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Bennett68C10 · 12-28-2011, 06:08 PM

I hear ya on being tapped out budget wise right now, I'm waiting on my tax return now lol. My water neck is a 45 degree but again I cheaped out and bought the summit racing polished one. Definitely not as good quality as a Billet Specialties one but it will do. I had the same one on my 72 and it looked great.

I think your motor looks great as well, I love the orange. I was going to paint my waterpump orange but it came with a very nice black powdercoat so my dad talked me out of it. He was like it matches the rest of the black on the motor. I plan to add a little more shine too when I go with a march serpentine system.
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68 TT · 12-30-2011, 03:22 AM

The Edelbrock classic cast air cleaners look pretty good. Either the oval or round one would look good, just personal preference as to which you like more.
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VA72C10 · 01-10-2012, 01:32 PM

Any time to work on the truck recently? I saw your post about the vw color....I think that sounds cool since it'll be the first one of our trucks done with it!

**CC69Rat** · 01-10-2012, 02:22 PM

Dad and I have been studying paints, how to mix and technique. We had my grille very very close to perfect and the clear coat reacted a little. We're going to re-blast and try again.

The engine and trans are bolted back together and ready to drop in. I am just waiting for a decent weekend to clean my frame rails back off so we can bolt it all back up.

I will be using a color called Speedway white for the grille and top. It is a creamy white color off a 2001+ Corvette. It almost looks white but it a very cool shade .. like a Vanilla color.

I am a bit undecided on the color of the truck as this will be my first true all over paint job. I want something different and I saw a VW at the airport this morning. I could just see it on a 68 stepper. It is a silver'ish blue color called Horizon Blue. I'll post up some pics in a little while. It would be killer with the cream color and my gray wheels / black buckets.

68Gold/white · 01-10-2012, 02:55 PM

A contrasting color that I like is, an off white, that appears to have an ever so slight, tint of gray

raull · 01-10-2012, 02:56 PM

seems like you have it down packed chad !!!! glad you are making progress !!!

**CC69Rat** · 01-10-2012, 03:27 PM

Raull - I still haven't ruled out what we talked about either. Ahhh ! just so hard to commit to a color.

**CC69Rat** · 01-10-2012, 03:48 PM

Some Pics ..

raull · 01-10-2012, 04:30 PM

i hear you !!! i would have one of graphic computer gurus maybe do a sketch of your truck !!!!!!!

**CC69Rat** · 01-10-2012, 05:37 PM

Man ! I am getting gray! I'm only 38.

VA72C10 · 01-10-2012, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Man ! I am getting gray! I'm only 38.

That's okay...I'm 33 and when I got my hair cut this week the lady asked me if I wanted her to take out all the gray? I said no....I want some hair left please

Grille and engine look great!!!

**CC69Rat** · 01-10-2012, 05:55 PM

That's the 'Speedway White' color. I really like it. That's just the base and man it layed out like velvet. BUT As soon as we sprayed the clear it had major Solvent Pop. I'm not sure what we did wrong but something went nuts. My grille is at the blaster now, we're starting over with all PPG stuff. DP Ecoat, K36, 220/400/500 wet block, DBC, and 2021 clear.

And, yes .. in a booth this time.

Dad has a friend with a fully equipped booth in his back yard shop. He said we could use it anytime.

bigblock68 · 01-11-2012, 01:27 AM

build is looking good...im at the paint stage of mine right now,definitely gobbles up lots of time!

mcbassin · 01-11-2012, 08:48 AM

Your powertrain and grill looks great! You'll be back running in no time. On the gray, be glad you have it

better than no hair at all

**CC69Rat** · 01-11-2012, 10:07 AM

Thanks for all the compliments! I can't wait for spring. I'm going today to buy more white DBC base and clear. I'm going to talk to them about the Omni brand .. we'll see what happens I guess. I just don't know enough about the paints to really know the difference yet. Just trying to learn.

There's something about driving a car / truck you know you did all the work. I have paid for paint jobs too (high end paint jobs, and several trophies to show for it) but quite honestly I just can't afford it right now. I know it's expensive to buy the paint too but I have always wanted to learn how to paint. One way to do it !! I'm jumping in with both feet. It may not be perfect .. but I'm not perfect either.

Just something Dad and I can enjoy and go to local shows, etc.

chopnchaneled · 01-11-2012, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Man ! I am getting gray! I'm only 38.

Are you sure thats not overspray from painting

**CC69Rat** · 01-11-2012, 10:41 AM

Well, could be !

Naaa.. It's hereditary I was getting gray in my 20's. But, the wife likes it.

**CC69Rat** · 01-13-2012, 02:31 PM

I'm trying to come up with a door logo for my truck. I want something that looks Vintage, but still follows the So. Cal 'surfer' look. Just an old Hot Rod but still paying homage to my old man and all the Hot Rods we have built together over the years. Which one do you like the best? I think I like the one on the left .. but I like them both

BossHogg69 · 01-13-2012, 02:39 PM

I like the top one you came up with. There are a ton of threads with shop trucks/patinas/rat rods, but since yours will be much nicer than that 'look' maybe something like this? Not exactly SoCal/Surfer, but still cool imho. As for the tagline, your truck won't be 'half fast' or 'half-a$$ed' since it'll be sporting a big block with nice paint & body!

**CC69Rat** · 01-13-2012, 03:03 PM

That is awesome too. I'm not really doing the 'Shop truck' thing .. but just a shiney Shop Truck if that makes sense? Worst case if I mess the paint up too bad I can just Faux-tina it.

BossHogg69 · 01-13-2012, 03:37 PM

Yeah, I kinda know what you're going for - like you said a shiney shoptruck. Basically a nice driver/hot rod with a logo on the door. Yours will be much too nice to be a considered a parts chaser or shop truck, that's why I posted a logo that was shiney and not patina'd or faux-tina'd like a lot of the trucks that are following that trend.

68 TT · 01-13-2012, 05:20 PM

I like the top one.

What about a vintage board shop logo instead of hot rod shop?
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**67cheby** · 01-13-2012, 05:23 PM

Tough decision !! Both are cool but the top one would make the best t shirts
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RCbowtie69 · 01-13-2012, 05:24 PM

Just checking up on your progress,your motor looks great,the shop logos are all nice.Hope to see more soon & keep on truckin'

KEITH 71 STEP SIDE · 01-13-2012, 11:54 PM

Where are the pictures pictures pictures pictures ? looking real nice.

12-28-2011, 06:08 PM	#201
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I hear ya on being tapped out budget wise right now, I'm waiting on my tax return now lol. My water neck is a 45 degree but again I cheaped out and bought the summit racing polished one. Definitely not as good quality as a Billet Specialties one but it will do. I had the same one on my 72 and it looked great. I think your motor looks great as well, I love the orange. I was going to paint my waterpump orange but it came with a very nice black powdercoat so my dad talked me out of it. He was like it matches the rest of the black on the motor. I plan to add a little more shine too when I go with a march serpentine system. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

12-30-2011, 03:22 AM	#202
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project The Edelbrock classic cast air cleaners look pretty good. Either the oval or round one would look good, just personal preference as to which you like more. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

01-10-2012, 01:32 PM	#203
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Any time to work on the truck recently? I saw your post about the vw color....I think that sounds cool since it'll be the first one of our trucks done with it! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-10-2012, 02:22 PM	#204
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Dad and I have been studying paints, how to mix and technique. We had my grille very very close to perfect and the clear coat reacted a little. We're going to re-blast and try again. The engine and trans are bolted back together and ready to drop in. I am just waiting for a decent weekend to clean my frame rails back off so we can bolt it all back up. I will be using a color called Speedway white for the grille and top. It is a creamy white color off a 2001+ Corvette. It almost looks white but it a very cool shade .. like a Vanilla color. I am a bit undecided on the color of the truck as this will be my first true all over paint job. I want something different and I saw a VW at the airport this morning. I could just see it on a 68 stepper. It is a silver'ish blue color called Horizon Blue. I'll post up some pics in a little while. It would be killer with the cream color and my gray wheels / black buckets. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-10-2012, 02:55 PM	#205
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,278	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project A contrasting color that I like is, an off white, that appears to have an ever so slight, tint of gray

01-10-2012, 02:56 PM	#206
raull Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: miramar florida Posts: 1,232	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project seems like you have it down packed chad !!!! glad you are making progress !!! __________________ check out my build thread 71 c/10 step side 5.3 twin turbo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485320 raul

01-10-2012, 03:27 PM	#207
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Raull - I still haven't ruled out what we talked about either. Ahhh ! just so hard to commit to a color. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-10-2012, 03:48 PM	#208
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Some Pics .. Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-10-2012, 04:30 PM	#209
raull Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: miramar florida Posts: 1,232	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project i hear you !!! i would have one of graphic computer gurus maybe do a sketch of your truck !!!!!!! __________________ check out my build thread 71 c/10 step side 5.3 twin turbo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485320 raul

01-10-2012, 05:37 PM	#210
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Man ! I am getting gray! I'm only 38. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-10-2012, 05:55 PM	#212
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project That's the 'Speedway White' color. I really like it. That's just the base and man it layed out like velvet. BUT As soon as we sprayed the clear it had major Solvent Pop. I'm not sure what we did wrong but something went nuts. My grille is at the blaster now, we're starting over with all PPG stuff. DP Ecoat, K36, 220/400/500 wet block, DBC, and 2021 clear. And, yes .. in a booth this time. Dad has a friend with a fully equipped booth in his back yard shop. He said we could use it anytime. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-11-2012, 01:27 AM	#213
bigblock68 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: vancouver,wa. Posts: 282	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project build is looking good...im at the paint stage of mine right now,definitely gobbles up lots of time!

01-11-2012, 08:48 AM	#214
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Your powertrain and grill looks great! You'll be back running in no time. On the gray, be glad you have it better than no hair at all __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

01-11-2012, 10:07 AM	#215
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Thanks for all the compliments! I can't wait for spring. I'm going today to buy more white DBC base and clear. I'm going to talk to them about the Omni brand .. we'll see what happens I guess. I just don't know enough about the paints to really know the difference yet. Just trying to learn. There's something about driving a car / truck you know you did all the work. I have paid for paint jobs too (high end paint jobs, and several trophies to show for it) but quite honestly I just can't afford it right now. I know it's expensive to buy the paint too but I have always wanted to learn how to paint. One way to do it !! I'm jumping in with both feet. It may not be perfect .. but I'm not perfect either. Just something Dad and I can enjoy and go to local shows, etc. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-11-2012, 10:41 AM	#217
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Well, could be ! Naaa.. It's hereditary I was getting gray in my 20's. But, the wife likes it. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)



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01-13-2012, 02:31 PM	#218
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I'm trying to come up with a door logo for my truck. I want something that looks Vintage, but still follows the So. Cal 'surfer' look. Just an old Hot Rod but still paying homage to my old man and all the Hot Rods we have built together over the years. Which one do you like the best? I think I like the one on the left .. but I like them both Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-13-2012, 02:39 PM	#219
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I like the top one you came up with. There are a ton of threads with shop trucks/patinas/rat rods, but since yours will be much nicer than that 'look' maybe something like this? Not exactly SoCal/Surfer, but still cool imho. As for the tagline, your truck won't be 'half fast' or 'half-a$$ed' since it'll be sporting a big block with nice paint & body! Attached Images __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

01-13-2012, 03:03 PM	#220
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project That is awesome too. I'm not really doing the 'Shop truck' thing .. but just a shiney Shop Truck if that makes sense? Worst case if I mess the paint up too bad I can just Faux-tina it. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-13-2012, 03:37 PM	#221
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Yeah, I kinda know what you're going for - like you said a shiney shoptruck. Basically a nice driver/hot rod with a logo on the door. Yours will be much too nice to be a considered a parts chaser or shop truck, that's why I posted a logo that was shiney and not patina'd or faux-tina'd like a lot of the trucks that are following that trend. __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

01-13-2012, 05:20 PM	#222
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I like the top one. What about a vintage board shop logo instead of hot rod shop? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

01-13-2012, 05:23 PM	#223
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Tough decision !! Both are cool but the top one would make the best t shirts Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

01-13-2012, 05:24 PM	#224
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Just checking up on your progress,your motor looks great,the shop logos are all nice.Hope to see more soon & keep on truckin' __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

01-13-2012, 11:54 PM	#225
KEITH 71 STEP SIDE Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Lafayette Louisiana Posts: 41	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Where are the pictures pictures pictures pictures ? looking real nice.

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