Post by: carmen77 on October 27, 2020, 09:38:06 AM
My name is Carmen, I’m happy to be here and hopefully gain some knowledge!
I recently purchased a 73’ C20 Cheyenne to restore in my brothers honor. He passed away last April 2020. He was a square body lover and born in 1973. This felt like the perfect way to honor him.
This will be my first ever restore and I’m basically doing it alone with some remote help from my dad who lives in Michigan. I live in Southern California. This should be interesting to say the least.
By the way... the truck runs and drives....so half the battle is already over.
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I do have one but have never used it so practicing will be on my to do list.
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Post by: FlatBlack77 on October 30, 2020, 09:14:41 PM
Great looking truck.
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Post by: bd on October 31, 2020, 10:37:31 AM
Condolences for your brother. If this is your first renovation, develop an overall plan with realistic end goals and then divide the project into discrete steps and you'll manage just fine. Expect occasional delays searching for parts and working out plans for attack. Renovations are nearly always a test of patience and perseverance. I think you will find our family to be supportive and helpful.
Post by: carmen77 on October 31, 2020, 11:10:24 AM
My primary residence is Orange County (Huntington Beach) my secondary residence is near Palm Springs - Mojave desert and that’s where I keep the truck and all of my other passion projects. It’s my creative outlet residence. Lol
Thank you for your advice regarding plan of attack.
So far since I’m still a little nervous I have been reading and researching and watching many videos. I have also been scooping up as many needed replacement parts that I can get my hands on. Mostly focusing on functional and cosmetic items....Knobs, switches, bezels etc.
The truck is in good sound running and operating condition.
My challenge right now is where and when to start with the exterior.
I’m so glad I found this forum and feel so welcomed by the community. I look forward to learning from seasoned pros who share common goals.
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Post by: BADGE73 on November 02, 2020, 02:14:06 PM
As for exterior, I started there as well and I replaced my grill with a new one and man did it make it look way cleaner! However, I am focusing all my attention on the interior as of right now. These guys/gals are great on here, so welcome!
-Badge
Post by: carmen77 on November 02, 2020, 02:52:51 PM
Prior to your message to me I had read your post about getting your grandfathers truck. What a great gift! I really like your truck and love that you want to keep it true to its original look. I would do the same if I had inherited one. Since I bought mine specifically to honor my brother, my plans are to restore it in a way that I know he would have appreciated and been proud of me for and still stay true to my style...he would expect nothing less from his little sister!
If my memory is correct and likely it isn’t lol but I believe I read you have the truck in Washington state? Sorry if that’s wrong could have been a different post. I only ask because I grew up in Seattle.
Best of luck to you with your truck!
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Post by: JohnnyPopper on November 03, 2020, 03:09:23 AM
Need to stop the rust in the front of your hood. Ping me for product info. I have the same prob.
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Post by: Powerhouse on January 15, 2021, 09:48:10 PM
Post by: carmen77 on January 15, 2021, 09:54:07 PM
It’s been slow but steady. Here is a link that shows some of my progress.
I know someone who has your trucks twin!
Are you keeping it the original color? 73 C20 Progress
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink/topic?share_fid=15802&share_tid=38435&url=http%3A%2F%2Fforum%2E73-87chevytrucks%2Ecom%2Fsmforum%2Findex%2Ephp%3Ftopic%3D38435&share_type=t&link_source=app
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Post by: carmen77 on January 15, 2021, 10:02:31 PM
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Post by: carmen77 on January 15, 2021, 10:04:15 PM
Post by: Powerhouse on January 16, 2021, 10:23:18 AM
Wow, those door panels you made are phenomenal! Very impressive. I am turning my attention next to the door panels and considering my options. I found those seats off craigslist for a great price. American made, so they should last. I want to match them with something custom.
Rode a motorcycle all the way around Lake Michigan 5 summers ago. The Upper Peninsula was awesome. Rode up as high as Marquette, at the edge of Lake Superior. Amazing Country.
Your project is progressing very nicely.
Post by: carmen77 on January 16, 2021, 10:44:43 AM
Your ride around Lake Michigan sounds like an amazing adventure and you are right it’s beautiful there especially where you rode. Sometimes I miss it there for nostalgic reasons and of course family but you can’t beat the California weather. My family/friends have been pressuring me to visit this upcoming summer...we shall see
lol Thank you for the compliment on the door panels.
Your seats instantly reminded me of one of my design choices for my door panels that would compliment your seats very nicely. I look forward to your progress.
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