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Old 03-12-2021, 04:54 PM   #7
71CHEVYSHORTBED402
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Re: Powder Coating a stock Jack. (When to quit)

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Originally Posted by Accelo View Post
I do it here.
I saved a bunch of funds doing it my self. Using used Eastwood gun and a homemade oven.
If it fits I powder coat it. I spray it outside so I only need a day with out rain and wind.
The largest item I have coated are the trailing arms for the rear of the truck and the inner fenders. I had to do one side at a time because they were my max size.
I started with a toaster oven. Amazing what you can do even with one.
Below is a picture of the hinge I restored.
Almost chrome is the color with black springs. I made a tool to expand the spring while it was being coated so I could get it all coated so it would look right with the hood open.
I am sure the cost of the powder, to do two hinges, was less than $5.
Rick
Looks great


The jack turned out nice too. Not sure how "I'm" finishing mine yet, but my finish guy will talk me into cold Cerakote
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71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C.

I developed an assembly guide (kit) for restoring this truck from the ground up, complete with details including full hardware descriptions. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM. My build thread, with some info. about the assembly kit https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025
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