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WC-51 Restoration or Bust!!

Tinwoodsman

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Well, I started the sandblasting project at 9:45am and finished about 6:30pm. Yes I did stop for a few beers but this cargo bed had more nooks and crannies than PB's compound. I used 200 lbs of media and recycled it 1 time. I am thankful this is the last major blasting requirement on this restoration. Here are some pics:

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I'm going to indulge myself here as I usually do anyhow - with one suggestions - take down ALL the pictures of my sisters in your garage NOW - images46U0QXTT.jpg
 

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Watching the build is like watching Twilight Zone - I am bored to death and your project is becconing to be completed. Just think - another YEAR (365 days) has gone by. Like watching paint dry.
 

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I don't know what you are talking about. I already completed the WC project and sold it to a guy for $25K. I now have found a Yugo in mint condition and will paint it camo with Behr paint from H.D. Look for the new thread entitled "Beyond Zout"
 

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I don't know what you are talking about. I already completed the WC project and sold it to a guy for $25K. I now have found a Yugo in mint condition and will paint it camo with Behr paint from H.D. Look for the new thread entitled "Beyond Zout"
Don't forget, you said I could make payments on the WC as each monthly welfare check arrives.[thumbzup]

Oh...and the Yugo I traded you was once owned by a **** star in Yugoslavia. She sorta looks like an American film star but totally different...and hairy.rofl
 

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As I'm looking for an Eaton M45 BMW Mini Cooper Supercharger to fab onto Debs jeep engine - YOU have 364 days left - for two projects. :popcorn::popcorn:
 

Tinwoodsman

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I'm bettin ya can have it done in 265.33 days Bro!!:beer:
Well, high 60's today with light wind so I was able to attack the cargo bed. PB, after today's progress I think I can knock .33 days off your estimate. :p
Started by going over the bare metal which had a rust inhibitor applied and used Scotchbrite pads and then removed any residues with a surface prep chemical and degreaser. Moved the bed dolly outside and positioned it to start the etching primer. They told me it was gray but it was actually Goat Vomit Green. After letting the etching primer dry for 2 hours, I started on the epoxy primer and thankfully it was gray. Applied two coats of the epoxy primer and let it air dry for several hours in the nice warm sun. Then, moved it inside for the night. Glad I got it done because it looks like it will be awhile before it get warm again.

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Well, high 60's today with light wind so I was able to attack the cargo bed. PB, after today's progress I think I can knock .33 days off your estimate. :p
Started by going over the bare metal which had a rust inhibitor applied and used Scotchbrite pads and then removed any residues with a surface prep chemical and degreaser. Moved the bed dolly outside and positioned it to start the etching primer. They told me it was gray but it was actually Goat Vomit Green. After letting the etching primer dry for 2 hours, I started on the epoxy primer and thankfully it was gray. Applied two coats of the epoxy primer and let it air dry for several hours in the nice warm sun. Then, moved it inside for the night. Glad I got it done because it looks like it will be awhile before it get warm again.

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Dammitman!!! What a difference a day makes!!

Looks like we will have a big WWII vehicle selection at the Rally this year!!:papabear:
 

zout

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Just think if I keep on continually harassing you - I bet you can have it done in 1/2 that time rofl[thumbzup]

Great looking pics and what perfect weather to have the etch and primer seal up tight in.
 

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I like the wooden frame support, very nice! Commander Z is jealous that you have a project to work on :)
 

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I wouldn't want to live in the Texas heat in the summer, but I can't lie: I'm a little jealous of someone shooting epoxy in January outside.
 

Tinwoodsman

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Thanks Carlo. I followed a Facebook post on a WC restoration in Italy by a gentleman named Luca. He was very helpful to me with some critical measurements.
 
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