Finished Photos
Before & After
Existing Truck
Shop & Tools
Running Boards
Truck Bed
License Plate
Rear Shocks
Rear Brakes
Electrical Wiring
Gas Tank
Bench Seat
Glove Box
Radio
Dash
Heater
Gauges & Switches
Windshield Wipers
Cab Vents
Grill
Radiator
Hood
Headlights
Front Fenders
Doors
Cab
I did not want a red truck that looked flashy but a truck that matched the colors that were available back 61 years ago.
Back when this truck was built, Dupont supplied the paints. The red that was available upon special order was a 'Permanent Red.' Which according to Dupont is now their 'Jet Red.' And from comparing a spec sheet with color chips from that year, it is dead on.
Starting with all the holes in the firewall and behind the dash, the holes were taped and firmly pressed in place.
From there to the sharp edges.
For this part my beautiful bride helped out and did a wonderful job!
With my paint gun being to big to use under the dash, I used a self-mix aerosol can that you put in your own paint.
For under the dash, it worked Ok, but I wouldn't use them anywhere else.