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**68bowtie** · 06-23-2023, 04:37 PM

Love that black on orange look. Nice job on the updates.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-23-2023, 04:39 PM

Matching Racoon Ears, cool.

**pjmoreland** · 06-23-2023, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

Love that black on orange look. Nice job on the updates.

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

Matching Racoon Ears, cool.

I was waiting for you to say something along those lines

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-23-2023, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

Thanks!

I was waiting for you to say something along those lines

I'm sorry. Raccoon.

**pjmoreland** · 06-23-2023, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

I'm sorry. Raccoon.

If the PO hadn't painted the windshield and door window frames black, then I definitely would have gone with white on the grille and mirrors. I almost had the body shop repaint the frames orange when I was having the PO's body damage to the driver side front fender, door and bed fender repaired, but it was gonna cost more than I was willing to spend.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-23-2023, 05:14 PM

We love Rascal.

Extended Power · 06-24-2023, 10:48 AM

Got my rear end back from the shop that narrowed it.
Ordered new axles, bearings, and retaining plates from Moser.
Started installing the Vintage Air.
Pulled the instrument panel, to gain access to the fuel injection wiring, so I could remove it.
Welded the brake push rod to the CPP hydroboost rod.
Brainstorming how the heck I’m gonna fit two 16” fans in front of the A/C now...

Extended Power · 06-24-2023, 11:14 AM

G.

72c20customcamper · 06-25-2023, 01:42 PM

Made a proper homemade spray booth

worked out well was going to buy a blow up booth on Amazon but for one hood wasn’t worth the expense . Still might when I do my next project. Came out nice for a heavy metallic single stage paint . I used an old truck of adding clear to the cup on the last two coats

**paul blair** · 06-25-2023, 05:08 PM

Paint is looking good Mark. You are multi talented. I enjoy your post here and learn some too...........

**68bowtie** · 06-25-2023, 05:39 PM

Wow that looks perfect

72c20customcamper · 06-25-2023, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by paul blair

Paint is looking good Mark. You are multi talented. I enjoy your post here and learn some too...........

Thanks glad it helps . When I worked in my uncles body shop you would be assigned a car and was responsible from start to finish . This way you couldn’t blame anyone else for screw up .

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

Wow that looks perfect

It’s not perfect have a spot of metallic mottling and a little dust in the paint . I think it came off of me walking past the fan I believe I can nib it with 3000 or 5000 paper and polish it won’t be perfect but very acceptable . Next time I’ll get a tyvek suit

**samkost** · 06-25-2023, 09:13 PM

I have a truck cover ordered, so I pulled it out of the garage to dust it off and detail it.
Took it for a (no current license tabs) spin around the neighborhood.
Gonna have to chase down a rattle and a squeak inside the cab.

It was a beautiful day here in the PNW.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-26-2023, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Made a proper homemade spray booth

worked out well was going to buy a blow up booth on Amazon but for one hood wasn’t worth the expense . Still might when I do my next project. Came out nice for a heavy metallic single stage paint . I used an old truck of adding clear to the cup on the last two coats

Mark, Is the fan sucking vapors out of the tent or getting filtered fresh air in?

72c20customcamper · 06-26-2023, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

Mark, Is the fan sucking vapors out of the tent or getting filtered fresh air in?

It’s a positive ventilation system . It’s pushing filtered air into the booth . I would have used the explosion proof exhaust fan I have to exhaust the overspray but it’s to big would have pulled in the walls . The mist and exhaust went out from the other side . I’m sure a lot went out in the gaps around the top and side walls .

Danyo492 · 06-26-2023, 07:49 AM

Performed surgery this weekend on the 67.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-26-2023, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

It’s a positive ventilation system . It’s pushing filtered air into the booth . I would have used the explosion proof exhaust fan I have to exhaust the overspray but it’s to big would have pulled in the walls . The mist and exhaust went out from the other side . I’m sure a lot went out in the gabs around the top and side walls .

Amazing. Levels above Shadetree operations.

72c20customcamper · 06-26-2023, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

Amazing. Levels above Shadetree operations.

Dont have the luxury of a real spray booth since my uncle's shop was sold . He had a beautiful downdraft unit .

mr.mud1 · 06-26-2023, 11:06 PM

not very glamourous but had to be done.i screwed up last year when i ordered 4 new 9.5x16.5 Firestone Transforce 10 ply tires.i forgot about the spare so i ordered another new tire,painted up the wheel and the spare tire carrier and put it all back under the truck like it's supposed to be(don't know why cause i don't have the jack but easier to find a jack on the road than a 16.5 tire)that'll do til i dream up something else to do?

67C10Step · 06-27-2023, 09:00 AM

I picked up a pair of Chevrolet script valve covers at a swap meet father's day weekend. Got them stripped, cleaned, and painted last weekend. Slipped out to the shop last evening and swapped them out with the originals.
Next up is putting new speedo gear in the transmission to see if I can get it a bit more accurate. About 4-5 mph slow right now.

Chevys4life · 06-27-2023, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Made a proper homemade spray booth

worked out well was going to buy a blow up booth on Amazon but for one hood wasn’t worth the expense . Still might when I do my next project. Came out nice for a heavy metallic single stage paint . I used an old truck of adding clear to the cup on the last two coats

That is a good trick to know.........thanks for the pointers Mark.

OregonNed · 06-28-2023, 12:09 PM

I have my 4/5 drop completed with front disc brake conversion - drop spindles and 2" springs plus 3" springs in the rear (had 2 inch blocks prior) - very happy with all of the results.

**samkost** · 06-28-2023, 04:37 PM

Great LWB stance Ned.
May I ask what size tires and wheels you are showing off.

Thanks, Sam

OregonNed · 06-28-2023, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by samkost

Great LWB stance Ned.
May I ask what size tires and wheels you are showing off.

Thanks, Sam

You bet! 15x7 up front with 235/70/15s and in the back, 15x8 with 275/60/15s

72c20customcamper · 07-01-2023, 05:10 PM

Put the hood on . Easy when you have 5 people helping took a few minutes to line up but the fit is very good hood latch isn’t on yet so it pops up

06-23-2023, 04:37 PM	#3951
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,483	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Love that black on orange look. Nice job on the updates. __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Survivor "Lil’ Mint" (67 c10 40k mile light green original paint) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

06-23-2023, 04:39 PM	#3952
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,090	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Matching Racoon Ears, cool. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

06-23-2023, 05:14 PM	#3956
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,090	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter We love Rascal. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

06-24-2023, 10:48 AM	#3957
Extended Power Registered User Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Redcliff, Alberta Posts: 199	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got my rear end back from the shop that narrowed it. Ordered new axles, bearings, and retaining plates from Moser. Started installing the Vintage Air. Pulled the instrument panel, to gain access to the fuel injection wiring, so I could remove it. Welded the brake push rod to the CPP hydroboost rod. Brainstorming how the heck I’m gonna fit two 16” fans in front of the A/C now... __________________ "If it ain't broken, fix it 'till it is!"

06-24-2023, 11:14 AM	#3958
Extended Power Registered User Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Redcliff, Alberta Posts: 199	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter G. __________________ "If it ain't broken, fix it 'till it is!" Last edited by Extended Power; 06-24-2023 at 11:15 AM. Reason: Double post

06-25-2023, 01:42 PM	#3959
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,202	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Made a proper homemade spray booth worked out well was going to buy a blow up booth on Amazon but for one hood wasn’t worth the expense . Still might when I do my next project. Came out nice for a heavy metallic single stage paint . I used an old truck of adding clear to the cup on the last two coats Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

06-25-2023, 05:08 PM	#3960
paul blair Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: massachusetts Posts: 326	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Paint is looking good Mark. You are multi talented. I enjoy your post here and learn some too...........

06-25-2023, 05:39 PM	#3961
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,483	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Wow that looks perfect __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Survivor "Lil’ Mint" (67 c10 40k mile light green original paint) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

06-25-2023, 09:13 PM	#3963
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 611	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I have a truck cover ordered, so I pulled it out of the garage to dust it off and detail it. Took it for a (no current license tabs) spin around the neighborhood. Gonna have to chase down a rattle and a squeak inside the cab. It was a beautiful day here in the PNW. Attached Images

06-26-2023, 07:49 AM	#3966
Danyo492 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 36	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Performed surgery this weekend on the 67. Attached Images

06-26-2023, 11:06 PM	#3969
mr.mud1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Joggins Nova Scotia Posts: 1,599	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter not very glamourous but had to be done.i screwed up last year when i ordered 4 new 9.5x16.5 Firestone Transforce 10 ply tires.i forgot about the spare so i ordered another new tire,painted up the wheel and the spare tire carrier and put it all back under the truck like it's supposed to be(don't know why cause i don't have the jack but easier to find a jack on the road than a 16.5 tire)that'll do til i dream up something else to do? Attached Images

06-27-2023, 09:00 AM	#3970
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,436	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I picked up a pair of Chevrolet script valve covers at a swap meet father's day weekend. Got them stripped, cleaned, and painted last weekend. Slipped out to the shop last evening and swapped them out with the originals. Next up is putting new speedo gear in the transmission to see if I can get it a bit more accurate. About 4-5 mph slow right now. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-28-2023, 12:09 PM	#3972
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I have my 4/5 drop completed with front disc brake conversion - drop spindles and 2" springs plus 3" springs in the rear (had 2 inch blocks prior) - very happy with all of the results. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

06-28-2023, 04:37 PM	#3973
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 611	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Great LWB stance Ned. May I ask what size tires and wheels you are showing off. Thanks, Sam

07-01-2023, 05:10 PM	#3975
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,202	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put the hood on . Easy when you have 5 people helping took a few minutes to line up but the fit is very good hood latch isn’t on yet so it pops up Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.



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