...and cut to accept the factory...
...and cut to accept the factory tailgate handle housing.
The Equator's grille shell...
The Equator's grille shell was removed and outfitted with Street Scene's black chrome Speed Grille.
The blue, color-matched center...
The blue, color-matched center Suzuki logo emblem was reattached while the final touches were made to the truck.
From The Driver Seat
Who can complain about new paint? We sure can't! Theresa Contreras and Luis Acosta from L&G Enterprises exquisitely sprayed Summit Racing's paint system onto the Suzuki's skin. Summit's urethane topcoat sprayed well and looks outstanding underneath the layers of clear. Nate Shrum's rendering of the Equator elicited much interest around our office, but nothing like the excitement we felt while watching as the paint scheme brought the truck to life. The one-off black chrome Speed Grille from Street Scene Equipment also looked awesome and lends a sporty look to the Equator's front end and overall appeal. Stay tuned for next issue where we showcase the Suzuki's audio and interior build-up progress.
Time spent working: 8 hours
Degree of Difficulty: Intermediate
Tools Needed:
Spray gun, airbrush, masking paper, masking tape, grind wheel, pounce wheel, wrench and socket set, impact gun, and screwdriver set.
Parts used:
Summit Racing acrylic urethane Silver Metallic paint 1 gal. (SUM-UP307):
$71.95 (Each) x2
Summit Racing acrylic urethane Blue Ultra Pearl paint 1 gal. (SUM-UP310):
$80.95 (Each) x2
Summit Racing High-Solids clear coat 1 gal (SUM-UP201):
$44.95 (Each) x2
Summit Racing medium urethane activator 1 qt. (SUM-UP101):
$17.95 (Each) x5
Summit Racing medium urethane reducer 1 qt. (SUM-UP401):
$8.95 (Each) x5
Total: $530.20 (All prices from Summitracing.com and do not include labor or other material cost)