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Mikey72 · 12-18-2010, 08:32 PM

This is my 72 4x4, its a work in progress, mainly the interior.

Raider Rudy · 12-18-2010, 08:46 PM

She sure is a real beauty

Mikey72 · 12-18-2010, 08:51 PM

Thank you

silvertip67 · 12-18-2010, 09:22 PM

Super looking paint and trim...I dont know if I have what it takes to own a black vehicle...but they sure look nice w/ a shine like yours...t

silverado383 · 12-20-2010, 11:32 AM

here is my 69' GMC

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-20-2010, 05:54 PM

Silverado383, your truck turned out awesome. I bet some people couldn't even tell what you painted it with.

jakeblues652 · 12-20-2010, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Silverado383, your truck turned out awesome. I bet some people couldn't even tell what you painted it with.

rattle cans?!?!? WOW!!!

silverado383 · 12-20-2010, 06:25 PM

LOL no rattle Can.
i did the rustoleum ROLLER aproach.

paint has been on there for a few months now and i finally got around to washing it for the first time this weekend. cold/freezing weather, snow, slush, dirt, and grime was building up on it pretty fast. washed it all off and she still looks good paint is holding up great thus far. this truck is my daily driver so she is exposed to the elements.

here is the thread i posted for the paint job i did
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429461

jakeblues652 · 12-20-2010, 06:42 PM

wow. thats a REALLLY nice job for a roller. maybe theres a rolller or two in for mine in the future

maybe i overlooked it somewhere, but what was the nap of the roller?

glimmertwin01 · 12-20-2010, 07:31 PM

NICE! Inpressive did you thin it any? sand it and buff it? how many hours did it take to dry? thats great!
I was thinkin of using tractor supply red on my plow truck im building this coming summer.. bare bones K5 with a stick 6 ...

silverado383 · 12-21-2010, 11:13 AM

i did all the trim work (i.e. doors, hood, joints, tight spots) with full strength paint and a foam brush. the first coat i thined out to 70/30 mix (70% paint 30% mineral spirits). the second coat was a little closer to 80/20 or so. i wet sanded after the second coat then did two more coats with no thiner. i want to wet sand it and get at least two more coats down on it but i ran out of time. the paint can says it needs 24 hrs to dry but i would wait about 6 hrs between coats or until the paint was dry to the touch, it actually set up pretty fast. i thought it would be better to put the paint down while the other coats were still slightly tacky to help it bond.......not sure if thats the right idea or not.
i will have to wait until the weather warms up a bit before i can get more paint down on it but what i have on it now should help protect the body from moisture.

i kind of rushed it becuz all i had was a weekend to do it and wanted to get as much done as i could but i was able to get it all done in a weekend. the hardest part is waiting for the paint to dry
i used a dense/firm foam roller to apply the paint.

silverado383 · 12-21-2010, 04:17 PM

glad i just washed the truck to.
6 inch lift and 35 inch tires and the differential is still dragging in the snow. and its still coming down, this is my driveway, roads are the same.

not a great pic but you get the idea

silvertip67 · 12-29-2010, 08:46 PM

I would love to hear from you guys that have lifted your 4X4's...I would like to lift my '67 CST, but dont want to deal with pedals and other stuff( like u bolts on axle etc)...is getting the leaf springs reshaped the best way?? or do you have some other thoughts...

I can get the rear up w/ the air bag...and found a pair of air shocks that are 14" that will fit the front...so I cold get enough "up" to put on some bigger tires ( say 31.5 10.50's similar)

any ideas will be appreciated...t

I have posted this before...but here again is the truck...

jakeblues652 · 12-29-2010, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silvertip67

I would love to hear from you guys that have lifted your 4X4's...I would like to lift my '67 CST, but dont want to deal with pedals and other stuff( like u bolts on axle etc)...is getting the leaf springs reshaped the best way?? or do you have some other thoughts...

I can get the rear up w/ the air bag...and found a pair of air shocks that are 14" that will fit the front...so I cold get enough "up" to put on some bigger tires ( say 31.5 10.50's similar)

any ideas will be appreciated...t

I have posted this before...but here again is the truck...

you could always go with a body lift. they are cheap, and you never need to touch any suspension parts. or you could go with a conventional lift kit, but the smallest ive seen them is 4". there are also a few other methods, but they would be the first ones to do IMO

silvertip67 · 12-29-2010, 09:01 PM

thanks... are you referring to a kit like LMC has...or do you know a better source?...not many stores or shops around where I live...so internet or doing a spring shop thing is what available to me.

3" would be fine...that would get any tire I like on easy...

thanks again...t

glimmertwin01 · 12-30-2010, 08:14 AM

go to a local commercial truck spring shop.. we have one locally that can fabricate new springs to your order.. my 67 chassis (and72) appears to have been done this way. the main spring is re arched ..

Thatguy · 12-30-2010, 09:24 PM

We need more Facebook fans with 67-72 GM's, find us 1967-1972 GM Truck Page, thanks to those of you that already are on there! 67-72's rule!!!!

msgross · 12-31-2010, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silvertip67

I would love to hear from you guys that have lifted your 4X4's...I would like to lift my '67 CST, but dont want to deal with pedals and other stuff( like u bolts on axle etc)...is getting the leaf springs reshaped the best way?? or do you have some other thoughts...

I can get the rear up w/ the air bag...and found a pair of air shocks that are 14" that will fit the front...so I cold get enough "up" to put on some bigger tires ( say 31.5 10.50's similar)

any ideas will be appreciated...t

I have posted this before...but here again is the truck...

Quote:

Originally Posted by jakeblues652

you could always go with a body lift. they are cheap, and you never need to touch any suspension parts. or you could go with a conventional lift kit, but the smallest ive seen them is 4". there are also a few other methods, but they would be the first ones to do IMO

nice truck, I would avoid the body lift... If you only need a little lift I would add-a-leaf for the front and rear or use a zero rate leaf for the same affect. My add-a leaf gained 1.5" before weight was put back on...

You will need to probably get new U-bolts but your shocks should still be find. Using airshocks and bags will make it drive like a 1ton and only wear out in the long run.

jakeblues652 · 12-31-2010, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

nice truck, I would avoid the body lift... If you only need a little lift I would add-a-leaf for the front and rear or use a zero rate leaf for the same affect. My add-a leaf gained 1.5" before weight was put back on...

You will need to probably get new U-bolts but your shocks should still be find. Using airshocks and bags will make it drive like a 1ton and only wear out in the long run.

i have looked for add-a-leafs for the '67 and AFAIK they only have them for the front. the back leafs are 2 1/4", and they are different then the 69-62, but the fronts are the same (2 1/2").

and everyone has their own opinion, but at long as you dont plan on rock crawling through the woods, body lift would be fine and dandy. if you do plan on offroading, definatly get lift springs.

kevmcrae · 01-13-2011, 02:02 AM

My 71 work in progress. Interior done, body work this winter so I can paint in the summer, Chrysler Inferno Red Crystal. 1 ton Dana 60 Detroit locker rear, 3/4 ton Dana 44 front, 454 bored .30 over, comp truck cam, 700R4 tranny with shift kit and Corvette servo, 5" total lift and 35 inch Mickey's on 16 inch Dick Cepec wheels.

jeremy zander · 01-24-2011, 12:06 AM

4wd fun

1bad71 · 01-26-2011, 12:53 AM

My 1971 still in progress of body work and paint.. ZZ4 crate 350, th400, 205.. 1 ton dana 44 and 14 bolt rear, 4:11s 35" MTZs...

1tuff71 · 01-26-2011, 05:30 PM

Well i'm almost there had I not had to leave her sit for 5 years now I have to rebuild the drivetrain. Ain't life a ***** !

glimmertwin01 · 01-26-2011, 06:02 PM

sweet K5 man

1tuff71 · 01-28-2011, 08:40 PM

Thanks. She's a real $$$$$ pit but I love her.

12-18-2010, 08:32 PM	#301
Mikey72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: havelock, n.c. Posts: 19	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 This is my 72 4x4, its a work in progress, mainly the interior. Attached Images

12-18-2010, 08:46 PM	#302
Raider Rudy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Riverside, Ca. Posts: 241	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 She sure is a real beauty __________________ 1969 Chevy Long Fleet Custom C/10 (2nd owner) 1971 Chevy Short Fleet Custom C/10 (2nd owner) 2001 Chevy Silverado Ext Cab

12-18-2010, 08:51 PM	#303
Mikey72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: havelock, n.c. Posts: 19	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 Thank you

12-18-2010, 09:22 PM	#304
silvertip67 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: pine colorado Posts: 89	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 Super looking paint and trim...I dont know if I have what it takes to own a black vehicle...but they sure look nice w/ a shine like yours...t

12-20-2010, 11:32 AM	#305
silverado383 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Laramie Wyoming Posts: 33	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 here is my 69' GMC Attached Images

12-20-2010, 05:54 PM	#306
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12-20-2010, 06:25 PM	#308
silverado383 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Laramie Wyoming Posts: 33	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 LOL no rattle Can. i did the rustoleum ROLLER aproach. paint has been on there for a few months now and i finally got around to washing it for the first time this weekend. cold/freezing weather, snow, slush, dirt, and grime was building up on it pretty fast. washed it all off and she still looks good paint is holding up great thus far. this truck is my daily driver so she is exposed to the elements. here is the thread i posted for the paint job i did http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429461

12-20-2010, 07:31 PM	#310
glimmertwin01 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 1,022	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 NICE! Inpressive did you thin it any? sand it and buff it? how many hours did it take to dry? thats great! I was thinkin of using tractor supply red on my plow truck im building this coming summer.. bare bones K5 with a stick 6 ... __________________ 67/68 K/20 "The BEAST" 68 K15 V6 LWB. 73 K20 GMC Burb "The Bomber" 74 K/5 74 K20 Custom Deluxe 86 K10 Shorty 92 K2500 Burb 95 K2500 GMC Life is what you make it Live each day like it was your last Old GM Trucks never go out of style

12-21-2010, 11:13 AM	#311
silverado383 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Laramie Wyoming Posts: 33	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 i did all the trim work (i.e. doors, hood, joints, tight spots) with full strength paint and a foam brush. the first coat i thined out to 70/30 mix (70% paint 30% mineral spirits). the second coat was a little closer to 80/20 or so. i wet sanded after the second coat then did two more coats with no thiner. i want to wet sand it and get at least two more coats down on it but i ran out of time. the paint can says it needs 24 hrs to dry but i would wait about 6 hrs between coats or until the paint was dry to the touch, it actually set up pretty fast. i thought it would be better to put the paint down while the other coats were still slightly tacky to help it bond.......not sure if thats the right idea or not. i will have to wait until the weather warms up a bit before i can get more paint down on it but what i have on it now should help protect the body from moisture. i kind of rushed it becuz all i had was a weekend to do it and wanted to get as much done as i could but i was able to get it all done in a weekend. the hardest part is waiting for the paint to dry i used a dense/firm foam roller to apply the paint. Last edited by silverado383; 12-21-2010 at 11:14 AM.

12-21-2010, 04:17 PM	#312
silverado383 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Laramie Wyoming Posts: 33	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 glad i just washed the truck to. 6 inch lift and 35 inch tires and the differential is still dragging in the snow. and its still coming down, this is my driveway, roads are the same. not a great pic but you get the idea Attached Images Last edited by silverado383; 12-21-2010 at 04:18 PM.

12-29-2010, 08:46 PM	#313
silvertip67 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: pine colorado Posts: 89	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 I would love to hear from you guys that have lifted your 4X4's...I would like to lift my '67 CST, but dont want to deal with pedals and other stuff( like u bolts on axle etc)...is getting the leaf springs reshaped the best way?? or do you have some other thoughts... I can get the rear up w/ the air bag...and found a pair of air shocks that are 14" that will fit the front...so I cold get enough "up" to put on some bigger tires ( say 31.5 10.50's similar) any ideas will be appreciated...t I have posted this before...but here again is the truck... Last edited by silvertip67; 12-29-2010 at 08:52 PM.

12-29-2010, 09:01 PM	#315
silvertip67 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: pine colorado Posts: 89	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 thanks... are you referring to a kit like LMC has...or do you know a better source?...not many stores or shops around where I live...so internet or doing a spring shop thing is what available to me. 3" would be fine...that would get any tire I like on easy... thanks again...t

12-30-2010, 08:14 AM	#316
glimmertwin01 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 1,022	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 go to a local commercial truck spring shop.. we have one locally that can fabricate new springs to your order.. my 67 chassis (and72) appears to have been done this way. the main spring is re arched .. __________________ 67/68 K/20 "The BEAST" 68 K15 V6 LWB. 73 K20 GMC Burb "The Bomber" 74 K/5 74 K20 Custom Deluxe 86 K10 Shorty 92 K2500 Burb 95 K2500 GMC Life is what you make it Live each day like it was your last Old GM Trucks never go out of style

12-30-2010, 09:24 PM	#317
Thatguy Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Vader, Wa Posts: 36	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 We need more Facebook fans with 67-72 GM's, find us 1967-1972 GM Truck Page, thanks to those of you that already are on there! 67-72's rule!!!!

01-13-2011, 02:02 AM	#320
kevmcrae Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Kalispell Montana Posts: 92	Re: post your 67-72 4x4 My 71 work in progress. Interior done, body work this winter so I can paint in the summer, Chrysler Inferno Red Crystal. 1 ton Dana 60 Detroit locker rear, 3/4 ton Dana 44 front, 454 bored .30 over, comp truck cam, 700R4 tranny with shift kit and Corvette servo, 5" total lift and 35 inch Mickey's on 16 inch Dick Cepec wheels. Attached Images



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