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cochino12 · 12-11-2004, 03:20 PM

Well here is what we started with

cochino12 · 12-11-2004, 03:22 PM

And here a few shots after the maaco presidential paint job ha ha. I think it turned out pretty well, the pictures make it look a little nicer that it is but I think it looks great for a work truck. I just need some wheels/tires and it'll be done

Russell · 12-11-2004, 04:03 PM

If I could get my truck lookin that nice, I'd be satisfied

PS -- are those the stock 3/4 ton 4x4 springs? Thats about the perfect height for my truck with a set of 32 x 10.5s or so...

cochino12 · 12-12-2004, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Russell

If I could get my truck lookin that nice, I'd be satisfied

PS -- are those the stock 3/4 ton 4x4 springs? Thats about the perfect height for my truck with a set of 32 x 10.5s or so...

Destructo is right, it has a 3" body lift on it (I think 3"), but it will be coming out soon.

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Originally Posted by SanitysBane

so why is there a rock under the right rear tire? no driveshaft?

Yes I was using it "just in case" while I was messing with some stuff under the truck. ha ha ha cool aint it?

SanitysBane · 12-11-2004, 04:12 PM

so why is there a rock under the right rear tire? no driveshaft?

cliffsta · 12-11-2004, 05:10 PM

It's a parking brake

77gmcjoe · 12-11-2004, 05:42 PM

When you get ready to leave, don't run over the paper!

7T7 · 12-12-2004, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by cliffsta

It's a parking brake

That's a cool parking brake.
It blends into the yard when not in use.
My parking brake is billet cedar, but stands out like a sore thumb.

cliffsta · 12-11-2004, 06:37 PM

tell your neighbor's kid(s) to pick up their crap outta the yard

**N2TRUX** · 12-11-2004, 10:39 PM

Looks pretty sweet for a beater. You need a set of these....

Destructo · 12-12-2004, 12:15 AM

that truck has a Body Lift on it, thats why it looks like it sits higher, I have 1 1/4 ton M1008 springs in the front of my truck and it made the front level with the rear pretty much. I'm running 33x12.5" tires on it also.

cochino12 · 12-12-2004, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Looks pretty sweet for a beater. You need a set of these....

Those are exactly what I am looking for but I am waiting to find a set local so I can save a few $$ not having to ship.

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Originally Posted by 1974ChevyC10

that paint dont look to bad-how much did ya spend if ya dont mind me askin and what color is that-the shade of red.

We got the presidential service w/2 hours of body work for $538 after our coupon ha ha ha. The color is candy apple red but there looks to be a lot of purple in it.

Overall I think it turned out pretty good, I'm sure the shine will only last a year or two but thats ok. We just wanted a decent looking truck to use for work, and whatever.

1974ChevyC10 · 12-12-2004, 12:21 AM

that paint dont look to bad-how much did ya spend if ya dont mind me askin and what color is that-the shade of red.

Blue Beard · 12-12-2004, 12:26 AM

Will be curious to see how it holds up....

Did you have the body work done before?

Did they primier it?

Mike76251 · 12-12-2004, 04:50 AM

Quite a improvment!!

bigblock73 · 12-12-2004, 10:57 AM

Yes, that looks MUCH better! I bet your neighbors are happier now too.

How close is the color to the original color?

cochino12 · 12-13-2004, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

How close is the color to the original color?

Actually it's pretty close, but I think I like the new color better.

rodnok1 · 12-12-2004, 12:45 PM

I had a maaco paint job on a 78, it lasted and looked good for over 6 years until I sold it. Heck my wife destroyed a shopping cart with the fender and had minimal chipping. If you catch Maaco at this time of year they have 1/2 off sales. I stripped mine down and they two toned it for nothing extra also.

MylilBowTie · 12-14-2004, 01:05 AM

Paint shops are slow right now until all the snow hits and the insurance claims roll in.

purple gas · 12-14-2004, 01:43 AM

where I live body shops don't have to worry about snow.. It's deer season. 8-10,000 people hit deer every year in saskatchewan.

12-11-2004, 03:20 PM	#1
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12-11-2004, 03:22 PM	#2
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	And here a few shots after the maaco presidential paint job ha ha. I think it turned out pretty well, the pictures make it look a little nicer that it is but I think it looks great for a work truck. I just need some wheels/tires and it'll be done Attached Images __________________ Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually

12-11-2004, 04:03 PM	#3
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	If I could get my truck lookin that nice, I'd be satisfied PS -- are those the stock 3/4 ton 4x4 springs? Thats about the perfect height for my truck with a set of 32 x 10.5s or so... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

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12-11-2004, 06:37 PM	#9
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	tell your neighbor's kid(s) to pick up their crap outta the yard __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

12-11-2004, 10:39 PM	#10
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Looks pretty sweet for a beater. You need a set of these.... Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-12-2004, 12:15 AM	#11
Destructo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lewisville, NC Posts: 1,836	that truck has a Body Lift on it, thats why it looks like it sits higher, I have 1 1/4 ton M1008 springs in the front of my truck and it made the front level with the rear pretty much. I'm running 33x12.5" tires on it also. __________________ 1985 Scottsdale Shortbed 4x4 Stout 350 with some "upgrades"-700r4-33x12.5" Mud Tires, Warn 8274-50 winch. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab 2wd 4-banger, 5 speed, Street Pack with 3.73 axle.

12-12-2004, 12:21 AM	#13
1974ChevyC10 Overworked and Underlaid Join Date: May 2002 Location: Flagstaff,Arizona Posts: 1,279	that paint dont look to bad-how much did ya spend if ya dont mind me askin and what color is that-the shade of red. __________________ I'd rather push a Chevy than drive a Ford The Beast-1978 C10 LWB Red-1978 C10 LWB (Uncle Mike)Michael Henry Millett 11/5/1957 to 03/08/2012 Gone but will never be forgotten-RIP (Uncle Chuck)Charles Manning Gulbronsen Sr 1956-2012 Taken from us to soon but you will live on in our hearts-RIP

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rodnok1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Linden, North Carolina Posts: 617	I had a maaco paint job on a 78, it lasted and looked good for over 6 years until I sold it. Heck my wife destroyed a shopping cart with the fender and had minimal chipping. If you catch Maaco at this time of year they have 1/2 off sales. I stripped mine down and they two toned it for nothing extra also. __________________ 64 Panel Rebuild Pics Clutch Replacement and Borg Warner T10 Trans Rebuild 64 Panel 1/2 Ton 350cubes/400hp BorgWarner t-10 3:73 Auburn Posi

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12-14-2004, 01:43 AM	#20
purple gas Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: saskatoon, planet earth Posts: 694	where I live body shops don't have to worry about snow.. It's deer season. 8-10,000 people hit deer every year in saskatchewan.

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