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Jaysonb · 03-25-2018, 09:08 PM

As Mike stated, the fenders, doors, hood, and front valance, are new old stock gm parts, so they fit perfectly!

Jaysonb · 03-26-2018, 04:02 AM

Finished cleaning up the rest of the little stuff I found on the cab, resealed all the seams, and since I had a bunch of work on the roof, and a a few spots I sanded through, I just shot another full coat of epoxy, when it flashes off I'll hit it with some surfacer.

Jaysonb · 03-26-2018, 08:25 AM

Shot a couple coats of 2k primer, and a little blue on the inside of the cab. Looks good, I really like the color! It's a little early in the project to be spraying color, but it's a good boost to the motivation!

**Dads79GMC** · 03-26-2018, 08:50 AM

That looks great Jayson!!! I need to catch up!

Jaysonb · 03-26-2018, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Dads79GMC

That looks great Jayson!!! I need to catch up!

You can try and catch up Sir, but you need the wheels that I have to paint for the one your working on, I will sabotage your plans too stay ahead!!

Low Elco · 03-27-2018, 01:01 PM

Lookin' good in the hood!

aggie91 · 03-28-2018, 01:51 PM

Love that blue!

**Dads79GMC** · 03-28-2018, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

Love that blue!

Thanks Karl! Jayson is doing a great job. That blue is the factory coded color.

Jayson and I have a surprise to announce here in a day or two. Hint, we're mixing up my two builds!!!!!!! ????????

Mike

Jaysonb · 03-31-2018, 10:03 AM

I finished sanding the cab last night, and couldn't help but shooting some paint on it. Should have some clear on it in another couple hours.

Jaysonb · 03-31-2018, 01:04 PM

Clear is on! I'm trying out SPI universal clear coat on this truck, and so far it is awesome! I got a few specks of dirt in it, but it will sand and buff beautifully.

Jaysonb · 03-31-2018, 01:20 PM

Did I mention that I love my new paint gun!

MTCK · 03-31-2018, 01:29 PM

That looks amazing. Love the subtle two-tone.

**Dads79GMC** · 03-31-2018, 05:18 PM

Jayson is doing some smoke'n hot work on my Dad's 79 GMC. CHANGE TO THE PLAN: The other night while I was traveling to Fargo, ND from Des Moines, IA late at night Jayson and I were talking about this project and my 78' build (Addiction). During the conversation, it was decided to take all the original parts (350/350, rear end with drum brakes) and put Dad's 79 GMC back to stock, except of course for the drop and that it's about 14/6" inches shorter. Will maintain the rally wheels, 8's in the back and 7's up front with white walls all the way around (Jayson didn't know that part, he's asleep right now). Matter of fact, I just ordered the tires last night. So, I've temporarily put a halt on the 78 while I work on gathering all the parts that are needed to put this 79 back to "ALMOST" all stock.

This also means that all the LS/4L603, fuel system, cooling system, disc brakes in the rear etc will go into the 78 after we make the swap in a few weeks.

I can't say enough about what great work Jayson has done and what a joy he is to work with!!!

I love my blast cabinet, it sure comes in handy!!!!!

Thanks Mike

Here you go, what I've been doing the last couple days in support of the main effort, Dads79GMC:

*gmachinz* · 03-31-2018, 07:00 PM

Truck is coming along nicely! What are your plans for re-wiring it? hint...hint lol

**Dads79GMC** · 03-31-2018, 08:14 PM

Are you offering to sponsor it and give me the wiring? Hahaha!

*gmachinz* · 03-31-2018, 09:33 PM

If you happen to have a 6.2 LS and 4L80E that you’d like to give me as a sponsor for my ‘80 Monte project we can talk! lol

**Dads79GMC** · 03-31-2018, 09:34 PM

Nope!

**Dads79GMC** · 03-31-2018, 10:57 PM

Gonna close out the day! Was able to blast and prime brackets for the 350 since it's kind of an emergency now to get that and the trans done and transported to MN along with the rear end. I will call the rear end a wrap!! Can't forget fluids though!! Also put in new seals all around the rear housing.

Mike

Roaddogg · 04-01-2018, 08:34 PM

What are you using to blast all the little parts?

**Dads79GMC** · 04-01-2018, 09:51 PM

Aluminum Oxide on these pieces. Have also used this stuff as well. I purchased both at Tractor Supply Company. Mike

Roaddogg · 04-01-2018, 10:05 PM

Are you using that in a cabinet or have something else? I wouldn't mind finding something inexpensive to do some clean up of some parts. Seems like I'm always spending forever cleaning up stuff with a white wheel and grinder.

**Dads79GMC** · 04-01-2018, 10:44 PM

I have a cabinet, Love it!

MrFinland · 04-02-2018, 04:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaysonb

Clear is on! I'm trying out SPI universal clear coat on this truck, and so far it is awesome! I got a few specks of dirt in it, but it will sand and buff beautifully.

Wow! Very nice job Jayson!

BIGglaSS · 04-02-2018, 11:53 AM

Excellent choice for paint! Looks great!

**Dads79GMC** · 04-02-2018, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIGglaSS

Excellent choice for paint! Looks great!

Can’t wait to see it totally painted with trim. Thanks Mike

03-25-2018, 09:08 PM	#226
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation As Mike stated, the fenders, doors, hood, and front valance, are new old stock gm parts, so they fit perfectly! __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848

03-26-2018, 04:02 AM	#227
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Finished cleaning up the rest of the little stuff I found on the cab, resealed all the seams, and since I had a bunch of work on the roof, and a a few spots I sanded through, I just shot another full coat of epoxy, when it flashes off I'll hit it with some surfacer. Attached Images __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848

03-26-2018, 08:25 AM	#228
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Shot a couple coats of 2k primer, and a little blue on the inside of the cab. Looks good, I really like the color! It's a little early in the project to be spraying color, but it's a good boost to the motivation! Attached Images __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848

03-26-2018, 08:50 AM	#229
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation That looks great Jayson!!! I need to catch up! __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016

03-27-2018, 01:01 PM	#231
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Lookin' good in the hood! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

03-28-2018, 01:51 PM	#232
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Love that blue! __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

03-31-2018, 10:03 AM	#234
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation I finished sanding the cab last night, and couldn't help but shooting some paint on it. Should have some clear on it in another couple hours. Attached Images __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848

03-31-2018, 01:04 PM	#235
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Clear is on! I'm trying out SPI universal clear coat on this truck, and so far it is awesome! I got a few specks of dirt in it, but it will sand and buff beautifully. Attached Images __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848

03-31-2018, 01:20 PM	#236
Jaysonb Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Good Thunder Mn. Posts: 955	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Did I mention that I love my new paint gun! Attached Images __________________ 77 k10 winter beater build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=716884 85 GMC short fleet budget build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714222 80 C10 stepside build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693848

03-31-2018, 01:29 PM	#237
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation That looks amazing. Love the subtle two-tone. __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

03-31-2018, 05:18 PM	#238
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Jayson is doing some smoke'n hot work on my Dad's 79 GMC. CHANGE TO THE PLAN: The other night while I was traveling to Fargo, ND from Des Moines, IA late at night Jayson and I were talking about this project and my 78' build (Addiction). During the conversation, it was decided to take all the original parts (350/350, rear end with drum brakes) and put Dad's 79 GMC back to stock, except of course for the drop and that it's about 14/6" inches shorter. Will maintain the rally wheels, 8's in the back and 7's up front with white walls all the way around (Jayson didn't know that part, he's asleep right now). Matter of fact, I just ordered the tires last night. So, I've temporarily put a halt on the 78 while I work on gathering all the parts that are needed to put this 79 back to "ALMOST" all stock. This also means that all the LS/4L603, fuel system, cooling system, disc brakes in the rear etc will go into the 78 after we make the swap in a few weeks. I can't say enough about what great work Jayson has done and what a joy he is to work with!!! I love my blast cabinet, it sure comes in handy!!!!! Thanks Mike Here you go, what I've been doing the last couple days in support of the main effort, Dads79GMC: Attached Images __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016 Last edited by Dads79GMC; 03-31-2018 at 11:07 PM.

03-31-2018, 07:00 PM	#239
gmachinz Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Des Moines, IA. Posts: 4,143	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Truck is coming along nicely! What are your plans for re-wiring it? hint...hint lol

03-31-2018, 08:14 PM	#240
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Are you offering to sponsor it and give me the wiring? Hahaha! __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016

03-31-2018, 09:33 PM	#241
gmachinz Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Des Moines, IA. Posts: 4,143	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation If you happen to have a 6.2 LS and 4L80E that you’d like to give me as a sponsor for my ‘80 Monte project we can talk! lol

03-31-2018, 09:34 PM	#242
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Nope! __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016



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03-31-2018, 10:57 PM	#243
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Gonna close out the day! Was able to blast and prime brackets for the 350 since it's kind of an emergency now to get that and the trans done and transported to MN along with the rear end. I will call the rear end a wrap!! Can't forget fluids though!! Also put in new seals all around the rear housing. Mike Attached Images __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016

04-01-2018, 08:34 PM	#244
Roaddogg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Grimes, Iowa Posts: 41	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation What are you using to blast all the little parts?

04-01-2018, 09:51 PM	#245
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Aluminum Oxide on these pieces. Have also used this stuff as well. I purchased both at Tractor Supply Company. Mike Attached Images __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016

04-01-2018, 10:05 PM	#246
Roaddogg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Grimes, Iowa Posts: 41	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Are you using that in a cabinet or have something else? I wouldn't mind finding something inexpensive to do some clean up of some parts. Seems like I'm always spending forever cleaning up stuff with a white wheel and grinder. Last edited by Roaddogg; 04-01-2018 at 10:18 PM.

04-01-2018, 10:44 PM	#247
Dads79GMC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 1,238	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation I have a cabinet, Love it! __________________ Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016

04-02-2018, 11:53 AM	#249
BIGglaSS Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: ID Posts: 663	Re: Dad's 1979 GMC Heavy Half Transformation Excellent choice for paint! Looks great!

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