Grandpa’s 63 C10 build

[roll_the_dice]

No, it was mechanical...I am using a mechanical on the new transmission also.

[notsolo]

Looking good, dents appear over night when your done sanding.....You might consider using a guide coat, I wish I had on the long bed. I had about 12 dents and blemishes show up after the top coat was done. Not a show truck either, but I try to make it as nice as possible...hopefully you are back to normal routine soon.

[notsolo]

Originally Posted by notsolo

Looking good, dents appear over night when your done sanding.....You might consider using a guide coat, I wish I had on the long bed. I had about 12 dents and blemishes show up after the top coat was done. Not a show truck either, but I try to make it as nice as possible...hopefully you are back to normal routine soon.

I think you can use rattle can black primer. But there are several kinds. Happy sanding.

[J Williams]

Originally Posted by notsolo

I think you can use rattle can black primer. But there are several kinds. Happy sanding.

Well I got the dent out and another 3 coats of primer on. I was wondering if any old black spray paint primer would work but I was worried about Chemicals chemicals not liking each other so I ordered a can of guid coat. About the same price anyway.

Thanks for the tips guys. Appreciate all the help I can get. I have to say, this community of old GM owners reminds me of the good ol fashion people who just enjoy helping others out. Maybe one day we will meet on the road somewhere cruising our oldies!
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[J Williams]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

No, it was mechanical...I am using a mechanical on the new transmission also.

Dang I was hoping to help get it off your shelf if you didn’t need it! Haha oh well. I still have to get one. That’s one of the downfalls of the NV3500 is the electric speedo.
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[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by J Williams

Dang I was hoping to help get it off your shelf if you didn’t need it! Haha oh well. I still have to get one. That’s one of the downfalls of the NV3500 is the electric speedo.
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LOL I would have sent it to you. I wish I could make my OEM speedo electric, but I already bought the mechanical gear for the transmission as well as the cable. So that ship has sailed.

[notsolo]

Also dura block 16 inch with a roll of 320 sticky paper. Gets those long lines nice and flat...the astronaut has a couple builds...goldie locks and some other restorations that have some great painting and restoration skills. Making great progress....Happy 4th of July.

[J Williams]

Well I didn’t know Fedex would deliver parts on Sunday but, I wasn’t going to complain when they showed up with my engine mounts! Got the engine in Sunday and pretty much have the wiring completed other than lights.

Got the grill pulled off and the headlights out. Start body work on the front end then get it bolted up. Getting the engine in was a big milestone!
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[Captainfab]

I had a visit from FedEx on Sunday too. Surprised me as well. I guess that sort of makes up for them never showing up on the 1st and the 2nd even though the tracking showed my package on the truck for delivery.

[notsolo]

Congrats getting the engine installed. Looks perfect. Take a few minutes and make sure your wire looms and other little hardware items are in place while the engine is easy to reach.

[J Williams]

Originally Posted by Captainfab

I had a visit from FedEx on Sunday too. Surprised me as well. I guess that sort of makes up for them never showing up on the 1st and the 2nd even though the tracking showed my package on the truck for delivery.

Funny you say that. Mine was the same way. Said it was supposed to be there Friday and didn’t show up until Sunday. But it’s a crazy world right now and I am sure they are short handed and incredibly busy. Also I need to get you a price on shipping for that paint. I will get that for you next week.
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