The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network







Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Go Back   The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > 47 - Current classic GM Trucks > The 1973 - 1987 Chevrolet & GMC Squarebody Pickups Message Board > Squarebody Projects and Builds

Web 67-72chevytrucks.com


Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 03-25-2018, 09:08 PM   #226
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

As Mike stated, the fenders, doors, hood, and front valance, are new old stock gm parts, so they fit perfectly!
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-26-2018, 04:02 AM   #227
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Finished cleaning up the rest of the little stuff I found on the cab, resealed all the seams, and since I had a bunch of work on the roof, and a a few spots I sanded through, I just shot another full coat of epoxy, when it flashes off I'll hit it with some surfacer.
Attached Images
 
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-26-2018, 08:25 AM   #228
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Shot a couple coats of 2k primer, and a little blue on the inside of the cab. Looks good, I really like the color! It's a little early in the project to be spraying color, but it's a good boost to the motivation!
Attached Images
    
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-26-2018, 08:50 AM   #229
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

That looks great Jayson!!! I need to catch up!
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-26-2018, 09:00 AM   #230
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Quote:
Originally Posted by Dads79GMC View Post
That looks great Jayson!!! I need to catch up!
You can try and catch up Sir, but you need the wheels that I have to paint for the one your working on, I will sabotage your plans too stay ahead!!
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-27-2018, 01:01 PM   #231
Low Elco
Registered User
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Indep, MO
Posts: 5,893
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Lookin' good in the hood!
Low Elco is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-28-2018, 01:51 PM   #232
aggie91
I'm just glad to be here!
 
aggie91's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Longview, TX
Posts: 4,788
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Love that blue!
__________________
Karl



1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues)
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424

The LST Challenge:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257

Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn"
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618

1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305

Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square
aggie91 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-28-2018, 02:45 PM   #233
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Quote:
Originally Posted by aggie91 View Post
Love that blue!
Thanks Karl! Jayson is doing a great job. That blue is the factory coded color.

Jayson and I have a surprise to announce here in a day or two. Hint, we're mixing up my two builds!!!!!!! ????????

Mike
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 10:03 AM   #234
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

I finished sanding the cab last night, and couldn't help but shooting some paint on it. Should have some clear on it in another couple hours.
Attached Images
   
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 01:04 PM   #235
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Clear is on! I'm trying out SPI universal clear coat on this truck, and so far it is awesome! I got a few specks of dirt in it, but it will sand and buff beautifully.
Attached Images
    
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 01:20 PM   #236
Jaysonb
Registered User
 
Jaysonb's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Good Thunder Mn.
Posts: 955
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Did I mention that I love my new paint gun!
Attached Images
 
Jaysonb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 01:29 PM   #237
MTCK
Registered User
 
MTCK's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Posts: 1,830
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

That looks amazing. Love the subtle two-tone.
__________________
-Marcus

1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's
1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow
2022 Silverado 3500 L8T
Project Daily Driver
Project Heavy Hauler
Project Plow Truck
MTCK is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 05:18 PM   #238
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Jayson is doing some smoke'n hot work on my Dad's 79 GMC. CHANGE TO THE PLAN: The other night while I was traveling to Fargo, ND from Des Moines, IA late at night Jayson and I were talking about this project and my 78' build (Addiction). During the conversation, it was decided to take all the original parts (350/350, rear end with drum brakes) and put Dad's 79 GMC back to stock, except of course for the drop and that it's about 14/6" inches shorter. Will maintain the rally wheels, 8's in the back and 7's up front with white walls all the way around (Jayson didn't know that part, he's asleep right now). Matter of fact, I just ordered the tires last night. So, I've temporarily put a halt on the 78 while I work on gathering all the parts that are needed to put this 79 back to "ALMOST" all stock.

This also means that all the LS/4L603, fuel system, cooling system, disc brakes in the rear etc will go into the 78 after we make the swap in a few weeks.

I can't say enough about what great work Jayson has done and what a joy he is to work with!!!

I love my blast cabinet, it sure comes in handy!!!!!

Thanks Mike

Here you go, what I've been doing the last couple days in support of the main effort, Dads79GMC:
Attached Images
    
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016

Last edited by Dads79GMC; 03-31-2018 at 11:07 PM.
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 07:00 PM   #239
gmachinz
Account Suspended
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Des Moines, IA.
Posts: 4,143
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Truck is coming along nicely! What are your plans for re-wiring it? hint...hint lol
gmachinz is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 08:14 PM   #240
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Are you offering to sponsor it and give me the wiring? Hahaha!
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 09:33 PM   #241
gmachinz
Account Suspended
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Des Moines, IA.
Posts: 4,143
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

If you happen to have a 6.2 LS and 4L80E that you’d like to give me as a sponsor for my ‘80 Monte project we can talk! lol
gmachinz is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 09:34 PM   #242
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Nope!
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-31-2018, 10:57 PM   #243
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Gonna close out the day! Was able to blast and prime brackets for the 350 since it's kind of an emergency now to get that and the trans done and transported to MN along with the rear end. I will call the rear end a wrap!! Can't forget fluids though!! Also put in new seals all around the rear housing.

Mike
Attached Images
     
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-01-2018, 08:34 PM   #244
Roaddogg
Registered User
 
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Grimes, Iowa
Posts: 41
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

What are you using to blast all the little parts?
Roaddogg is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-01-2018, 09:51 PM   #245
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Aluminum Oxide on these pieces. Have also used this stuff as well. I purchased both at Tractor Supply Company. Mike
Attached Images
 
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-01-2018, 10:05 PM   #246
Roaddogg
Registered User
 
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Grimes, Iowa
Posts: 41
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Are you using that in a cabinet or have something else? I wouldn't mind finding something inexpensive to do some clean up of some parts. Seems like I'm always spending forever cleaning up stuff with a white wheel and grinder.

Last edited by Roaddogg; 04-01-2018 at 10:18 PM.
Roaddogg is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-01-2018, 10:44 PM   #247
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

I have a cabinet, Love it!
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-02-2018, 04:23 AM   #248
MrFinland
Registered User
 
MrFinland's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Kokkola (Kälviä), FINLAND
Posts: 346
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Quote:
Originally Posted by Jaysonb View Post
Clear is on! I'm trying out SPI universal clear coat on this truck, and so far it is awesome! I got a few specks of dirt in it, but it will sand and buff beautifully.
Wow! Very nice job Jayson!
MrFinland is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-02-2018, 11:53 AM   #249
BIGglaSS
Registered User
 
BIGglaSS's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2014
Location: ID
Posts: 663
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Excellent choice for paint! Looks great!
BIGglaSS is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-02-2018, 01:20 PM   #250
Dads79GMC
Registered User
 
Dads79GMC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation

Quote:
Originally Posted by BIGglaSS View Post
Excellent choice for paint! Looks great!
Can’t wait to see it totally painted with trim. Thanks Mike
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s

Dads 79 GMC Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929

1978 Silverado Build
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016
Dads79GMC is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 04:41 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com