Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

Any updates?

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

yeah, i got a deal i couldn't pass up... sandblasting of my entire frame, all crossmembers, springs, arms, rear end etc. etc. for only 90 bucks... after all the cleaning and washing I did, it would be fine like it is, but for such a small price, i felt i couldn't pass it up.
snowed here last night, so I won't be able to prime it until it gets warm, so I'm waiting to have it blasted when it's warm so I can prime it right after.

pulled out parts from storage, heater core/blower box, doors, dash panel that has the VIN code on it etc. etc. so I can get that all prepped for primer/paint as well.

Bed is out waiting to be pressure washed as well..

so I'm working on a lot of prep work to get all of the inside of the cab primed/painted so I can get all that out of the way, I want to get this cab back on as soon as possible so it will start looking like a truck again :)
stay tuned...

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

Well there you go. Good deal. That is hard to pass up. Even though I degreased and power washed mine as well, I am having it blasted too. This guy is $135 and hour and said it should only take him an hour to do it. You just can't pass up things like that. The best thing is that he is coming to me and I am not having to take everything to him. Looking forward to your pics.

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Sweet progress man!! I'm definitely going to have to use that purple power and tide trick! Can't wait to see to see it when it gets back!

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

yeah it works great, if the sandblasting had cost more than 100+ bucks i wouldn't have done it

kind regards

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Yeah, I need to look at getting mine done once I get my bed off.

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can you tell me what spray gun kit this is, part #? thank you

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http://www.tcpglobal.com/spraygundepot/tcpgate.aspx

TCP G7000

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

update...

my bench seat redone in original color...

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Nice!!!! Would you care if I stole that idea? I think its just plain awesome!!!

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hehehe, thanks! be my guest :)

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seat looks great bro....

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Sweet!!!!!

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thanks man!

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Subd.

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Did you get your frame painted yet? Still waiting for mine to get done.

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

will be taking it in the next day or so to get blasted, can't wait to prime it and get it painted so i can start putting it back together!

how is your build coming?

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

Yeah I know the feeling. I have been stripping the cab and buying more parts lately. Just picked up my inner fenders, gas tanks, outer rocker panel and bumper filler panel today. My painter has been dragging his feet lately but hopefully he will pick it up soon. If he would get the frame and a few other things done then I could atleast start putting stuff back on the frame.

I would like to get the tanks, all lines and engine/trans back on the frame before doing anything else. I am about at a stopping point with buying parts until he get the truck painted. Funds are dwindling fast. I will buy my body bushing kit and bolts, bed bolts, sending units and still need to buy a set of heads before I put a freeze on the spending. Then if there is anything left after painting I will go from there. I am just ready to start putting stuff back on the frame and get all that done.

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

yeah, i'm concentrating on getting all the frame stuff done first before I spend any money on anything else. it's easy to get lost by hopping around from one thing to another. have to prioritize tasks.
once i get the frame all done, that includes all lines, tanks, suspension, etc. etc. then i'll worry about just the cab, then move on to the next item then the next etc.

I hope to have all the frame stuff done this week/weekend if the damn weather would stay warm enough.

stay motivated man

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Looking forward to your progress. Keep us informed.

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

update...

went ahead and ordered my paint and activator for the frame and suspension, also for the bottom of the bed, and under the cab. i may use it in the engine compartments as well (firewall, inner fenders etc.)
also ordered my painting supplies, sandpaper, DA sanding disks, sanding blocks, respirators, paint suit, mixing cups.
all from smartshoppersinc.com...

part num:
1 -UA-70338 Kirker Hot Rod Black 3/4 gallon
1 -UA-1600 activator 1 qt
1 -1-180 Indasa Rhynowet 9"x11" wet/dry 180 grit 50 sheets
1 -1-360 Indasa Rhynowet 9"x11" wet/dry 360 grit 50 sheets
1 -60-60 Indasa Rhynolox/Rhynodry 6" self adhesive disk 60 grit 100 disks
1 -60-80 Indasa Rhynolox/Rhynodry 6" self adhesive disk 80 grit 100 disks
1 -BG-12 Motor Guard big block sanding block
2 -SB-1 Motor Guard flexible sanding block
2 -SAS-8661-92 SAS bandit half mask disposable respirator
1 -SAS-6938C SAS moon suit paint suit
6 -1 quart mixing cups

total cost 275.00 included shipping
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday it is supposed to be in the 70's
Monday will get the frame/all suspension parts etc. sandblasted.
will epoxy prime, then paint it all with the Hot Rod black...can't wait to get this painting done so I can start turning bolts :)

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

Cool beans man! I am right there with ya. Can't wait to start turning bolts. So you are doing the frame and everything in the Hot Rod Black. Is that a flat paint or does it have a little sheen to it. Maybe I am thinking of something else. Looking forward to the pics.

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

go to the Kirker website and read up on it, it's a acrylic urethane, can be used instead of primer. it's a smooth satin finish.
i'm going to do epoxy primer + the hot rod black, but it can be used by itself.
real reasonable price too.
you can call Kirker and talk to Kyle, he'll give you all the info on it.

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

update...

was able to salvage my upper control arms
lowers were all ok

epoxy primed the control arms, will prime the crossmember and related parts tomorrow
frame on monday/tuesday

disregard the messy carport :)

Re: My new project 86 Silverado
 

Lookin Good!