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Tx Firefighter · 03-05-2006, 03:47 PM

I've been driving the beater a lot lately and as time goes on, I'm getting dissatisfied with it.

It has a worn look to it, but frankly, I'm starting to realize it looks like a POS, not a beater. It a real good truck underneath, and drives splendidly, but I'm vain and I don't like people to think my stuff is junk.

I'm thinking about slicking the body work up and putting it in a nice coat of red oxide primer, and then putting my own shop logos on the doors. I'll weld up all the extra holes, probably shave some emblems, and stake pockets and stuff. I've already done rockers and cab corners and spotted them in with white primer. As a side benefit, having my own name and logo on the doors might help scare up some business, so I could make some side line money.

Here's basically what it looks like now...

What do ya'll think, slick and primer or leave it alone?

Don't be scared, fire away with opinions.

*FormerMember* · 03-05-2006, 03:50 PM

I'd paint it in flat red John Deer paint.

Better than the primer, more durable.

Castiron9 · 03-05-2006, 03:52 PM

Your right it looks like a POS............

Just kidding my Longhorn has two doors in primer and a different colored tailgate,but hell it's paid for and it gets me from point A to point B....I would slick and primer that baby ....

**special-K** · 03-05-2006, 03:53 PM

Flat white.I have a grey primer`72 short fleet I`m thinking about that on.

hotrodhomi · 03-05-2006, 03:55 PM

have you thought about painting it. The truck looks good to me as it is, but if you are not happy with it you should change it. If your not happy with how it is now I don't think you will be much happier with it in primer. Put some gloss on there.

cdowns · 03-05-2006, 03:55 PM

i think the red oxide look would work // the only thing is to have a working truck i'd leave the stake pockets cause i tend to haul much big stuff

70short/step · 03-05-2006, 03:56 PM

Go with your idea! Sounds Good! Make it your own truck that way!

Jayss109 · 03-05-2006, 04:00 PM

I see nothing wrong with primer. What ever will make ya smile!

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Tx Firefighter · 03-05-2006, 04:02 PM

Hotrodhomi, I've run my stuff in suede paint for years and years and liked it. I don't necessarily need shiny to be happy. I just don't want it to look like a derelict.

Another reason to use primer right now, is that a 68 front clip is in my future. I just haven't found it yet. Once I do find one, I'll have to shoot it to match, or re-shoot the whole truck.

I've recently priced normal auto primer and it's higher than a giraffe's butt. Things sure have gotten expensive lately. So, I'm thinking about using some industrial implement stuff since it's much cheaper. They sell a full line of it at the trailer supply place where I go. Even as cheap as it is, since I keep it parked indoors and don't drive it when the weather is bad, I'd imagine it would last awhile.

bojoe · 03-05-2006, 04:05 PM

If you plan on getting it to primer point, just take the extra mile and paint it the shinny color you want. If it is going to be a daily driver, just put a 5 foot paint job on it. That a way you won't be so mad when it gets a little scratch.
FYI 5' paint job is one where it looks good 5' away and up any closer than that you find little nit picky flaws. That is about all I am capable of.

Mechanics yes, body work, no good.

**N2TRUX** · 03-05-2006, 04:17 PM

Tx, I say go for it. While you know I like the patina look, it doesn't work as well on this one because it's multi-colored. I think the satin black look has been beat pretty hard, so I wouldn't go that way. I have been wanting to build a beater 73-80 truck for a while. If I do, it would be sprayed red oxide.

Worse case scenario is you have to go ahead and put a top coat on it if you don't like it....

jku72 · 03-05-2006, 04:30 PM

To me, the only thing that is truely uncool is rust, and poorly done aftermarket modifications. Old paint, suede, even minor dents still keep in charachter with the truck.
I guess ripped up seats kinda stink too.
Just dont go getting a cheap-a**ed paint job for short term gratification.

Primered_69 · 03-05-2006, 04:31 PM

Have you thought about trying to match the bed to the front end then throw on the Crager's you love so much. For me the thing that is not pulling it togeather is the stock Ralley's.

A. Ralley's + weathered = Broke down work truck. You do not even notice that it is lowered.

B. Cragers (Slots, turbines or other classic rims) + weathered + matching bed = Patina and Cool.

Just my opinion but i think that if you did the B style you would like it more. i think that is what made your step so popular. The wheels just completed the look.

hotrodhomi · 03-05-2006, 04:42 PM

If you don't mind the primer, I would leave it. It looks fine. It doesn't sound like you are the one that has a problem with the color. Buy your wife something nice, she'll forget about it.

CPNEJR · 03-05-2006, 04:44 PM

I like Primered_69's option b i think that it would look cool like that

but that just my opion

JAKES 68GMC · 03-05-2006, 04:45 PM

Hmmmm, if I had that truck, I'd probably change the wheels to Keystones or Cragars, with some white letter tires. Then I'd paint it up with Allis Chalmers orange paint.

ratrod67 · 03-05-2006, 04:54 PM

I agree with Primer69 as well. It needs a set of wheels. Maybe someone can Photoshop it a couple different ways for you. I primered my 67 SWB because it was 7 different colors. I wanted it to look similar to yours but all of the rustfree metal I found for it was different colors. To me these trucks look the best in faded paint and old style wheels.

Tx Firefighter · 03-05-2006, 05:06 PM

I'd like to do wheels, but the money tree is cut all the way to the ground now.

**truckdude239** · 03-05-2006, 05:09 PM

if my truck looked like that i'd call it finished lol instead mine sitting in primers and rustying

Primered_69 · 03-05-2006, 05:11 PM

Pick up some trusty Slots...I am sure you could trade a rocker job for some wheels...(hint,hint)

weasel29gm · 03-05-2006, 05:38 PM

Theres a differnance between a WIP (work in progress) and a beater. Regardless of whats underneath. Work the body and paint one color, flat,primer or color. Honestly around here it wouldn't get a second look.

JAKES 68GMC · 03-05-2006, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

I'd like to do wheels, but the money tree is cut all the way to the ground now.

Two words: Classified ads. I bought a set of Keystone Klassics for 80 bucks. Front ones are OK shape, rear ones are mint. I got lugnuts and 2 front tires, with them, too.

**Palf70Step** · 03-05-2006, 06:42 PM

Well I like your idea on the one color. I think the red primer will look good. I also think with that scheme the ralleys look the best, but I am a ralley, not a big chrome man. I do agree with cdowns about keeping the stake pockets. Most of the time I just haul my @$$ in mine, but I sure do find theose pockets handy when somethine goes in the bed.

Bishops Trucks · 03-05-2006, 06:50 PM

Theres nothing wrong with a primer sealer. Satin black primer with your shop name painted on the side would look cool. Kind of a Rat Rod look. My opinion.

muddpile · 03-05-2006, 07:13 PM

I like the idea of the red primer with the shop logo and the shaved stake pockets. I will be using my truck for work, and I will be shaving the stake pockets, as it looks good and if you try to use them as an anchor, you usually end up wrecking the paint. Would you paint the interior to match?

03-05-2006, 03:47 PM	#1
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I've been driving the beater a lot lately and as time goes on, I'm getting dissatisfied with it. It has a worn look to it, but frankly, I'm starting to realize it looks like a POS, not a beater. It a real good truck underneath, and drives splendidly, but I'm vain and I don't like people to think my stuff is junk. I'm thinking about slicking the body work up and putting it in a nice coat of red oxide primer, and then putting my own shop logos on the doors. I'll weld up all the extra holes, probably shave some emblems, and stake pockets and stuff. I've already done rockers and cab corners and spotted them in with white primer. As a side benefit, having my own name and logo on the doors might help scare up some business, so I could make some side line money. Here's basically what it looks like now... What do ya'll think, slick and primer or leave it alone? Don't be scared, fire away with opinions. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

03-05-2006, 03:50 PM	#2
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I'd paint it in flat red John Deer paint. Better than the primer, more durable.

03-05-2006, 03:52 PM	#3
Castiron9 72 LONGHORN OWNER Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Seattle Wash. Posts: 963	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Your right it looks like a POS............ Just kidding my Longhorn has two doors in primer and a different colored tailgate,but hell it's paid for and it gets me from point A to point B....I would slick and primer that baby .... __________________ 72-SUPER CHEYENNE/20 LONGHORN 70-C/30 DUALLY

03-05-2006, 03:53 PM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Flat white.I have a grey primer`72 short fleet I`m thinking about that on. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-05-2006, 03:55 PM	#5
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck have you thought about painting it. The truck looks good to me as it is, but if you are not happy with it you should change it. If your not happy with how it is now I don't think you will be much happier with it in primer. Put some gloss on there. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

03-05-2006, 03:55 PM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck i think the red oxide look would work // the only thing is to have a working truck i'd leave the stake pockets cause i tend to haul much big stuff __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-05-2006, 03:56 PM	#7
70short/step Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 1,579	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Go with your idea! Sounds Good! Make it your own truck that way! __________________ For every person with a spark of genius, There are a hundred with ignition trouble. 70 Short/Step

03-05-2006, 04:00 PM	#8
Jayss109 Active Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 235	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I see nothing wrong with primer. What ever will make ya smile! J ________ Upskirt xxx Last edited by Jayss109; 04-27-2011 at 11:35 PM.

03-05-2006, 04:02 PM	#9
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Hotrodhomi, I've run my stuff in suede paint for years and years and liked it. I don't necessarily need shiny to be happy. I just don't want it to look like a derelict. Another reason to use primer right now, is that a 68 front clip is in my future. I just haven't found it yet. Once I do find one, I'll have to shoot it to match, or re-shoot the whole truck. I've recently priced normal auto primer and it's higher than a giraffe's butt. Things sure have gotten expensive lately. So, I'm thinking about using some industrial implement stuff since it's much cheaper. They sell a full line of it at the trailer supply place where I go. Even as cheap as it is, since I keep it parked indoors and don't drive it when the weather is bad, I'd imagine it would last awhile. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

03-05-2006, 04:05 PM	#10
bojoe Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Benton, IL Posts: 95	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck If you plan on getting it to primer point, just take the extra mile and paint it the shinny color you want. If it is going to be a daily driver, just put a 5 foot paint job on it. That a way you won't be so mad when it gets a little scratch. FYI 5' paint job is one where it looks good 5' away and up any closer than that you find little nit picky flaws. That is about all I am capable of. Mechanics yes, body work, no good. __________________ 1985 GMC 1/2 ton 305/700R4 1975 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 350/350 1971 Chevrolet C-60 427/5+2 1981 Cadillac Deville 6.0/368cid 2003 Chevrolet Suburban(wife's ride) 2007 Peterbilt 379/How I make money More old John Deere tractors than I know what to do with.

03-05-2006, 04:17 PM	#11
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Tx, I say go for it. While you know I like the patina look, it doesn't work as well on this one because it's multi-colored. I think the satin black look has been beat pretty hard, so I wouldn't go that way. I have been wanting to build a beater 73-80 truck for a while. If I do, it would be sprayed red oxide. Worse case scenario is you have to go ahead and put a top coat on it if you don't like it.... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-05-2006, 04:30 PM	#12
jku72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: cornville, maine Posts: 659	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck To me, the only thing that is truely uncool is rust, and poorly done aftermarket modifications. Old paint, suede, even minor dents still keep in charachter with the truck. I guess ripped up seats kinda stink too. Just dont go getting a cheap-a**ed paint job for short term gratification. __________________ jku Cornville, Maine 68 C10 burb 42 Willys MB 46 Dodge WF-32 1.5 ton 53 & 56 Olds' 60 Cadillac 22 Dodge Brothers

03-05-2006, 04:31 PM	#13
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Have you thought about trying to match the bed to the front end then throw on the Crager's you love so much. For me the thing that is not pulling it togeather is the stock Ralley's. A. Ralley's + weathered = Broke down work truck. You do not even notice that it is lowered. B. Cragers (Slots, turbines or other classic rims) + weathered + matching bed = Patina and Cool. Just my opinion but i think that if you did the B style you would like it more. i think that is what made your step so popular. The wheels just completed the look. __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

03-05-2006, 04:42 PM	#14
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck If you don't mind the primer, I would leave it. It looks fine. It doesn't sound like you are the one that has a problem with the color. Buy your wife something nice, she'll forget about it. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

03-05-2006, 04:44 PM	#15
CPNEJR Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Franconia,N.H. Posts: 1,029	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I like Primered_69's option b i think that it would look cool like that but that just my opion __________________ (Only) Member of the CPNE Fan Club Aint that the truth 67 C-10 350 with 3-speed tranny and 308 gears swb step 82 Z28 Camaro 355 small block over 350 hp and a borg warner super t-10 (blown engine) 72 Chevy K20 Suburban (future project) 70 Chevy K20 now 68 GMC K2500 2003 Chevy 2500hd ccsb 4X4 (daily driver)



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03-05-2006, 04:45 PM	#16
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Hmmmm, if I had that truck, I'd probably change the wheels to Keystones or Cragars, with some white letter tires. Then I'd paint it up with Allis Chalmers orange paint.

03-05-2006, 04:54 PM	#17
ratrod67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 2,270	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I agree with Primer69 as well. It needs a set of wheels. Maybe someone can Photoshop it a couple different ways for you. I primered my 67 SWB because it was 7 different colors. I wanted it to look similar to yours but all of the rustfree metal I found for it was different colors. To me these trucks look the best in faded paint and old style wheels.

03-05-2006, 05:06 PM	#18
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I'd like to do wheels, but the money tree is cut all the way to the ground now. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

03-05-2006, 05:09 PM	#19
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck if my truck looked like that i'd call it finished lol instead mine sitting in primers and rustying __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

03-05-2006, 05:11 PM	#20
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Pick up some trusty Slots...I am sure you could trade a rocker job for some wheels...(hint,hint) __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together) Last edited by Primered_69; 03-05-2006 at 07:16 PM.

03-05-2006, 05:38 PM	#21
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,091	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Theres a differnance between a WIP (work in progress) and a beater. Regardless of whats underneath. Work the body and paint one color, flat,primer or color. Honestly around here it wouldn't get a second look. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

03-05-2006, 06:42 PM	#23
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,670	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Well I like your idea on the one color. I think the red primer will look good. I also think with that scheme the ralleys look the best, but I am a ralley, not a big chrome man. I do agree with cdowns about keeping the stake pockets. Most of the time I just haul my @$$ in mine, but I sure do find theose pockets handy when somethine goes in the bed. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

03-05-2006, 06:50 PM	#24
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck Theres nothing wrong with a primer sealer. Satin black primer with your shop name painted on the side would look cool. Kind of a Rat Rod look. My opinion. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

03-05-2006, 07:13 PM	#25
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: I'd like everyone's opinions on my truck I like the idea of the red primer with the shop logo and the shaved stake pockets. I will be using my truck for work, and I will be shaving the stake pockets, as it looks good and if you try to use them as an anchor, you usually end up wrecking the paint. Would you paint the interior to match? __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

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