85 C10 Project "Walking Horse"

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by ultrahd4me

I order them at my local Napa auto parts. I've tried the lens from LMC and the quality is the same.

thank you sir. It seems there is only one source and they are all crappy. I spent an hour straightening the trim and polishing it out on the set I found.

[ultrahd4me]

They're not as good as OEM, but good enough for the chicks in my neck of the woods.

[ultrahd4me]

Originally Posted by Desert1957

Bobby,

Did you do anything with the stock speakers?

No sir I did not. They sounded OK and there are 6x9 behind the seat.

[ultrahd4me]

Finally in the final stage of this project. It's been 2 stage buffed, engine compartment cleaned, and bed floor detailed. Just a few more small things this week, and its heading to ebay next weekend.

[ultrahd4me]

Small project for the day, floor mats. The original floor mats were in perfect condition with the exception of they were faded. So I started with cleaning them 3 times with soap & water, sprayed them with 3 coats of adhesion promoter, and finally 3 coats of burgundy vinyl dye. Not a perfect match to OEM color, but a great way to make old mats look new again. I've done this on several trucks and have found it to be a good way to restore your original mats.

[BB72CHEVKT]

Originally Posted by ultrahd4me

Small project for the day, floor mats. The original floor mats were in perfect condition with the exception of they were faded. So I started with cleaning them 3 times with soap & water, sprayed them with 3 coats of adhesion promoter, and finally 3 coats of burgundy vinyl dye. Not a perfect match to OEM color, but a great way to make old mats look new again. I've done this on several trucks and have found it to be a good way to restore your original mats.

I need to do this. Have you kept any of the trucks long enough to make sure the paint doesn't start coming off on your shoes?

[ultrahd4me]

No sir I haven't. It's probably not a good solution for a daily driver, but for a weekend cruiser it should hold up fairly well. I would suggest getting a cheap set for everyday duty and just use the dyed ones for shows.

[BB72CHEVKT]

Originally Posted by ultrahd4me

No sir I haven't. It's probably not a good solution for a daily driver, but for a weekend cruiser it should hold up fairly well. I would suggest getting a cheap set for everyday duty and just use the dyed ones for shows.

Good idea. Thanks.

[BB72CHEVKT]

Would you mind sharing what brand tires you chose? I am looking at the same set up. Sorry for all the questions.

[ultrahd4me]

The tires are Desert hawk 245/40/20 & 275/45/20. They have matching side walls and thread which is extremely hard to find in those sizes. If only go 4/6 drop, then a 245/45/20 is a good fit.

[Todd68Chevy]

Wow that is even nicer than the other pictures show. Very nice.

[ultrahd4me]

Thanks Todd, It would be right at home in Indiana.

[N2TRUX]

Another winner rolls out. Thanks for Sharing Bobby.

[ultrahd4me]

Thanks Ken, I'm finished and have been enjoying driving it the last few days. It's going live on ebay this Sunday.

[Desert1957]

Bobby,

Did you take the "Ebay Pics" yet? If so can you pm me?

Thanks

[ultrahd4me]

Project "Walking Horse" is finished. Final detail and last stage if buffing is complete, and it is ready for someone to enjoy as is or take it to another level.

[05duramaxhd]

man that's a clean one.

[SKT]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Excellent eye for details Bobby.

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X2 - like the fresh approach you bring on all of your recent builds!

Very clean, original looking w/ a nice stance will never get old.

Here is the eBay link for anyone interested:

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-C-10...-/302062032878

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[UKNOWME]

I'm supprised you didn't remove the Chevy key guards on the doors.

[SKT]

Originally Posted by uknowme

i'm supprised you didn't remove the chevy key guards on the doors.

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Originally Posted by ultrahd4me

...i have to leave something for the next man to do.

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[ultrahd4me]

Originally Posted by SKT

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X2 - like the fresh approach you bring on all of your recent builds!

Very clean, original looking w/ a nice stance will never get old.

Here is the eBay link for anyone interested:

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-C-10...-/302062032878

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Thank you sir.

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by BB72CHEVKT

I need to do this. Have you kept any of the trucks long enough to make sure the paint doesn't start coming off on your shoes?

Originally Posted by ultrahd4me

No sir I haven't. It's probably not a good solution for a daily driver, but for a weekend cruiser it should hold up fairly well. I would suggest getting a cheap set for everyday duty and just use the dyed ones for shows.

It will eventually wear off, but it does take a while. I have that exact same set that was dyed in my 77 Cheyenne. They are starting to show some color through, but its lasted a long time.
A better reason to get a spare set is those mats are very hard to find so dont wear them out.

[BB72CHEVKT]

Originally Posted by ultrahd4me

The tires are Desert hawk 245/40/20 & 275/45/20. They have matching side walls and thread which is extremely hard to find in those sizes. If only go 4/6 drop, then a 245/45/20 is a good fit.

Man these tire are cheap. Did you get them from online tire?

[ultrahd4me]

Yes they have good price on them and quick shipping. They're about the only brand I can get in that particular tire size with matching side wall and tread. I've absolutely zero problems with balancing or ride quality.

[BB72CHEVKT]

I am having issues with rubbing on the front and from what I am hearing it is due to a weak McGaughys front springs. They say the fix is to order a 3/4 ton spring and cut a coil and reinstall the bump stops. I am not too concerned about matching sidewall I just want to get this rubbing stopped.