well guys, i finally finished the wood in my bed. turned out way better than i expected.
sanded with 150 grit, 1 coat of min wax wood finish dark walnut #2716 stain, and 5 coats of minwax indoor - outdoor helmsman spar urethane clear gloss.

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i did it all with the wood in place. i know, not the best way, but i didnt want to take it all out this time.

now i gotta figure out and fab a sheet metal bed cover and paint it the color of the truck.

leonard

1957 Chevy 3100 1/2-Ton
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