Hey Gang,
Needing opinions. I've acquired a 1999 379 short hood with the 63" flat-top sleeper. 3406E / 10spd. I would like to spruce this truck up to look good. May never get it to show quality, Just want it to look good. My question is, where do I start? I've got the stuff to sand and polish all of the aluminum. Would prefer to have a reputable shop do the frame paint / hood,cab, and sleeper paint. Would it be better to have them do all of that together in one trip to the shop or could this be done in stages? I'm not against putting the money into the rejuvenating but if it's gonna cost that much I'll just run the truck and save my cash until I'm at a good spot to send it off to have this done.
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Discussion in 'Peterbilt Forum' started by AgtruckinMatt, Jan 22, 2025.
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Don’t spend much money on non essential cosmetics until you know where it’s at mechanically.Jake Metzger, Rideandrepair and Oxbow Thank this. -
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Personally, making it look pretty would be the last thing I'd do. I'd prioritize making sure it was mechanically sound first. JMO.
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...short hood not worth making pretty..just mechanically sound to keep making money
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It's a sharp looking daily driver that I doubt you could buy for what he has in it. But it's not cheap to do.
If the one you have is your only truck, just do like others are saying and work on making it mechanically sound. Then, if money is still there, make it look good. It's a months long process and you'll need a lot in reserve to pay your daily billsRideandrepair, Stay Puft and GoneButNotForgotten Thank this. -
I suggest running it, getting to know the Truck and what’s needed. Meanwhile make plans and work towards the rest. Spend accordingly.
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