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08-23-2009, 07:05 PM | #1 |
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Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
I bought this a couple of years ago and have been getting things done and doing some myself. When I first got it I asked a bunch of questions and with the help of some of the members I have soldered a new filler onto a repop tank. Cam and lifters, soft top, Tach dash, underhood wiring. The body and paint work was done by someone else. Although not a show truck I think it has turned out OK!
I have some underdash wiring to clean up or replace. Transmission to transfercase adapter reseal, rebuild the rear end and eventually get the AC working. I hope you like the pictures!! |
08-23-2009, 08:50 PM | #2 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Nice. Is that Line-X on the tub inside? How much did that run? I need to start the frame-off on mine.
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08-23-2009, 09:08 PM | #3 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Really nice work, glad it is on the road! Thanks for posting up pics...
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08-23-2009, 09:36 PM | #4 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Thanks, it is fun to drive. Gets a few compliments at the local cruise ins but most people don't even know what it is. Half think its a scout? Maybe they can't read the tailgate. Tilt column is next. I have it ready to install.
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08-23-2009, 09:36 PM | #5 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Thats one clean Jimmy! Are those neoprene seat covers? Iv always thought that would be the material for slip on covers. Not as hot as vinyl and waterproof.
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08-23-2009, 10:12 PM | #6 |
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08-23-2009, 10:15 PM | #7 |
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Great truck - thx for posting pix.
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08-23-2009, 09:32 PM | #8 | |
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THIS STUFF The shop that did the paint and body work did the liner as well. It came in a kit and it was running out pretty close to the end. It has held up well for over a year. It would be interesting to see how it would hold up in a work truck. It was a lot cheaper than having line X done which was my first choice. I have wet okole seat covers and the liner. I don't care if I get caught in the rain. I keep a bikini top in the glove box. |
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08-24-2009, 12:08 AM | #9 |
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Nice rig. I can't wait til mine looks that good. How does the LINEX work insulating against heat and noise?
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08-24-2009, 06:49 AM | #10 |
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Looks awesome, excellent job!
Good idea on the "who cares" rain proofing too. |
08-24-2009, 06:56 AM | #11 | |
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I did the liner more to protect the floor/interior from rust. I have applied POR 15 to the inside of the torque/rocker boxes and anywhere I could get to. All the weep holes for the floor/rocker are intact so it should out last me. |
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08-24-2009, 09:00 PM | #12 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
I like the color since it is my personal favorite. Looks good.
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08-24-2009, 09:20 PM | #13 |
Its lookin' like a Blazer!
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Everything about it looks great! The color is cool. The wheels and tires are sweet and the interior is awesome. I've been planning on the Wet Okole seat covers for the Silverado/Tahoe seats in mine, nice choice.
Congrats on the killer ride. Last edited by Big J; 08-24-2009 at 09:22 PM. |
08-24-2009, 09:23 PM | #14 |
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Thanks, I'm finally starting to enjoy it!
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08-24-2009, 10:26 PM | #15 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Very tasteful, clean and functional job on your Jimmy! The prices on those seat covers seem cheaper than buying stock style aftermarket ones I've seen.
Later---DAC
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08-29-2009, 06:52 PM | #16 |
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Re: Todays pictures of my 1972 Jimmy
Very cool.... She is sweet looking...
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08-29-2009, 07:40 PM | #17 |
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Thanks for the compliments everyone!
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08-29-2009, 07:54 PM | #18 |
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inspiration for us all, you've raised the bar
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08-29-2009, 07:57 PM | #19 |
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