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sameyrasmea72 · 06-13-2007, 01:41 PM

I listed this here because I knew it would get a better response than in the paint section. I am getting ready to paint my frame and the guy at the paint store doesn't know "come here from sick em".

I am looking for the best/ most correct color for GM semi-gloss of semi-flat(what ever you call it) black. I guess for simplicity I will paint the frame, core support, inner fenders, ect. all the same color.

Does anybody have any suggestion on the type of paint as well as any codes or numbers for the correct GM black. Thanks in Advance ..........Jason

kbs71 · 06-13-2007, 01:49 PM

Check Eastwood. their chassis black should be either the duplicate of GM or close enough.
http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...10&iSubCat=415

cdowns · 06-13-2007, 02:16 PM

just about any auto paint supply store carries chassis black it's about as close as you'll get and most chain autoparts store carry it in spray cans either way you wont need to pay shipping and can buy local

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 06-13-2007, 03:20 PM

Here is the real deal. This is what GM uses for frames under hood, inner fenders etc. When I was restoring Corvettes this is the only paint that I used period! This was available through Gm Dealers or Corvette suppliers such as Zip Products, Ecklers, Corvette America or pretty much any supplier of Corvette parts. Do not let them talk you into a black paint that has the consistency of under coating. Settle for nothing less then this paint with this label.

esll.

Ram-Man · 06-13-2007, 05:30 PM

I used martin senour chassis black. I think it is a glossier than the original but it turned out good. You could use any satin black automotive paint and it would look great.

Mt Man Chad · 06-13-2007, 05:50 PM

Eastwood Chassis Black, Looks Great like original and goes on easy!

**JJorgensen52** · 06-13-2007, 06:18 PM

2 pictures and a word
Powdercoat

you can do a lower gloss than I did, but it is 50x more durable than paint is and it's a lot easier to clean
Little more work to do, but worth it in the end

RACINJASON22 · 06-14-2007, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

Here is the real deal. This is what GM uses for frames under hood, inner fenders etc. When I was restoring Corvettes this is the only paint that I used period! This was available through Gm Dealers or Corvette suppliers such as Zip Products, Ecklers, Corvette America or pretty much any supplier of Corvette parts. Do not let them talk you into a black paint that has the consistency of under coating. Settle for nothing less then this paint with this label.

esll.

I think EAST SIDE LOW LIFE hit the nail on the head here. That is probably the best there is.

You can get alot that is close but this stuff is it.

RJ22...

sameyrasmea72 · 06-14-2007, 08:04 AM

Thanks for all the comments. I Like the idea of the GM stuff too. I'll Look around and see if i can find it locally.

06-13-2007, 01:41 PM	#1
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	Need advice on painting frame! I listed this here because I knew it would get a better response than in the paint section. I am getting ready to paint my frame and the guy at the paint store doesn't know "come here from sick em". I am looking for the best/ most correct color for GM semi-gloss of semi-flat(what ever you call it) black. I guess for simplicity I will paint the frame, core support, inner fenders, ect. all the same color. Does anybody have any suggestion on the type of paint as well as any codes or numbers for the correct GM black. Thanks in Advance ..........Jason __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 80 Silverado Blazer 2wd

06-13-2007, 01:49 PM	#2
kbs71 71 rustless in texas Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 257	Re: Need advice on painting frame! Check Eastwood. their chassis black should be either the duplicate of GM or close enough. http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...10&iSubCat=415 __________________ "The secret to creativity is knowing how to hide your sources." "No one really listens to anyone else, and if you try it for a while you'll see why" 71 C-10 LWB presently in a perpetual state of disassembly '96 Toyota (my work car) '04 Mustang Convertable (wife's car & other money pit) Latest aquesition and why my trucks still in the garage covered with junk.. 2010 Aqua Blue metallic 6 speed Manual LS3 2SS/RS Camaro (I want one of these in my truck FAQ here VENDORS here SUPPORT THE BOARD here My second favorite SITE

06-13-2007, 02:16 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Need advice on painting frame! just about any auto paint supply store carries chassis black it's about as close as you'll get and most chain autoparts store carry it in spray cans either way you wont need to pay shipping and can buy local __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-13-2007, 03:20 PM	#4
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: Need advice on painting frame! Here is the real deal. This is what GM uses for frames under hood, inner fenders etc. When I was restoring Corvettes this is the only paint that I used period! This was available through Gm Dealers or Corvette suppliers such as Zip Products, Ecklers, Corvette America or pretty much any supplier of Corvette parts. Do not let them talk you into a black paint that has the consistency of under coating. Settle for nothing less then this paint with this label. esll. Attached Images __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member) Last edited by EAST SIDE LOW LIFE; 06-14-2007 at 01:12 AM.

06-13-2007, 05:30 PM	#5
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: Need advice on painting frame! I used martin senour chassis black. I think it is a glossier than the original but it turned out good. You could use any satin black automotive paint and it would look great. Attached Images __________________ Porterbuilt 8 Lugger http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691739

06-13-2007, 05:50 PM	#6
Mt Man Chad Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oakridge Oregon Posts: 1,865	Re: Need advice on painting frame! Eastwood Chassis Black, Looks Great like original and goes on easy!

06-13-2007, 06:18 PM	#7
JJorgensen52 Simple? What's simple? Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Southeast CT Posts: 1,472	Re: Need advice on painting frame! 2 pictures and a word Powdercoat you can do a lower gloss than I did, but it is 50x more durable than paint is and it's a lot easier to clean Little more work to do, but worth it in the end __________________ CURRENT '50 GMC 100 shortbed Gen IV 4.8 LS - 4L65E (Secret truck, Shhh!!!) Build '63 Buick Wildcat Coupe 401ci Nailhead (Very much in pieces) Photos '66 Impala SS convertible 327-QJet-glide (4 speed swap one of these days...) Photos '69 CST/10 4x4 SWB Stepper 350 2bbl - NV4500/NP241C (Broken Truck!) '72 Sierra Grande 2WD LWB fleetside 350-TH350 Refresh '99 K2500 Silverado RCLB 5.7 Vortec - NV4500/NP241C (Daily) '99 K2500 Suburban 7.4 Vortec - NV4500/NP246 (still working out the bugs) SOLD '71 Custom/10 2WD LWB fleetside - '72 GMC K/3500 Dually (Sold to redryder) Last edited by JJorgensen52; 06-13-2007 at 06:19 PM.

06-14-2007, 08:04 AM	#9
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	Re: Need advice on painting frame! Thanks for all the comments. I Like the idea of the GM stuff too. I'll Look around and see if i can find it locally. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 80 Silverado Blazer 2wd



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