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72swb4me · 06-13-2005, 12:33 PM

I found a '72 swb custom deluxe project. It does not have a motor/tranny in it currently, so I want to get in there and clean up all the rust on frame and other metal pieces. I was planning on sanding the rust off my self (electric circular sander when possible) and then using a zero-rust spray on it, then a black flat paint. Is this the best way to go, or does anyone have a better suggestion?

Liftedassdodge · 06-13-2005, 12:37 PM

meida blasting is probably the best way

**Palf70Step** · 06-13-2005, 12:39 PM

It is as good as any of them. I did mine with rust convertor and Rustolium. Which ever coating method you use, just make sure you clean off everything the very best you can before you apply your protective coating. Sounds like your doing like me, not a frame off, so get the wire brushes and drill roto wheels and get er done. It'll look good when you are finished.

lloyd k · 06-13-2005, 12:42 PM

it looks pretty clean,im in the process right now on mine -im doing it in steps-allot of elbow greace

GloryHound · 06-13-2005, 01:39 PM

I'm doing the frame off route right now with mine and media blasting is the way I'm going for cleaning up the parts. I might be done in 10-15 years at the rate it seems it is going. For me working on my truck is my down time between work and the honey do list. I'm also building my truck to trailer around a 63 impala SS convertable. I want to be able to put the truck in the show right beside the 63' so I don't have vehicles parked all over.

tomatocity · 06-13-2005, 02:27 PM

Does it have PS? Looks like it has the good stuff. Tilt wheel? Nice hub caps. Excellent deal and you now know what you will be doing for the next whatever months.

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Originally Posted by 72swb4me

I found a '72 swb custom deluxe project. It does not have a motor/tranny in it currently, so I want to get in there and clean up all the rust on frame and other metal pieces. I was planning on sanding the rust off my self (electric circular sander when possible) and then using a zero-rust spray on it, then a black flat paint. Is this the best way to go, or does anyone have a better suggestion?

67ChevyRedneck · 06-13-2005, 02:54 PM

Haven't used it myself, but I have heard a lot of good things about POR-15. You can put it on with a brush. I think I'm gonna use it on my frame if I ever get to it.... Maybe someone who has used it will reply......

Blue4x4 · 06-13-2005, 02:59 PM

I like por-15. I have used it on my frame and other parts. It is expensive, but worth it.

72swb4me · 06-13-2005, 05:10 PM

Tomatocity, yep, it does have PS. If you are interested in the hub caps, then PM me an offer. I was going to take them to a swap meet next month in Ft. Worth.

Everyone, thanks for the advice. I think I am going to look into this por-15 stuff.

1978steven · 06-13-2005, 06:56 PM

Nice SWB, where you located 72?

tomatocity · 06-13-2005, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

Haven't used it myself, but I have heard a lot of good things about POR-15. You can put it on with a brush. I think I'm gonna use it on my frame if I ever get to it.... Maybe someone who has used it will reply......

I used POR-15 on a 1962 Impala SS and I guess it worked since I never saw any rust again. POR stands for Paint On Rust so if you are going to use it don't clean the surface before painting it on. A friend painted a non-rusty frame for a Model T and all he had was an expensive paint job. The POR-15 bonds to the surface using the rust as part of the bonding material. As POR says 'rust don't sleep'.

tomatocity · 06-13-2005, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 72swb4me

Tomatocity, yep, it does have PS. If you are interested in the hub caps, then PM me an offer. I was going to take them to a swap meet next month in Ft. Worth.

Everyone, thanks for the advice. I think I am going to look into this por-15 stuff.

No don't sell the hubcaps! Those are great wall ornaments. Guess have been single to long.

72swb4me · 06-14-2005, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 1978steven

Nice SWB, where you located 72?

I am in Dallas.

72swb4me · 06-14-2005, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

It is as good as any of them. I did mine with rust convertor and Rustolium. Which ever coating method you use, just make sure you clean off everything the very best you can before you apply your protective coating. Sounds like your doing like me, not a frame off, so get the wire brushes and drill roto wheels and get er done. It'll look good when you are finished.

Yes, I want to do exactly what you have done to your truck. What kind of rust converter did you use. Is this a rattle-can spray on? Did you use black gloss Rustolium or some special kind?

72swb4me · 07-12-2005, 10:59 AM

Well, I got in there and cleaned up the area for the engine to go in. I used engine cleaner and wire brush to knock off all the mudd and crudd. Then I sprayed on rust-oleum rust reformer, and topped that with rust-oleum satin enamel finish. Once I get engine in I am going to move it home and start taking everything else off, and restoring the same way.

**Palf70Step** · 07-12-2005, 01:46 PM

Very Nice!!!!!

panhandler62 · 07-12-2005, 02:00 PM

looking good|!

krue · 07-12-2005, 02:30 PM

Joe67 · 07-12-2005, 02:40 PM

Great progress

Rokcrln · 07-12-2005, 08:24 PM

If it were me (and it has been many times) I would go for the por 15 in a chassie black. My self I clean all the rust off that wants to come off first. What you do not want is a clean shiny frame. Por 15 recomends if you are using it on new metal to let it surface first then paint it. Trust me this work great. The last 4x4 trailer I built got the por 15 treatment but not until I hosed the frame off each morning before work for a few days! Yes it is expensive but it goes a long way. Just make sure you do not get it on your skin or it will take a few weeks to wear off

Kevin

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-12-2005, 09:42 PM

Very nice score... Congrats....

06-13-2005, 12:33 PM	#1
72swb4me Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 90	I finally have it, my '72 swb project I found a '72 swb custom deluxe project. It does not have a motor/tranny in it currently, so I want to get in there and clean up all the rust on frame and other metal pieces. I was planning on sanding the rust off my self (electric circular sander when possible) and then using a zero-rust spray on it, then a black flat paint. Is this the best way to go, or does anyone have a better suggestion? Attached Images

06-13-2005, 12:39 PM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	It is as good as any of them. I did mine with rust convertor and Rustolium. Which ever coating method you use, just make sure you clean off everything the very best you can before you apply your protective coating. Sounds like your doing like me, not a frame off, so get the wire brushes and drill roto wheels and get er done. It'll look good when you are finished. __________________ 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! Last edited by Palf70Step; 06-13-2005 at 12:40 PM.

06-13-2005, 02:54 PM	#7
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Haven't used it myself, but I have heard a lot of good things about POR-15. You can put it on with a brush. I think I'm gonna use it on my frame if I ever get to it.... Maybe someone who has used it will reply...... __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

06-13-2005, 06:56 PM	#10
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07-12-2005, 10:59 AM	#15
72swb4me Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 90	I did some work Well, I got in there and cleaned up the area for the engine to go in. I used engine cleaner and wire brush to knock off all the mudd and crudd. Then I sprayed on rust-oleum rust reformer, and topped that with rust-oleum satin enamel finish. Once I get engine in I am going to move it home and start taking everything else off, and restoring the same way. Attached Images

06-13-2005, 12:37 PM	#2
Liftedassdodge The Stunt Guy Join Date: May 2003 Location: Danville, ca Posts: 131	meida blasting is probably the best way

06-13-2005, 12:42 PM	#4
lloyd k Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: columbus,ohio Posts: 201	it looks pretty clean,im in the process right now on mine -im doing it in steps-allot of elbow greace

06-13-2005, 01:39 PM	#5
GloryHound Working on a Nova. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: ## Posts: 506	I'm doing the frame off route right now with mine and media blasting is the way I'm going for cleaning up the parts. I might be done in 10-15 years at the rate it seems it is going. For me working on my truck is my down time between work and the honey do list. I'm also building my truck to trailer around a 63 impala SS convertable. I want to be able to put the truck in the show right beside the 63' so I don't have vehicles parked all over.

06-13-2005, 02:59 PM	#8
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	I like por-15. I have used it on my frame and other parts. It is expensive, but worth it.

06-13-2005, 05:10 PM	#9
72swb4me Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 90	Tomatocity, yep, it does have PS. If you are interested in the hub caps, then PM me an offer. I was going to take them to a swap meet next month in Ft. Worth. Everyone, thanks for the advice. I think I am going to look into this por-15 stuff.

07-12-2005, 01:46 PM	#16
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Very Nice!!!!! __________________ 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!

07-12-2005, 02:00 PM	#17
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,763	looking good\|!

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Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Great progress __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

07-12-2005, 08:24 PM	#20
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	If it were me (and it has been many times) I would go for the por 15 in a chassie black. My self I clean all the rust off that wants to come off first. What you do not want is a clean shiny frame. Por 15 recomends if you are using it on new metal to let it surface first then paint it. Trust me this work great. The last 4x4 trailer I built got the por 15 treatment but not until I hosed the frame off each morning before work for a few days! Yes it is expensive but it goes a long way. Just make sure you do not get it on your skin or it will take a few weeks to wear off Kevin



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07-12-2005, 09:42 PM	#21
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Very nice score... Congrats.... __________________ 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..

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