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smokedat 08-23-2018 09:24 PM

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Thanks, the color the GM color is Jet stream Blue GM code WA512Q it was used on corvettes from 08-011. As far as I know it’s discontinued.

smokedat 08-23-2018 10:21 PM

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Trying to figure out some of the interior details like ignition switch since my steering column is keyless, I wanted it like that any how narrows it down to these 2 from so cal speed shop. I was thinking of concealing- so I don’t drill any holes in the cigarette lighter small compartment door

smokedat 08-23-2018 10:50 PM

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I also want to add a gauge cluster 2 for sure maybe 3. For sure I will add a transmission temp gauge and a fuel pressure gauge, and maybe a dial clock. Mounted on a either a finned or regular aluminum bracket. As for mount location still not sure maybe under dash in view like below radio.

smokedat 08-23-2018 11:11 PM

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Items needed for a fuel pressure gauge. Adapter and the sender and it goes something like this

smokedat 08-23-2018 11:25 PM

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As for the transmission cooling I will cancel the radiator cooling and use an external cooler from Derale with temp sender coming out of cooler. I will hard line the system

LT7A 08-24-2018 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by smokedat (Post 8329022)
Thanks, the color the GM color is Jet stream Blue GM code WA512Q it was used on corvettes from 08-011. As far as I know it’s discontinued.

Copy that. I was going to be surprised if the electron blue was still in use in the same formula. I asked because I had a Trans Am then with bad paint. I wanted to change from the burgundy and couldn't decide until I saw the 2000 Vette.

Anyway that Jet Stream is a beautiful color. Looks amazing in the sun.

smokedat 08-24-2018 11:05 PM

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So the Z10 has reached a milestone the engine is finally in. I couldn’t think of this day ever happening. And the bed got done

z71se 08-24-2018 11:14 PM

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Looks nice man. Did they paint under the bed the same color?

smokedat 08-24-2018 11:33 PM

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Looks nice man. Did they paint under the bed the same color?

Thanks. No under the bed and cab I did a silver POR 15 I like the contrast it gives I didn’t want to deal with clear gettI got chips. POR 15 gives good protection and it’s way more cost effective.
See the pics below I dig that contrast

smokedat 08-24-2018 11:36 PM

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It took me like 3 years to find a decent tailgate. The one I had originally was beat up beyond repairs. Mind u this tail gate had allot of work done. I love the stamped letters

smokedat 08-25-2018 12:17 AM

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Here are some pics of the tailgate in sequence, I found it up in Ojai Ca. Some dude that had like 4 c10 in different stages some just parts junkers

smokedat 08-25-2018 12:21 AM

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On parts that need allot of work I do them in sections or zones and close in on it. Once I lose my patience I walk away and try another day, sometimes ur just not inthe mood, if that’s the case I don’t eaven attempt to do any work.

z71se 08-25-2018 02:22 AM

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Here are some pics of the tailgate in sequence, I found it up in Ojai Ca. Some dude that had like 4 c10 in different stages some just parts junkers

Lol he have any other parts? I’m looking for some 73-80 inner fenders.
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smokedat 08-25-2018 07:59 PM

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Lol he have any other parts? I’m looking for some 73-80 inner fenders.
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If I come across a set Il let u know

smokedat 08-25-2018 08:02 PM

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So the fire wall section got color sanded and buffed prior front clip being install. Looks really flat straight. Btw color over a phone pic is way off

smokedat 08-25-2018 08:44 PM

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Here’s an almost complete pic. Needs tailgate.

mud.man.rj 08-26-2018 01:19 AM

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Just love that firewall, nice work on all of it, a pleasure to see the build come along.
Mudman.

z71se 08-26-2018 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by smokedat (Post 8330227)
So the fire wall section got color sanded and buffed prior front clip being install. Looks really flat straight. Btw color over a phone pic is way off

That firewall doe! :ennyd:

Will you be drilling into it for vintage air?

smokedat 08-26-2018 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mud.man.rj (Post 8330440)
Just love that firewall, nice work on all of it, a pleasure to see the build come along.
Mudman.

thanks mudman

smokedat 08-26-2018 10:30 AM

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That firewall doe! :ennyd:

Will you be drilling into it for vintage air?

thanks, i decided not to run ac or heater, im out in cali where is mostly sunny

smokedat 08-26-2018 10:33 AM

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here a few fast track pics of the evolution of the firewall

smokedat 08-26-2018 10:35 AM

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few more

mud.man.rj 08-26-2018 03:03 PM

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Well we can tell it wasn't fast, but all the effort sure paid off.
Mudman.

smokedat 08-28-2018 12:33 AM

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Towed the square back home. I didn’t install tail gate cus I didn’t have stainless bolts for hinges. Will do this on week end. will also install the steering column and steering wheel, maybe if I get to it install the calipers and wheels and adjust the stance on the coil overs now that it has the weight of engine.
Will wait 3 weeks before I color sand.

mud.man.rj 08-31-2018 11:34 PM

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Truck and colour looks great, love the wide rear tubs.
Mudman.


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