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This is a discussion on Ideas for exterior mods/body work? within the Exterior Tech forums, part of the General Discussion category; I've got a two-tone burgundy/tan '97 ECSB C1500 that used to be my daily driver. Poor thing has pretty much ...
I've got a two-tone burgundy/tan '97 ECSB C1500 that used to be my daily driver. Poor thing has pretty much been sitting the past 2-3 years while I've been in college. Now, I'm looking at fixing what needs to be fixed so I can have a reliable street truck again when I need it. It needs some body work, fresh paint, and a little TLC here and there, but nothing major. My stepdad is an auto mechanic/bodyman with his own garage, so we can do all the body work/paint.
The truck already has clear front lenses, tinted windows, billet grille, debadged, flush bed cover and a 2" rear drop. I've got a weld-in rollpan that I plan to install as well. Long story short, I'm looking for some suggestions from you FSC guys on what exterior work to look at doing. Paint to match mirrors and door handles? Stubby antenna? Rollpan? Etc. I appreciate any input or opinions. Thanks.
If you dad can do the work how about a mild custom? You did not note a budget but how about a few things that will set you apart from the rest. These things do not cost much if you are doing the work yourself.
Caddy tails
shave antenna
shaved door handles
shaved gas filler
shaved stake pockets
shaved joint in cab roof
painted front bumper
smooth cowl
Last edited by Toolman; 05-18-2008 at 12:04 PM.
Personal Responsibility – GO F'N GET SOME!
I guess I should have figured up a budget. That would help. Basically, I don't want to get too crazy with this truck. I want it to be simple and clean looking. I've looked through the FSC Galleries, and found a few that trucks that I like, and feel are in the same direction that I want to go. Hope it helps.
klune7323
kbsblack4dr
kinada
chevguy
sierra_st
Last edited by bs883; 05-20-2008 at 11:12 AM.
Do what you think will look good and work for you.
I will say one thing, I do not like shaved door handles because.
Every one tells me, you just need a remote door opener.
What happens when the bat dies?
Backup button!
But you can't lock your truck.
No one know's about it!
Well stupid if it's so easy to suggest how many cars with shaved door handles do you think have a back up?
Um most of them.
So all you have to do it find it?
Uh, yeah.
Dumb A*&.
Just my 2 cents though.
05 Cavalier
03 Silverado ECSB, Dmax, Allison, 3.73 G80
96 Silverado ECSB, 350, 4L60E, 3.73's Powertrax Locker
89 Camaro, 5 speed, 4.56's, Powertrax Locker
49 F-1, flathead 6, 4 speed, 2wd, unknown rear end. Old rust bucket.
My back up switch requires a key to operate it.Which solves your above mentioned problems.
If you have a shop to do the work,the cheapest way to clean that thing up is shaving everything.The door handles and tailgate handles make a huge difference.And the cab seams.Seems like it wouldn't matter but it's amazing to me how much cleaner it looks without those.
On chevyguys green truck wheres his tailights and backups?
To make your brainstorming a bit easier review some of the members gallery pics that have the same model truck as yours. This way you can see the mods and get a better idea on what looks well on your truck.
Looks like he's got covers that are painted to match.Originally Posted by TheMaroonBaboon
Right now, I'm debating on the following:
1. Paint the truck all burgundy or paint it back two-tone?
2. Paint mirrors and handles same color as body, or go back black?
3. Paintable front bumper, smoothie chrome, or factory bumper?
Any opinions?
Last edited by bs883; 05-20-2008 at 12:18 PM.
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