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Mister laugh · 07-04-2008, 12:43 AM

Well i have some pictures for you guys. I bought a new camera, and decided to try it out. A also wanted to ask what the best way to remove the oxidation from my paint is. (best being the least amount of work). I tried to use mothers cleaner wax on the hood and it took several hours, and gave me mediocre results. Without further delay here are the pictures.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-04-2008, 01:38 AM

Thanks for postinin some pics looks like you have pertty nice truck..

**Palf70Step** · 07-04-2008, 08:05 AM

Nice looking truck!

ChevLoRay · 07-04-2008, 08:50 AM

If the paint is original, or even if it isn't, restoring any semblance of a gloss may be difficult. If a rubbing compound, red cuts more than white, doesn't bring back the shine, i.e., get rid of the oxidation, then a more serious approach may be taken. I think (and surely there are others who will know) that using some 1500, or 2000-grit wet/dry paper on a test portion of the finish will tell you what will work and what won't. It would have to be done with the paint wetted with water, and a light rubbing to expose the un-oxidized paint, but it's quite possible that the paint may be too weathered, too old, too thin, to buff out like you would like for it to do.

The years in the sun and other contaminants are tough on skin and paint. If it was repainted and the paint is thin, there's little else you could expect from it.

Mister laugh · 07-04-2008, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevLoRay

If the paint is original, or even if it isn't, restoring any semblance of a gloss may be difficult. If a rubbing compound, red cuts more than white, doesn't bring back the shine, i.e., get rid of the oxidation, then a more serious approach may be taken. I think (and surely there are others who will know) that using some 1500, or 2000-grit wet/dry paper on a test portion of the finish will tell you what will work and what won't. It would have to be done with the paint wetted with water, and a light rubbing to expose the un-oxidized paint, but it's quite possible that the paint may be too weathered, too old, too thin, to buff out like you would like for it to do.

The years in the sun and other contaminants are tough on skin and paint. If it was repainted and the paint is thin, there's little else you could expect from it.

The paint is original. I have done the hood very quickly with mother's cleaner wax, and it produced somewhat satisfactory results, i was just hoping to do it in less than 3 hours per panel, and then possibly build a few layers of wax onto that so that it is easier to wash, and wax regularly. I think i will just invest in a cheap polisher and hit the whole truck with a cleaner wax and see what that does.

PanelDeland · 07-04-2008, 08:46 AM

I have had good results just cleaner/waxing the crap out of one.It takes a lot of work but the truck I did looked much better.I now own a cheap buffer for that so i think i could do one much quicker.IIRC it took me about 3 cases of beer.

**special-K** · 07-04-2008, 09:22 AM

I used Turtle Wax Liquid Clay Bar on my white truck and it came out nice with about as much effort as wax.I guess just more care to rub every spot equally.I never wax that carefully.

thirdstreettito · 07-04-2008, 11:51 AM

Good looking truck!

PanelDeland · 07-04-2008, 02:46 PM

I think I gave $29.95 for mine on special at Sears.It was several years ago and it is a slow speed for non pro's.You would have to use a heavy cutting compound and work at it to break thru if the paint is decent.

Livrat · 07-04-2008, 02:56 PM

I have found for a "quicky clean and polish" I use a product made by turtrle wax called "color back" it can be found in the waxes at your local auto parts store, You just wipe it on, then use a clean towel to wipe it off.. for me it has worked great!

Amazon.com: Turtle Wax T270R Color Back Finish...

sleepertruck72 · 07-04-2008, 03:41 PM

Nice truck mister laugh
It may just be me but it looks like you had a cable or wire hanging low by the rear end of your heavy Chevy

thirdstreettito · 07-04-2008, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by sleepertruck72

Nice truck mister laugh
It may just be me but it looks like you had a cable or wire hanging low by the rear end of your heavy Chevy

It must be me too. lol

Mister laugh · 07-05-2008, 12:14 AM

That would be my awesome e-brake cable.

07-04-2008, 12:43 AM	#1
Mister laugh Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 423	Pictures for you guys Well i have some pictures for you guys. I bought a new camera, and decided to try it out. A also wanted to ask what the best way to remove the oxidation from my paint is. (best being the least amount of work). I tried to use mothers cleaner wax on the hood and it took several hours, and gave me mediocre results. Without further delay here are the pictures.

07-04-2008, 01:38 AM	#2
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Pictures for you guys Thanks for postinin some pics looks like you have pertty nice truck.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-04-2008, 08:05 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: Pictures for you guys Nice looking truck! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

07-04-2008, 08:50 AM	#4
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Pictures for you guys If the paint is original, or even if it isn't, restoring any semblance of a gloss may be difficult. If a rubbing compound, red cuts more than white, doesn't bring back the shine, i.e., get rid of the oxidation, then a more serious approach may be taken. I think (and surely there are others who will know) that using some 1500, or 2000-grit wet/dry paper on a test portion of the finish will tell you what will work and what won't. It would have to be done with the paint wetted with water, and a light rubbing to expose the un-oxidized paint, but it's quite possible that the paint may be too weathered, too old, too thin, to buff out like you would like for it to do. The years in the sun and other contaminants are tough on skin and paint. If it was repainted and the paint is thin, there's little else you could expect from it. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

07-04-2008, 08:46 AM	#6
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Pictures for you guys I have had good results just cleaner/waxing the crap out of one.It takes a lot of work but the truck I did looked much better.I now own a cheap buffer for that so i think i could do one much quicker.IIRC it took me about 3 cases of beer. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

07-04-2008, 09:22 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Pictures for you guys I used Turtle Wax Liquid Clay Bar on my white truck and it came out nice with about as much effort as wax.I guess just more care to rub every spot equally.I never wax that carefully. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-04-2008, 11:51 AM	#8
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Pictures for you guys Good looking truck! __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

07-04-2008, 02:46 PM	#9
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Pictures for you guys I think I gave $29.95 for mine on special at Sears.It was several years ago and it is a slow speed for non pro's.You would have to use a heavy cutting compound and work at it to break thru if the paint is decent. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

07-04-2008, 02:56 PM	#10
Livrat Member #1049 Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Troy Montana Posts: 3,940	Re: Pictures for you guys I have found for a "quicky clean and polish" I use a product made by turtrle wax called "color back" it can be found in the waxes at your local auto parts store, You just wipe it on, then use a clean towel to wipe it off.. for me it has worked great! Amazon.com: Turtle Wax T270R Color Back Finish... Last edited by Livrat; 07-04-2008 at 02:57 PM.

07-04-2008, 03:41 PM	#11
sleepertruck72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Turlock California 95380 Posts: 2,075	Re: Pictures for you guys Nice truck mister laugh It may just be me but it looks like you had a cable or wire hanging low by the rear end of your heavy Chevy __________________ 72 C20 Longbed 05 1500 Z71

07-05-2008, 12:14 AM	#13
Mister laugh Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 423	Re: Pictures for you guys That would be my awesome e-brake cable.



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