Ptjsk '72 Jimmy Build

[Ptjsk]

Originally Posted by 7D2N

I had to massage them also. I had to relief cut spots so the rocker would fit in the right spot at the kick panel. The stamping wasn't very good with rounded edges where they attach at the A-pillar in the door opening.

Yes, just about the same things. I don't think any of the edges are anywhere near as sharp as the originals. Unfortunately, we don't have too many choices.

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

Nice work

[Ptjsk]

Another day closer!

Finished front grill. Trim ring around the lights. Installed turn signals, clearance lights, front trim along the bottom and bumper installed.

[Ptjsk]

Sitting all on it's own now. Actually fired up, but literally let it run for only 5 seconds or so.

Loading up on the trailer tomorrow and taking it for mufflers and complete exhaust.

Pat

[jimbosprint]

Looks great on the ground. Perfect lift and tire combo.

[raggedjim]

Nice work! Could have been worse on the rocker panel removal, my jimmy needed lots more work than yours!

Good luck, Rg

[Ptjsk]

Thanks for the comments again guys.

Got it running, and it sounds incredibly well.

Ready for it's first run soon!

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

Nice work!

[Ptjsk]

Getting ready for carpet in the back passenger area. I've put Dynamat down on the floor. I'm thinking I should do the inside of the bed, and over the wheel wells as well.

Also, is this how GM built them, or did the original owner supply this weather sealant? Not the insulation. LOL!

Regardless, very happy how they have been preserved.

Pat

[Ptjsk]

And a few more from the other side.

Should I continue with the Dynamat on the wheel wells, and the inside of the bed area as well? Or do you guy's have other suggestions?

Thanks,

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

Good progress.

That sealant is not original. It’s on top of what appears to be factory paint. Wonder why?

Consider keeping the wheel wells free of carpet to keep that factory look, it’s not the norm these days but you can always add it later.

Do the bedsides have holes to accommodate double wall tops or are there just provisions for a single wall top?

[Ptjsk]

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Good progress.

That sealant is not original. It’s on top of what appears to be factory paint. Wonder why?

Consider keeping the wheel wells free of carpet to keep that factory look, it’s not the norm these days but you can always add it later.

Do the bedsides have holes to accommodate double wall tops or are there just provisions for a single wall top?

I think the original owner went above and beyond with his attempts to preserve the truck. And for the most part, it appears to have worked very well.

The carpet kit I ordered came with wheel well covers. It looks like you're stating that they never did have carpet over the top of them? If that's the case, I will leave the carpet, as well as the dynamat off of the wheel wells.

The long panels are in serviceable shape. They're not perfect by any means, but I plan to use them as they are the originals.

Do you think I should put dynamat on the inside of the bed? I think I may leave insulation out of them.

Also, I really wouldn't know what to look for as far as mounts for a double wall top.

Thanks,

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

Correct, K5s left the factory without carpeted wheel wells.

Lining the bedsides with dynamat might not be a bad idea since your panels will cover these anyway. I used only factory style insulation and there is a lot of road noise inside.

The double wall tops make use of holes along the bed rail rather than the caged nuts you depict in the photos. Are there holes in your bed rails in addition to the caged nuts?

[Ptjsk]

Sides lined with Dynamat, and then topped off with 1&1\2" rigid insulation.

No holes in the side of the bed, but there are holes in the top trim piece.

Also, did the Cheyenne packages include carpeting over the wheel-wells, or were they the same as the K5's?

Thanks,

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

No K5s regardless of trim level had carpeted wheel wells when assembled by GM. Here’s an example Custom level Jimmy.

[Ptjsk]

Thanks again for the information, and providing the picture too!

A few shots of my cargo area.

Pat

[Ptjsk]

Then I find out that the carpet I ordered through Rock Auto is not correct for my application.

After an hour on the phone, I now find that ACC does not offer a CST for the Jimmy's cargo area. I didn't realize that there were differences.

They do offer the CST cargo area for Blazers.????? So I guess I have to order the Blazer cargo area if I want to have for the CST package.

Then a hell of a lot of fun attempting to talk to anyone at Rock Auto. They want all communication only available through computer. So they want me to send the entire carpet set back. All I need is the cargo area changed out for the CST package. And to top that off, the box the carpet arrived in was mutilated! Torn, ripped and taped over much of the box. Obviously, I can't return it in the same box as directed.

After a hell of a lot of frustration, and leaving a message at Rock Auto's Headquarters, I did receive a call back.

I had to send him my VIN, the factory part number, and pictures of product as well as the box. Hopefully I will be able to come to a resolve soon.

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

You bet. That’s frustrating. Did Rockauto have an option to select CST or non-CST versions?

[Ptjsk]

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

You bet. That’s frustrating. Did Rockauto have an option to select CST or non-CST versions?

Not on the Jimmy selection, but they did on the Blazer selection.

I called ACC and they said that nothing was noted in their Jimmy selection. I asked her to look at the Blazers, and she replied that there was an option for CST. But again, none for the Jimmys.

[Ptjsk]

Rock Auto came through.

Apparently they contacted ACC and ACC is sending me a cargo carpet area for a '72 Blazer with CST option.

Hopefully ACC will add that option to their website for a Jimmy.

Just have to be patient now.

Pat

[Ptjsk]

More progress on the Jimmy.

Finally tracked down the clattering noise. Thought it was a lifter problem. Finally found it. Look at the top pic and the valley that the push rod comes through. The builder used too long of bolt on the intake manifold.

Still waiting for seat covers to arrive. Once here, I'll take the seats out and install the front carpeting. In the meantime, I needed to find a cup holder. As they aren't too easy to find, I went ahead and made one.

Rear seat, and carpeting installed. My Grandson's wanted "racing belts". So I installed the belts for them.

Also installed the new radio, radio speaker, and all new ducting under the AC dash. That was a lot of fun....NOT!

Working out the little things, but it's on the road!

Pat

[DeadheadNM]

Good to see an update. Looks great.

[Ol Blue K20]

It's looking great.

[Ptjsk]

Actually driving it quite a bit now.

I have been waiting for spring/summer to arrive so I can take off the top and prepare doors and bed area for paint.

Looks like we're experiencing historically low rainfall, so I may be doing it sooner than I think.

Also, front seat covers arrived last night. Does anybody know of any tutorials on applying new seat covers to these?

Thanks, Pat

[Ptjsk]

I just put in new seat covers (back seat is still original), foam and carpeting into my '72 Jimmy.

I need to paint the back hard shell covers to the seat.

Does anybody know a specific paint color/code that is used for the bright blue interior?

Thanks,

Pat