OFFICIAL* Dante's Peak Suburban Build *

[Metrodps]

Spent most of the day on the phone talking to people so a few updates.

Talked with Roger Donaldson's (Director of Dante's Peak) agent today and he said Rodger was taking a short vacation in Europe before returning stateside. He just wrapped November Man which is slated for release in November staring Olga Kurylenko, Pierce Brosnan.

But he would let me know when he gets back and forward our request for stills from the filming showing the truck.

Today I was also in talks with a major automotive finishes company about supplying the material to finish the truck. Hope to make an announcement in the next week or two. We will be using GMC paint code 514 Red (Crimson) Here is the color we will be using.

 

[noJeepshere]

This build keeps getting cooler with every new post.

 

[Metrodps]

We now have an official paint sponsor on board with us. Martin Senour which is Sherwin Automotive Finishes joins us on our project and will be providing us with materials to paint the vehicle.

 

[tRustyK5]

Wicked!!! Nice of them to step up!

 

[Big Ray]

I wanted a Dante burb for years after that flick...it's why I have a burb now...


I never dreamed any company would support a build like this, it's awesome! Can't wait for the finished product....you're doing a great job!

 

[Metrodps]

We are proud to welcome KC Hilites on board as a sponsor in our Dante's Peak Suburban Build.

KC HiLiTES, the dominant force in auxiliary and off road lighting! As the original manufacturer of off road lighting, beginning with the Daylighter®, have a rock solid reputation for quality and performance. Specializing in Jeep, Truck, SUV and Off Road aftermarket lighting, their product offering continues to evolve. They offer a complete line of auxiliary Fog and Driving Lights, Off Road Lights, Flood Lights, Light Bars, Light Covers, and Wiring Kits to accommodate your lighting needs. KC lights are available in Halogen, HID and LED light sources.

Since the beginning (1970), KC’s involvement with motor sports has been critical to the process of designing, engineering and manufacturing the most advanced auxiliary lighting available. Their competition HID lights are now found on many winning off-road race vehicles including Scott Douglas, Curt LeDuc, Ron Whitton, Randy Merritt, Rick Doetsch, Todd Wyllie and many others. As the original manufacturer of off-road auxiliary lighting, KC HiLiTES not only set the standard for the category – they created it.

Today, KC is all about quality. Their lights are built tough, to last. Inside and out, KC has never accepted anything less than the highest quality materials and workmanship for their products. Their reflectors are meticulously polished to produce the brightest possible reflective surface. Bulbs are specially designed for the intended applications. KC light housings feature only the finest, toughest finishes. All stainless steel housings are polished and sealed for enduring beauty, and long life. Their chrome and black housings are triple plated and polished. Their black painted housings are tough enough to withstand brutal salt spray tests. KC’s nylon composite housings feature an extremely tough combination of plastics and resins. It is this absolute commitment to total quality that allows KC to back every KC product with their industry leading 23-year warranty.

 

[B.N.Z.MTNS]

Lawrence,
I have a couple of extra 6 lug wheels that match the movie truck. Let me know if you need any for the spare or drivers... they might need paint, but are exact match. Also, I plan on attending BB13. If there are any parts that are being relayed to the bash, I can help get them back to our neck of the woods, depending on space.

 

[Metrodps]

UPDATE 21 August, 2013 4:30 PM MST

On the heels of an official announcement this week introducing KC Hilites as a new sponsor the Dante’s Peak Suburban team announced today a sponsorship agreement with Quaker State Lubricants a division of Shell Oil Products US. Quaker State is a world leader in motor oil and car care products. Quaker State products are marketed in over 45 countries.

In 1931 the Quaker State Corporation was created. In 1998, Quaker State Corporation was merged with Pennzoil Company's marketing, manufacturing and fast oil change businesses to form Pennzoil-Quaker State Company, a worldwide leader in consumer automotive products and vehicle care. In 2002 the acquisition of Pennzoil-Quaker State Company by the Shell Oil Company, an affiliate of the Royal Dutch/Shell Group of Companies was completed. Beginning in 2003, Pennzoil-Quaker State Company began doing business as SOPUS Products.

 

[blazinzuk]

Well gotta change the oil in both my rigs soon, gonna support Quaker state since they are supporting this build

 

[y5mgisi]

Right on man!

 

[Russell]

Dude, where do I sign up for all these sponsorships! This is awesome!

I can't think of a more deserving fella! Let me know if you need a hand with procuring anything

 

[Deuling]

Get summit to sponsor a new crate motor

 

[TheBeast_88K5]

I bet they'd do it....

With all those big names, you can DEFINITELY gets some good media exposure.
Then, who knows...

And, I'm just over here like, "Kert, can I have some free stickers?"

 

[Metrodps]

Get summit to sponsor a new crate motor

Nope that would be taking advantage. How ever they do have the switches we need. Wonder if Craig can put in a good word?

 

[Metrodps]

LMC Truck is a contributor

Just got off the phone with LMC Truck about getting some parts that have to be replaced when we start painting the Dante's Peak Suburban. They are willing to provide the parts at a discounted rate. With us paying the shipping.

Here are the parts and descriptions.

List of parts to be used on the project.
36-6201 Body side rubber (side rear window) (2 required)
38-5905 Black trim (2 required)
36-7046 Black molding cap (2 required)

38-5915 Rubber kit black (front windshield)

39-7036 Pre cut molding set (side body molding)
38-0921 Vinyl edge sealer pen
38-7017 Wheel well arch (front right hand)

38-7510 Hood insulator
30-2010 retainer (19 required)

So at the discount pricing they are still lower than the other guys. So they are a contributor.

 

[Metrodps]

Wow KC HiLites moves fast! FedEx just dropped off the lights! What a great company and people at KC HiLites.

Dante's Peak Suburban build team highly recommends KC HiLites to any one who is considering going cheaper. Their product is far superior in workmanship and quality. From their finish to the wiring their lights go the distance (in lighting too).

Their lights are tough and made to last. Did I mention the 23-year warranty? When you need to see whats ahead KC HiLites lights the way.

Dante's Peak Suburban is proud to have KC HiLites as our official choice of lighting.

 

[TheBeast_88K5]

You tease, you....

 

[noJeepshere]

You tease, you....

Truth.

 

[B.N.Z.MTNS]

Lawrence,
Did you ever bridge the tire carrier issue? I have seen this K5 twice now. Both times it has been parked at the elementary school on Cascade north of 12th st in Montrose. I'm thinking it may be a teacher's rig. If you still need a carrier I suppose I could knock on some doors or leave a note to inquire about it... or at least get some measurements . Next time you are up this way during school hours you may pass by and take a look.

 

[Metrodps]

UPDATE 11 September 2013
We are proud to welcome CARR on board as an official sponsor of the Dante's Peak Suburban Build. Carr is known for its accessories that smartly enhance vehicle appearance and functionality at practical affordability.

The CARR Story

Started In March of 1945, by Vernon Lester Carr in an old metal shop behind his house in Los Angeles, California. Twenty four years later in 1969 the business changed its name to Carr Pattern Co., its corporate name today. In May of 1972 Vernon Carr passed away, leaving his son Wendell with the family business. Notwithstanding his father’s passing, the business made the necessary adjustments and continued to press forward.

However, several years later in March of 1979, the untimely death of Wendell Carr left his wife and two sons, facing the decision to disband the business or continue making patterns for their existing customer base. The decision was made to stay in business, but the family eventually chose to shift away from pattern-making and pattern-casting and started looking for other business opportunities.

Early in 1983, a whole new industry opened up to them which was an entirely different industry than what had been their mainstay since 1945-the automotive aftermarket. Once the decision was made to change the course of the business into the automotive industry, investment money was gathered and the production facility was expanded. Extensive research, development, and design resulted in the introduction of aluminum cast light bars and truck steps, which were introduced at SEMA, where one of CARR’s products won second place, clearly establishing them as serious new competitors.

Today, CARR, as it is popularly known, is in virtually every major warehouse across the United States and Canada, and has established itself as a company whose accessories place it among the major competitors in the industry. With over 60 years of manufacturing excellence, CARR is a third-generation business, who remains firmly committed to product innovation and design, hassle-free customer service, and offering the consumer various choices in steps, light bars, and other accessories.

carr.com/light-bars.html