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Hello again;

Thank-you Doyle for the offer. I would love to add your plate to the wall.

Body work continues, all the small parts and the running boards have been completed to the slicksand stage.
I have decided on a paint scheme...
Part of the decision was based on the desired look, with concessions on my part because of the cost for the body work. The one thing I cannot do without is gloss black fenders, so the time was spent to get them done to the level needed. The cab exterior and everything else will be charcoal grey, but in a matte finish. The engine bay and firewall will be black as well.
I am still working out the interior, at the moment I am leaning towards charcoal grey. The rims will be a tractor red and sport wide whitewalls. With some subtle touches of red pinstriping to tie things together, I think it will really gel the look and I am looking forward to seeing it!
I have attached a couple pictures of some trucks I found on the web. The 1st black one is the one I have been using as my muse. The 2nd black one shows the contrast between the gloss fenders and matte body. The grey one is for contrast of the black/grey combo.

best wishes to all ,seasons greetings!
Steve