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Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796093 September 18th 2022 3:28 pm
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Does anyone know what rear bumper alternative I can use instead of the stock? I would like one that goes all the way across, no license plate cutout, and Im not putting a trailer hitch. Just a simple, solid bumper

Is there a C10, or another year bumper that would match?

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Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796102 September 18th 2022 4:51 pm
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This is the type of bumper Im looking for
Does anyone know what it is?

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Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796106 September 18th 2022 11:10 pm
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71 to 77 stock Chev bumper

Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
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Ill look around, thanks

Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
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Hi guys, another busy day

Cant tell too much from the photos, but if you do body work, you know that it is very time consuming...
This I am new to and learning as I go.
As Im finishing on the center section (where I cut this), Im finding little things that needed to be taken care of, little dents, holes, and lots of other stuff, so taking a long time
But Id rather not rush, because once its painted, Im not going to go back, its done at that point

Here is a picture of the Junk Yard doors I found. They had lots of holes where the ladder was bolted. The previous owner just made a bunch of holes. I used a piece of copper behind the holes to assist in welding them up.
[Linked Image from dcdphoto.com]

Also, spent a couple of hours stripping the front, getting it ready to paint. Removed as much from the firewall, top radiator brace, and lots of other stuff, including the wiper assembly and so many other things.
Its ready to clean, a little sand, then primer
[Linked Image from dcdphoto.com]
[Linked Image from dcdphoto.com]

Was also able to remove the rear door windows so I can weld up a bunch of little holes.
I also found that the bottom of the right rear door has a bunch of body filler, and many holes where the ladder was bolted, again with the holes
I plan on taking a piece from the old doors which were in better condition and skinning the one with the holes. That way I have new metal, not body filler.

Lots of work, but I think its worth it. Ill do this tomorrow, hope it comes out good.
[Linked Image from dcdphoto.com]

What do you think so far?
I think once I primer it, I is going to look awesome.
Cant wait to start driving this thing
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Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796363 September 25th 2022 12:24 am
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Oh yeah, And I figured out how to remove the front Chevy emblems.
So not easy.
After I removed the grill, there are a couple of little holes, big enough for your arm to fit in.
I was able to get aa 3/8 wrench in with a couple of fingers and just turn.
Finally was able to get them off.

I am going to polish them and add a little paint.
They are going to look great, I hope.

Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796367 September 25th 2022 2:58 pm
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Awesome work & progress Dave. Can't wait for more pics and see what color you paint the van

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Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796368 September 25th 2022 3:40 pm
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Red with Yellow flames ...


SUNSHINE VANS-VAN DIEGO
ADRENALIN BY THE GALLON & CHASIN RACIN
ONE FOR THE DIRT & ONE FOR THE STREETS
'93 CHEVY G30 454 4X4 SPORTVAN EXT 146" WB
'92 CHEVY G30 454 BEAUVILLE EXT 146" WB
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Re: DaveT's 93 Short Bus Build
DaveT #796382 September 25th 2022 11:08 pm
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Now he really has to do a 454 with that paint job ! ( can you imagine that set up ) lol

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