That 1980 C10 I keep talking about...PICS Finally

[carmen77]

Ummmm no the interior is gold/brown but I’m changing it all to flat black.

Since it was missing several pieces and those that are there are pretty much destroyed I have purchased a replacement for almost everything in the interior but I have stuck to stock parts from other trucks and of course with that you end up with blue ash tray, gold glove box etc etc.

I am doing 3m vinyl wrap on the parts so they are still original under the wrap, I’m not destroying them just changing them.


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[JohnnyPopper]

Good thing there is a lot of interest in these models, good for finding parts. Aftermarket parts are plentiful, can almost build an entire truck...

I'm thinking about leaving the patina on the '80, even have a rusty front fender.

I'll dial in the engine compartment, interior, bucket seats, New paint inside, dash and door panels. Red oak bed panels, 1/4 cut.

So, kind of a sleeper, until you look under the hood and inside...BOOM! 

I've got a 383 stroker engine for her, so it should be pretty fast.

[carmen77]

That is going to be amazing!

I would leave the patina as well.


That will be fast ...I don’t want to race. Hahaha


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[JohnnyPopper]

Thanks! Just need to get her done!!!

Actually Covid helped me in April/May to get the front end finished and reassembled and paint the firewall. 

Don't know if this has appeared on your radar, but someone on the forum posted that a mixture of molasses and water 1:9 ratio dissolved Rust. I cleaned all of my front end components in a full size trash can with a lid. It just melts off. Some took longer, but it beat have to wire wheel everything.

It's Martini Tuesday, sighing off, had a great evening!

[carmen77]

Looking forward to see your progress.

Interesting about the molasses, I will try it out. I ordered the “rust mort” per your suggestion...thank you!

Thanks for all the great tips. Enjoy your evening.


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[JohnnyPopper]

Yeah it's late, can't sleep.

Found a completely profound product: Flitz Metal Pre Clean

It's caustic, be prepared to protect your bio parts.

I had a bumper that was green with patina- melted if off!

I can't think of all the hours I have spent working to remove crap that this stuff just dissolves off in minutes.....

Not cheap, but the time saved is worth it. Grainger has it...

[carmen77]

Thank you for the tip! I ordered some. 

I have been restoring wood and leather for years just as a hobby and recently I started messing around with metal(s) and restoring and reviving different types...this product will be a game changer!

Thank you!


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[JohnnyPopper]

How do you restore leather?

Have you used the Pre-Clean?

[carmen77]

How do you restore leather?

Have you used the Pre-Clean?

Hey Johnny!

For leather it depends on the piece specifically. If you have something leather that you want to restore I can definitely give you advice on that specific piece.

If you want to know just for general knowledge...I typically start by cleaning the leather thoroughly with Murphy’s oil soap and or leather/saddle cleaner. If the leather is stained or has water marks I soak it or sponge on water to even it out. Once those steps are complete a cycle of vigorous leather conditioner is applied over and over until you are satisfied. It’s not an easy process very time consuming but completely do-able.

Yes I used the pre-clean! Already finished a bottle and bought another. That stuff is amazing and when I post before and afters of what I used it on you will definitely get the credit. Thank you!

I have made some progress since last post but haven’t  put any pictures up in awhile.  Progress is slow but steady.

I have been harvesting olives from my olive tree. I will save you some for your martinis. lol


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[JohnnyPopper]

Wonderful!

I have a Italian leather jacket I bought about 20 years ago, shoulders showing some wear... Prob a different technique...

So glad you're happy with Flitz!! I love it! Like you said, 'game changer'... Can't believe the elbow grease I wasted.

Olives are great, I had a customer who grew blue olives, his juice was the best! Thanks, look forward to yours!!

[carmen77]

Blue olives? That sounds insane and amazing at the same time.

Depending on the wear on the shoulders I may be able to help/guide you. Send me a pic of the wear when you have time. If it hasn’t worn through most likely can be saved.


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[carmen77]

Forgot to ask...when you put the 33s on the K10  did you have to lift it or already have a lift?
Even though my c20 isn’t 4x4 I would like to put bigger tires on it.  I have 33s on my daily driver. I’m comfortable with that size was wondering if the c20 could accommodate w/o lift.

Also you can replace the plastic hinge for your glove box on ebay. I saw someone selling just the hinge. It might still be available...let me know if you want the link.


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[JohnnyPopper]

No I didn’t have to put a lift on it, if I had gone larger it probably would’ve rubbed in or on undesirable areas.  The leather is not wearing through, it’s just lost some of the black tinting/dye?


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[JohnnyPopper]

Yeah no, the blue olives were insane, have never seen the same since.


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[carmen77]

I would try a leather color balm. There is one called “furniture clinic leather re-coloring balm” or
There is another product called “leather hero, leather color restore”.  I would give one of them a try. It’s not expensive.  Make sure you get the right color match.

My advice would be the first product, even though it’s for “furniture” leather is leather and a balm can be deposited more in the places that need it and then everywhere else for an overall finished piece.  Just make sure to clean it first. I find that leather cleaning products and conditioning products made for car interiors are some of the best as they are geared for high usage.

Be prepared for the process to take a few days and let the balm dry thoroughly between each coat. Keep at it until you are satisfied.

If done properly you won’t be disappointed, I promise. 

Good luck!


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