painted parts question
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painted parts question
I just got all my front end parts sandblasted and going to paint them.
I'd like to know what type paint everyone is using.
POR15
prime and paint
I don't think I want to powdercoat due to the cost but would like input on all options.
or is there any particular paint that I should be using?
Thanks
I'd like to know what type paint everyone is using.
POR15
prime and paint
I don't think I want to powdercoat due to the cost but would like input on all options.
or is there any particular paint that I should be using?
Thanks
Melting Slicks
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Your options are limitless, from rattle can semi gloss black on up. POR works well, Eastwood's chassis black has fans, some use automotive finishes of various types. Do you want a "factory" look or is there some other color/finish on your wish list?
Melting Slicks
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For smaller parts, Rustoleum's Satin Black (#7777) is almost a perfect match for the correct chassis black. Two coats are fairly durable and it sprays and covers beautifully.
Obviously, it's not as durable as powder-coating but there's no way anybody would powder coat every little part,..as you said, too expensive.
Or if you have a gun and compressor, you could purchase one or two of the two-part products from Eastwood that have urethanes and/or epoxies and would last longer,..but again, who's going to rev up the air compressor, measure and mix paint, then clean the gun, for every little chassis part.
Trust me,..rattle cans are found in every top-quality restoration garage.
Obviously, it's not as durable as powder-coating but there's no way anybody would powder coat every little part,..as you said, too expensive.
Or if you have a gun and compressor, you could purchase one or two of the two-part products from Eastwood that have urethanes and/or epoxies and would last longer,..but again, who's going to rev up the air compressor, measure and mix paint, then clean the gun, for every little chassis part.
Trust me,..rattle cans are found in every top-quality restoration garage.
Melting Slicks
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I am a fan of John Deere Blitz Black. It is made by Valspar and is a true Industrial coating. It is available in spray cans and quart/gallon cans at your local dealer. Looks killer as an engine compartment paint as well.
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I actually have some left over from a lawn mower fix I did....might try some of that.
thanks
Instructor
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DO NOT USE RUSTOLEUM !!!!! on frame parts
It will not withstand Gasoline, Anti-freeze, brake fluid, etc. Gas eats rustoleum.
Best bet, spend the extra bucks & get either POR-15 or Eastwood's Products. You'll LOVE yourself for it !
Cruisin' Davey G !
It will not withstand Gasoline, Anti-freeze, brake fluid, etc. Gas eats rustoleum.
Best bet, spend the extra bucks & get either POR-15 or Eastwood's Products. You'll LOVE yourself for it !
Cruisin' Davey G !
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I personally use POR15 on all my parts I can. I then top coat it depending on color desired. For the black stuff I use the POR15 Chassis Black. For stuff that should retain a cast iron look I use Seymour Cast Blast in a can to top coat over the POR15 base.
With POR15 the life of the coating depends on the prep. I blast or grind to clean off most of the rust. Then I follow with their Marine Clean to de-grease the parts and after that apply their Metal Ready, which neutralizes rust and etches the part so the paint bites.
With POR15 the life of the coating depends on the prep. I blast or grind to clean off most of the rust. Then I follow with their Marine Clean to de-grease the parts and after that apply their Metal Ready, which neutralizes rust and etches the part so the paint bites.
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It will not withstand Gasoline, Anti-freeze, brake fluid, etc. Gas eats rustoleum.
going with the rustoleum 7777 and primer....
If there is gas, oil/ brake fluid and antifreeze on my front suspension parts I think there will be more imortant things to worry about other than paint!
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You've obivously never had a radiator hose go on you, while driving. Not saying that it will ever happen, but things DO happen !
But, with all of that said. No matter what finish you put on them, I'm sure, if you take your time & do the job right, these parts will look good for a long time.
Cruisin' Davey G !
Melting Slicks
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I'm getting a quote to powder coat my front suspension parts, however, I'm also thinking about caliper paint in a spray can from VHT for the parts as it's made to withstand high temp and exposure to fluids.
