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[QUOTE="markfuga, post: 1395792, member: 10964"] The frame was cleaned with acetone to remove oil and what was left of the original under-coating. I used a variety of wire brushes on the angle grinder and sanding wheels get it ready for paint. I went the simple route of Rustoleum primer and semi-gloss black paint. The 78 body is in immaculate shape which is the primary reason I decided to do this project. I came across the body as a "roller" without engine or transmission which made it ideal for this swap. I bought it from the grandson of the original owner, after the grandson had drag raced it for a couple seasons and got board with it. Aside from the visible surface rust in a couple places, there is no rust anywhere under the truck or hidden behind fenders, bedsides, cab corners, etc. Here's a couple more pictures of where it's at today. I upgraded the rear tank to the 38 gallon so I could eliminate the front tank to make space for the electric pump and filters. I started the engine a couple days ago to check for any leaks or issues and found a small oil leak at the dipstick. Frustrating because I put a new oil pan on the engine and replaced the O-ring. I have a feeling the O-ring was not correct because it didn't seem like it had enough "compression" when I installed it. Now I know it didn't compress enough :( [/QUOTE]
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