looks nice, coming up to Carlisle in a few weeks?

That paint system did a decent job, let me know when it's for sale!!!

VA72C10 · 07-22-2009, 10:52 PM

Looks good. Nice progress!!!

msgross · 07-23-2009, 01:25 PM

did you weld the rocker to the cab corner? nice...

Rust Buster · 08-11-2009, 08:40 PM

Mike,
Sorry, not sure how I missed this post on the 23rd! Yes, I welded up that seam. I'm pretty much getting rid of any seams in the body. I am hell bent on stopping any future rust areas. This thing will float when I am done...
Great to see you at Carlisle. Wish I had found some more stuff to buy, but funds were tight. Make sure you post some pics if you decide to weld the truck door hoop to that burb NOS door!

11-22-2008, 07:41 PM	#1
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name wow, I forgot about your truck! How do you like the masterseries? I used that on my frame... are you going to epoxy or paint over it? Be sure to do it within two days or you'll have to scuff it... Looks good __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

11-22-2008, 07:49 PM	#2
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Forgot about my truck??!! How dare you... I've used the Masterseries before and I'm beginning to like it more than the Rust Bullet. I think it is thinner and dries much quicker. It also seems to have a longer shelf life. I'm going to go directly over it with the Durabak, so hopefully I should be good to go. Think you'll finish before me? We should go cruising when we're both done __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

11-22-2008, 08:21 PM	#3
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name you'll be done first, remember... you're coming up here to paint my truck after you do yours.... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

11-23-2008, 05:42 PM	#4
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Two posts in two days! Making good progress. Today I sprayed the smooth Gray Durabak over the interior and the underhood skin. I bought a 2.8 nozzle for my Turbine HVLP system so I could spray. The first problem I ran into was that there were alot of small chunks in the durabak that I have to filter out. The usual paint strainers are way too fine and the Durabak wouldn't even go through it, so I had to come up with something else. Ended up using 220 grit drywall sanding screens. Worked pretty well. It did not spray as well as I was hoping, as it spattered quite a bit. I could have thinned it a bit with Xylene, but it was kind of runny as it was, so I had to settle. I was really hoping to put this on nice and thick, but it wasn't going to happen. I'm going to see how it is when it dries and I'll go from there. I can always brush or roll it on too, but I wanted a smooth finish. Oh well. I'll post more pics after it dries. Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

11-23-2008, 05:43 PM	#5
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name More Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

11-23-2008, 07:16 PM	#6
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I'm gonna have to look that stuff up, is it the final coating then? you know if you throw a handful of sand then it will be like a navy ship! oh wait, you're Air Force! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

11-23-2008, 09:14 PM	#7
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name the coating looks pretty good __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

01-21-2009, 01:20 AM	#8
JJ Lurking Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Forest Grove, OR USA Posts: 196	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name How's the project coming? I look forward to seeing if there's anything new. __________________ JJ 72 GMC 1500 350 4 Speed, stone stock baby!!!!! 72 GMC K-2500 350TPI 700R4 For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

01-21-2009, 08:30 AM	#9
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Uh oh! Finally busted... I've been really bad about updating this lately. I have made some progress and hope to post some new pics tonight. Thanks for keeping me honest __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

01-21-2009, 06:25 PM	#10
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Ok, well here's a little update. I wasn't happy how the smooth Durabak sprayed, it seemed too thin and runny, so I bought some more of the Durabak with the rubber particles in it and rolled on a few coats over the smooth coats. I like it much better and it seems to be more durable. If I wanted to, I should be able to hose off the interior without worrying about rust. I also did the underside of the hood skin with it and then painted all the framing with gloss black Masterseries paint. So now the rush is on to get the cab/doors/fenders/hood ready for the painter. Yes, I have made the decision to outsource the paint simply because I think it will take me a year to prep it all myself and after all that time I would want a professional job. I found a guy in MD, http://www.mikescustompainting.net/Home.html who is really nice and does good work. He's charging me $2000 for a complete paint job for all that. That might increase when he sees it...Tax return will go to that... Told him I already have everything epoxy primed, and that he'll just need to do some filling, block sanding and finish from there. No assembly since I'm giving it to him in pieces and want it back in pieces. Then I should be able to fly putting it all together... Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

01-21-2009, 08:29 PM	#11
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name that looks pretty good now... giving up on the paint huh? whatcha gonna do with that fancy HVLP setup? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 01-21-2009 at 08:29 PM.

03-11-2009, 01:15 AM	#12
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Saw this truck in person today...that durabak looks tough and pretty sweet. Now get to work Tim __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-11-2009, 11:29 AM	#13
steelhorse Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Franklinton NC Posts: 1,309	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Keep up the good work.What happened to the 67-68 chevy front end?Did you use the GMC instead? Last edited by steelhorse; 03-11-2009 at 12:51 PM.

03-11-2009, 04:34 PM	#14
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I've been going to a 67-68 GMC front end all along. So I have that 67 chevy grille that I will end up selling unless I decide to use it on my 71 Blazer if I convert that to a 67-68 front clip __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

03-19-2009, 08:52 PM	#15
BIG HEAD Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: lake city florida Posts: 327	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Nice build. What color u going with? __________________ MY POND TRUCK BUILD http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=297393



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03-19-2009, 09:01 PM	#16
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Right now, I'm thinking Black, but as with everything else on this build, that could change tomorrow __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

06-12-2009, 06:22 AM	#17
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name ok, bringing this one back from the dead Tim.... what's going on with the truck? I'll PM you my number and we can chat about the details and the hood. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

06-12-2009, 06:52 AM	#18
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I knew you would be pinging me for progress! I'm still doing bodywork, but should be making some posts this weekend. I'm getting close to paint, but I've been saying that for about 9 months! __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

06-12-2009, 06:59 AM	#19
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I just went back through your build. How's that paint system doing with primer? I know you said that you found a good painter in your area for $2K, of course that was 2007 prices!!! Let me know if you want to sell that turbine system when your done too. Might come in handy on my build as it is low on funding as well. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

06-13-2009, 06:15 PM	#20
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Well although the photos are not that exciting, I did reach a pretty exciting milestone today. I'm happy (finally) with the panel gaps and alignment. I drilled my alignment holes in all the panels and took them off for the last time. Next time they go on they will be painted! I'll be painting all of the panels off the truck. Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

07-22-2009, 07:08 PM	#21
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Took the day off to finish some progress I made this weekend. I finished all the major body work on the cab and sealed it all in a coat of epoxy primer. I then went to town with the self leveling seam sealer on the rain gutter (went on like a dream). After then I switched to the regular seam sealer for everything else. Then sealed all that with another coat of epoxy. This morning I laid on two wet coats of 2k Primer. I bought this from SPI in black, so I can really see where I need to do more work. Finally some visible progress...I took advantage of Eastwood's 25% off sale on Monday so I have plenty of sandpaper comin... Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

07-22-2009, 10:47 PM	#22
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Looks nice, coming up to Carlisle in a few weeks? That paint system did a decent job, let me know when it's for sale!!! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-22-2009, 10:52 PM	#23
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Looks good. Nice progress!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-23-2009, 01:25 PM	#24
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name did you weld the rocker to the cab corner? nice... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

08-11-2009, 08:40 PM	#25
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Mike, Sorry, not sure how I missed this post on the 23rd! Yes, I welded up that seam. I'm pretty much getting rid of any seams in the body. I am hell bent on stopping any future rust areas. This thing will float when I am done... Great to see you at Carlisle. Wish I had found some more stuff to buy, but funds were tight. Make sure you post some pics if you decide to weld the truck door hoop to that burb NOS door! __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487 Last edited by Rust Buster; 08-11-2009 at 08:44 PM.

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