Dash Primed in Featherfill G2

Dash Before HB

Progress? What? Yes! Not much, but at least it’s something.  I did a tiny bit of filler work on the dash to smooth out some imperfections. Some were damage, but most was factory uglies! Probably not something that would show, but I smoothed it out anyway. Topped with some Featherfill G2. Will smooth that later,… Continue reading Dash Primed in Featherfill G2

Engine Parts

Engine Guts-002

We have engine parts!  LM7, aka Vortec 5300, aka “LS motor” from a Chevy pickup.  5.3L, should be enough!

Body Painted

FINALLY… The body is painted! Three coats of acrylic urethane and it’s finally all one color. I painted this a little later in the season than I’d like to have. Since it’s been getting colder outside and I need to suck fresh air into the shop while painting, I wanted to do this while it… Continue reading Body Painted

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Factory Paint Runs

Factory paint has runs. Also not the not-too-glossy finish. Maybe a little bit shinier than "egshell".

While sorting through the pile of parts I brought home, I noticed that this interior “knee knocker” cover which butts up against the dash has a big ole’ run in the paint! I guess the run is down low where ya don’t see it so much, but even so, would you accept this on your… Continue reading Factory Paint Runs