Full body restoration...

[philo_beddoe]

Thanks Irish, technically i didnt "lose" my mom, as i know she was saved, and therefore, is with the Lord. Thats the good news!
But not having her around is the tough part. I sure do miss her meatballs on sunday afternoons. She was old world Italian. But we will meet again.

[zieg85]

Sorry for your loss.  Been there done that with both my parents.  My dad most recently, just finally went through his stuff in the basement and garage...  Memories...  Going to finish the barn next time I am in town as my step mom is wanting to sell.

[fitz]

Philo,
I'm sorry for your loss.
Glad to have you back.

Fitz.

[VileZambonie]

Sorry for your loss man. Time working on your truck helps give you time to think and to heal

[philo_beddoe]

Thanks everyone, I really do appreciate it. And yes Vile, your totally correct, i haven't given up putting time in the truck, just tinkering, and it does help heal as it keeps the mind occupied.  Building the garage should help too, looking forward to that.

Oh, any advice on how to fix that tiny crack in the paint? Please dont say repair and repaint the hood, or replace the hood. 

[VileZambonie]

Unfortunately yes, you need to grind out whatever is under there or replace the hood.

[philo_beddoe]

Unfortunately yes, you need to grind out whatever is under there or replace the hood.

Yup, my hood wasnt that great to begin with, i was just up at the shop,,this fall we are replacing the hood, fender and maybe a rocker panel. Lower fender had a little rust pimple bleed through, as did the rocker. I dont tolerate rust. And...since i have an aditional vehicle now, i can take my time and get it done right.

Oh, VZ you know a local place that has quality body parts? I'd like to pick up local instead of having shipped. Thanks

[philo_beddoe]

Would anyone agree this is a quality hood? I haven't checked the site store yet but will.

http://www.ecklerstrucks.com/chevy-and-gmc-truck-standard-hood-1973-1980.html#close

[VileZambonie]

The quality hood is $267 local. I don't know what to tell you on Eckler other than it's probably an inferior hood. See what Chris can do it for. I think I have a few in stock too.

[philo_beddoe]

I didnt see a plain one on the site store, but i sent Chris an email. Anyway, i'll let ya know. Save me a nice hood just in case. Thanks..

What/where is this local place for $267?

[LTZ C20]

Philo, sorry to hear about your loss. I wish your family the best. I know how it feels tho, my dad is currently battling Stage 4 esophageal cancer that has spread to other spots in his body. He's doing pretty good, we just got back from a week long vacation in Hawaii, a trip that was his idea, so he's doing alright. You know we are always here for you if you need us.

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[blazer74]

Lost my mom 2 years ago @ 78. Dementia and heart failure.

Sorry for your loss.

[VileZambonie]

A local distributor that only sells to licensed shops. I usually get things that aren't practical to have shipped from them. I also buy my paint and body supplies from them.

[philo_beddoe]

Thanks Blaze and LTZ, really do appreciate the kindness. 

...and Vile, i'll let you know, i have plenty of time. I'm not doing nothing more than an oil change until fall.  Its cruising time.  Plus the garage is at the top of the list. Thanks

[VileZambonie]

I <3 my garage and just came in from there. What are you building?