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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-30-2008, 09:04 PM

Heres my new top for the year got it from schoot in reno 2 years ago and finally refinished it with new paint and seals this year. Its great all the bolt bosses work and the hatch closes and locks great.... On to some pics...

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-30-2008, 09:07 PM

Last of the pics... ASs of tonight the top and rear hatch are all bolted down I do still need to get the rear hatch painted as I was running out of time...

Long Roof · 11-30-2008, 09:12 PM

Looks good.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-30-2008, 09:17 PM

Thanks sure would have liked to get the hatch done but ..... close enough..

Jtrux · 11-30-2008, 10:16 PM

What all did you do to retexture it??

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-30-2008, 10:41 PM

In order to retexture it I turned down the air pressure so it was mostly paint comming out...

BLUE THUNDER · 11-30-2008, 11:36 PM

Nice job!!!! The top looks great.

**Yukon Jack** · 12-01-2008, 12:19 AM

Very nicely done!

bouncytruck · 12-01-2008, 01:21 AM

Looks great.

RED72blazer · 12-01-2008, 03:57 AM

single or double wall?

vtblazer · 12-01-2008, 06:17 AM

You've been extremely busy this weekend, nice attention to detail on the top.

72BlckButy · 12-01-2008, 09:24 AM

That turned out great, nice work!

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-01-2008, 09:11 PM

Very nice

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-01-2008, 10:34 PM

Double wall top... Yes kurt been really busy you kinda lit a fire under my arse with you blazer build.. Thanks for all the comments guys a pat on the back feels good from time to time.

mdunn · 12-03-2008, 03:37 PM

Nice job on the top.

Would you mind sharing what pressure and tip size you used when you "textured" the top. I have a double wall that needs repair (sagging in the middle) and need to do the same thing. Thanks for any help in advance.

*1sik52* · 12-03-2008, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by mdunn

Nice job on the top.

Would you mind sharing what pressure and tip size you used when you "textured" the top. I have a double wall that needs repair (sagging in the middle) and need to do the same thing. Thanks for any help in advance.

What can you do about the tops once they start sagging? Mine has a couple of spots that makes the top look warped. I dont want to go loading it with bondo!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-03-2008, 09:21 PM

I dont know I left mine saggin. As for the tip it was the same size tip I shot the paint with no idea on size?

11-30-2008, 09:04 PM	#1
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	tops done.......... Heres my new top for the year got it from schoot in reno 2 years ago and finally refinished it with new paint and seals this year. Its great all the bolt bosses work and the hatch closes and locks great.... On to some pics... Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-30-2008, 09:07 PM	#2
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: tops done.......... Last of the pics... ASs of tonight the top and rear hatch are all bolted down I do still need to get the rear hatch painted as I was running out of time... Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P.. Last edited by FRENCHBLUE72; 11-30-2008 at 09:08 PM.

11-30-2008, 09:12 PM	#3
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: tops done.......... Looks good. __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

11-30-2008, 09:17 PM	#4
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: tops done.......... Thanks sure would have liked to get the hatch done but ..... close enough.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-30-2008, 10:16 PM	#5
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: tops done.......... What all did you do to retexture it?? __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

11-30-2008, 10:41 PM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: tops done.......... In order to retexture it I turned down the air pressure so it was mostly paint comming out... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-30-2008, 11:36 PM	#7
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: tops done.......... Nice job!!!! The top looks great.

12-01-2008, 12:19 AM	#8
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: tops done.......... Very nicely done! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-01-2008, 01:21 AM	#9
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: tops done.......... Looks great. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-01-2008, 03:57 AM	#10
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Re: tops done.......... single or double wall? __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

12-01-2008, 06:17 AM	#11
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: tops done.......... You've been extremely busy this weekend, nice attention to detail on the top.

12-01-2008, 09:24 AM	#12
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: tops done.......... That turned out great, nice work! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

12-01-2008, 09:11 PM	#13
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Re: tops done.......... Very nice __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-01-2008, 10:34 PM	#14
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: tops done.......... Double wall top... Yes kurt been really busy you kinda lit a fire under my arse with you blazer build.. Thanks for all the comments guys a pat on the back feels good from time to time. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P.. Last edited by FRENCHBLUE72; 12-01-2008 at 10:35 PM.

12-03-2008, 03:37 PM	#15
mdunn Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Marysville, OH Posts: 119	Re: tops done.......... Nice job on the top. Would you mind sharing what pressure and tip size you used when you "textured" the top. I have a double wall that needs repair (sagging in the middle) and need to do the same thing. Thanks for any help in advance.



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12-03-2008, 09:21 PM	#17
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: tops done.......... I dont know I left mine saggin. As for the tip it was the same size tip I shot the paint with no idea on size? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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