Truck U Season 14 Episode 11 GMC Body Repair

Truck U follows two expert mechanics as they transform and restore old trucks into showstoppers. Season 14 episode 11, titled GMC Body Repair, sees the duo take on a challenging task of repairing a GMC truck body.

As the episode kicks off, we see Matt Steele and Bruno Massel, the hosts of Truck U, walking us through the condition of a 1998 GMC Sierra that has seen its better days. The bodywork on the truck had suffered a lot of wear and tear, with rust and dings all over the frame. The cab corners and rocker panels were damaged severely, and the wheel arches had holes in them.

The hosts waste no time in getting down to work. We see them keenly analyzing the extent of the damage to determine a plan of action. The hosts point out that repairing the damaged body panels is not going to be a lengthy process, but it does require a keen eye for detail and expert level welding skills.

The first step the hosts take is to remove the damaged body panels. This step is crucial as it gives a better view of the extent of the damage. The team evaluates the damage and decides to replace the cab corners and the rocker panels. They then proceed to make a cardboard template to cut out the required metal pieces for replacement.

The next stage involves precise cutting of metal panels with a plasma cutter. The hosts demonstrate how the metal cutting requires accuracy to fit the replacement panel perfectly. Once done, the hosts then weld the cut metal panel to the vehicle, making it an integral part of the structure. The welding process is quite challenging as it requires the right amount of heat and specific timing.

After completing the welding process, the hosts then move to the bodywork part of the repair. The team sandblasts the areas that require repair and smoothens the surfaces that require prepping for painting. They then show viewers how to apply a special filler to ensure the surface is smooth and blemish-free.

With the body repair completed, the hosts then show viewers how to apply the primer and paint, ensuring that the repair area matches the original color of the truck. They also demonstrate how to wrap parts that do not need painting to avoid overspray.

The episode concludes with the hosts taking the refurbished GMC Sierra out for a test drive. With the host's expert repairs, the truck seems brand new, with no signs of rust or damage. The Truck U team managed to bring the 1998 GMC Sierra back to life, with a fresh, sleek new look, making it look like a brand new truck!

Truck U season 14, episode 11 - GMC Body Repair, is an insightful show for anyone who wants to learn how to restore an old truck. With expert level insight, the hosts provide a step-by-step process for anyone to follow for fixing damaged bodywork. They demonstrate how to repair corroded metal panels, seamlessly weld metal, and apply paint to give the truck a brand new look. Overall, a highly informative and enjoyable episode for truck enthusiasts and gearheads.