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Posted: January 27, 2011, 11:20 pm
by ezernut9mm
the truck is looking good. hoping for some updates. all i really see is lots of patience and skill.

Posted: January 28, 2011, 3:58 pm
by noley99
I'm liking this so far. I am on the fence with shaving the filler for my truck.

Posted: January 31, 2011, 12:09 am
by 65fordguy
Thanks guys! I will keep you up to date! I'm looking forward to driving this thing again.. its been over a year!

Posted: February 16, 2011, 12:08 am
by 65fordguy
1st coat of filler primer applied today.
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Still needs a good bit of sanding but coming out ok.. should be a looker at 15'.. I have to keep telling myself Im building a driver not a show truck.

Posted: February 16, 2011, 1:24 am
by HiBoy63
looks good from where I sit nice work.

Posted: February 16, 2011, 11:39 am
by 65fordguy
noley99 wrote:I'm liking this so far. I am on the fence with shaving the filler for my truck.
I was to, I was going to just put in a dummy filler neck.. but, my friend had been itching to fill it in since he saw it and I really like the smooth look.

Posted: February 20, 2011, 7:55 pm
by 65fordguy
Got the seat Dyed black today...
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seat is out of an 89 GMC fab'd up some brackets and fits like a glove.
nice classic look too. plus it has holes for seat belts when that time
comes.

Plan on replacing the cloth with leather or vinyl/ pleather whatever.
at some point.. covers are available from LMC that look nice. But,
think i'll find a local stitch shop to make something a little more custom.

Posted: February 20, 2011, 10:37 pm
by Hookedtrout
That seat looks awesome, did you dye it yourself?

Posted: February 20, 2011, 11:21 pm
by 65fordguy
Hookedtrout wrote:That seat looks awesome, did you dye it yourself?
Yes, I used Dupli Color Vinyl and Fabric Dye
find it at most automotive stores.. got mine at
advanced auto for 6 bucks a can.. used 5.

I took some time to brush the fabric with a paint brush to keep the
fibers loose and get the best coverage.

I was skeptical at first, but did a lot of research and found that it doesnt rub off or wear off... so far I am very pleased with the outcome.

Posted: February 20, 2011, 11:31 pm
by Haus
Thanks for sharing! I'll have to keep checking back, I love to watch people with better skills than me work magic.

Posted: February 25, 2011, 5:30 pm
by 65fordguy
We are calling the hood ready for paint.
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Posted: February 26, 2011, 12:22 am
by matt2491
Hey 65fordguy, been with you from the get go. Just wanted to say your truck is shaping up nicely! Can't wait to see it in color.

Posted: February 27, 2011, 1:02 pm
by Santi
Looks great man.. Keep up the great work!!

Posted: April 12, 2011, 5:06 pm
by 65fordguy
Well, She's about ready for the first coats of paint.. Hopefully
the Blue will be on tomorrow... and the White (Oxford White) soon after.

Bedsides Sealed up and ready to go.
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Marlin Blue -- kinda thick here looks darker than it is.
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The filled filler hole
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The guys fixed the Rot on the Core Support. Anyone need a Core Support?? I have a good shape one sitting ready to go. Easier to fix the original than replace it.
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Cab sealed and ready to go.
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Just to Brag on the kids a little, they are doing great work.. and as you can see from the first picture, they get to work on some cool stuff.. that 57 is the teachers personal car.. along with 2 corvette stingrays .. the red you see in the picture of the paint.. a 66 mustang ( complete redo like mine) .. and the old willys wagon thats been in the works for awhile. . . glad I get to go up and work with the kids when I get a chance and get to go check it out on my lunch breaks.. will update on the paint! Picked up a new set of emblems and got my glass ready to go.. so im ready to drive this thing.. been over a year now!

Posted: April 14, 2011, 7:00 pm
by 65fordguy
The Base White is on... Kinda Hard to see in the light... better pics to come

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Stay tuned for the Blue..and clear. [/code]

Posted: April 14, 2011, 8:53 pm
by slickmainer
i like marlin blue :lol:

Posted: April 14, 2011, 9:17 pm
by noley99
Looking sweet! I can't wait to see it painted up!

Posted: April 14, 2011, 10:43 pm
by 65fordguy
slickmainer wrote:i like marlin blue :lol:
Great minds think alike! Its a great color.. light enough to not be dark.. dark enough to not be light.. not too blue.. just a good color.

Posted: April 14, 2011, 10:45 pm
by 65fordguy
noley99 wrote:Looking sweet! I can't wait to see it painted up!
Thanks, same here! Heck Im ready to drive it.

Posted: April 21, 2011, 5:57 pm
by 66Bullitt
looking good man! keep the pictures coming!