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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 07:23 PM
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Well thanks to some very helpfull, people on FTE that know there stuff, and generously shared it with Me, I was abel to Paint My truck Myself. It aint perfect but once I do a little touch up it will be close enough. Im not going to name names only because I may leave someone out, but you all know who you are, and already know how much I apreceiate your help from the bottom of My heart. Any one so inclined may view my alblums there are three. Well the touch ups , interior, exaust,shims, and new heads to finish off the edelbrock performer package Ive got on my 302 will have to wait awhile because My wife and I are getting ready to take a long over due honymoon. For our 20th annaversery we are taking a 15 day cruise to Hawii, so its time to pack. Today I took the truck for a shake down cruise after My Wife helped Me reinstall the back glass, boy did it feel good, runs strong, quite, and almost no bump steer. Well thats it for now My friends, and THANKS AGAIN TO ALL. (JIMMY)
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 07:39 PM
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WOW JIMMY !!! That is one pretty truck dude !!!! Now were ever you go on it this is the number one ? you will be asked. Hey WHAT YEAR IS IT ? I bet you a buck no less then 5 people will ask you this every time you drive it. I hope you have a wonderful trip !!! aloha
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 07:45 PM
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Well done Jimmy...your hard work and willingness to learn as you go have paid off handsomely. I know quite a few guys who would have cried "uncle" long before this project had been completed, you should be very proud of your self...I know that Mrs Jimmy is!
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 08:03 PM
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Awesome color.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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Congrats on a major accomplishment!
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 09:24 PM
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Congratulations, Jimmy! Nice job! Two thumbs up!
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 09:29 PM
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The truck looks great! A few months ago, I took my wife to Hawaii for our 30th anniversary. PM me if you want any suggestions on what to see.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 09:46 PM
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Jimmy, that is beautiful! Love the stance too... What size tire and wheels are you running? Once again very nice and have a great and Honeymoon!
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 09:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Moe Craig
Jimmy, that is beautiful! Love the stance too... What size tire and wheels are you running? Once again very nice and have a great and Honeymoon!
Thanks for the kind words, the tires are P295/50R15 on 10" smoothies and P205/60R15 on Craigers.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 10:25 PM
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Wonderful job, that's a nice looking truck, thanks for sharing it with us. Have a great time on your holiday in Hawaii.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 10:28 PM
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Hey Jim,
That's a great looking truck - Congratulations on painting it yourself!
What's that shiny "box" on the running boards? Quite an acheivement!

Ben in Austin
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 10:39 PM
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Hey Jim,
That's a great looking truck - Congratulations on painting it yourself!
What's that shiny "box" on the running boards? Quite an acheivement!

Ben in Austin
Thanks Ben. Thats My answer to where should I put the battery LOL, Really, I didnt want to clutter up the engine compartment and I kinda like the way it looks.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 10:44 PM
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Thanks Jim,
I couldn't figure out what that could be - as good a place for a battery as any. It's better than where chrylser put them on the old 300's - Had to take the front fender off to change the battery.

Have a great trip to Hawaii - You are making the rest of us look bad with that whole second honeymoon thing. Luckily my wife doesn't frequent this forum.

Ben in Austin
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 10:44 PM
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Beautiful job Jim!!!! Great choice in color! That brown always looked good on that bodystyle. So what it if not completely perfect, if it was you'd be too scared to use it! I think it looks fantastic! After that honeymoon, get out there and enjoy it! BTW- happy 20th anniversary!!
 
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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 10:54 PM
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I haven`t followed any of your progress, and just look through your albums, you did a nice job.

Did you actually rattle can the whole truck, if so that is amazing!
 
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