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Fhunter1 · 01-31-2016, 04:23 PM

A quick question for the experts.

I am getting ready to paint a replacement panel that goes over the grille and radiator.

How were these painted originally? The one I will use obviously had some over spray from a repaint. The one I am replacing is in the same situation (plus a large dent

).

At any rate, I seem to remember that these were black from the factory. Is the panel all black or was part of it painted body color?

Assuming it was all black, can someone recommend a spray can that is close to or matches the factory black?

Thanks in advance.

walkerb · 01-31-2016, 05:52 PM

Black from the factory

**old Rusty C10** · 01-31-2016, 06:07 PM

I tend to use the rustoleum spray paints Matte black or gloss black whichever you prefer

**N2TRUX** · 01-31-2016, 09:37 PM

Krylon Satin black will give you a nice factory fresh look. This looks almost glossy, but it will cure out with a nice satin finish.

Fhunter1 · 01-31-2016, 10:29 PM

Thanks guys

Tilt · 01-31-2016, 10:54 PM

I used the John Deere Blitz Black on my engine compartment and liked it a lot. Not too glossy, but not a real flat look either. Seemed to be real close to what the original paint looked like.

Fhunter1 · 02-09-2016, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tilt

I used the John Deere Blitz Black on my engine compartment and liked it a lot. Not too glossy, but not a real flat look either. Seemed to be real close to what the original paint looked like.

Any idea where I might find that in a spray can?

JWall · 02-09-2016, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fhunter1

Any idea where I might find that in a spray can?

John Deere Tractor Supply Stores

I like the sheen of Blitz black a lot & have used it on several pieces.

You just might research the ongoing debate about being able to paint over Blitz with anything different in the future without striping it down.

homemade87 · 02-09-2016, 03:47 PM

I use the SEM product trim black in a spray . It has as close to the factory color as I have found . Also I have found that it holds its color pretty good . Lays down and dries pretty quick as well . I get mine at the local paint store or order it on line when I am placing a order . Some of the local parts store may have it . The part # is 39143 .

blazer2007 · 02-10-2016, 12:34 PM

I,ve been using Mar-hyde satin bumper spray bombs on my stuff for years and it really holds up well and has a nice semi gloss satin look.

01-31-2016, 04:23 PM	#1
Fhunter1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Oakland Twp, MI Posts: 37	Paint for radiator panel A quick question for the experts. I am getting ready to paint a replacement panel that goes over the grille and radiator. How were these painted originally? The one I will use obviously had some over spray from a repaint. The one I am replacing is in the same situation (plus a large dent ). At any rate, I seem to remember that these were black from the factory. Is the panel all black or was part of it painted body color? Assuming it was all black, can someone recommend a spray can that is close to or matches the factory black? Thanks in advance. __________________ Frank 1980 C10 Stepside 2013 Jeep JKU MOAB edition 1963 VW Type1 (Beetle) 1956 Chevy 210 Delray sedan

01-31-2016, 05:52 PM	#2
walkerb Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 831	Re: Paint for radiator panel Black from the factory __________________ 1973 k20 Suburban 350 1974 Custom stepside c-10 250 1975 Chevy stepside 454 1986 K30 Crewcab SRW 350 R.I.P- glimmertwin01- board member and good friend, you will be missed

01-31-2016, 06:07 PM	#3
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: Paint for radiator panel I tend to use the rustoleum spray paints Matte black or gloss black whichever you prefer __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

01-31-2016, 09:37 PM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Paint for radiator panel Krylon Satin black will give you a nice factory fresh look. This looks almost glossy, but it will cure out with a nice satin finish. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-31-2016, 10:29 PM	#5
Fhunter1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Oakland Twp, MI Posts: 37	Re: Paint for radiator panel Thanks guys __________________ Frank 1980 C10 Stepside 2013 Jeep JKU MOAB edition 1963 VW Type1 (Beetle) 1956 Chevy 210 Delray sedan

01-31-2016, 10:54 PM	#6
Tilt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dayton, TX Posts: 335	Re: Paint for radiator panel I used the John Deere Blitz Black on my engine compartment and liked it a lot. Not too glossy, but not a real flat look either. Seemed to be real close to what the original paint looked like. __________________ '83 Silverado Step Side '85 GMC short bed. '86 Chevy Step Side Custom Deluxe LQ9/4L80 swap (SOLD)

02-09-2016, 03:47 PM	#9
homemade87 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guntersville Alabama Posts: 1,073	Re: Paint for radiator panel I use the SEM product trim black in a spray . It has as close to the factory color as I have found . Also I have found that it holds its color pretty good . Lays down and dries pretty quick as well . I get mine at the local paint store or order it on line when I am placing a order . Some of the local parts store may have it . The part # is 39143 .

02-10-2016, 12:34 PM	#10
blazer2007 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: vernon b.c. Posts: 3,022	Re: Paint for radiator panel I,ve been using Mar-hyde satin bumper spray bombs on my stuff for years and it really holds up well and has a nice semi gloss satin look.



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