IN 5 consoles...various stages ALL SOLID!!!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by PT'S 70 CST

I would not touch these with sand paper and why would you use plastic adhesion promoter on molded fiberglass ?


PT

Because fiberglass is plastic...lol a.k.a. glass fiber-reinforced plastic, or GFRP..Different strokes for different folks I suppose...

[PT'S 70 CST]

What is lol. I am just trying to understand where you get your theory from. I have done over 100 of these so you will not hurt my feelings lol.

PT

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by PT'S 70 CST

What is lol. I am just trying to understand where you get your theory from. I have done over 100 of these so you will not hurt my feelings lol.

PT

Yeah I am just having fun... I was saying to lightly sand to make uniform surface before painting if not stripping completely down... I have talked to plenty of people about these consoles man.. I am sure you have perfected your technique...I was merely trying to answer the member's question.. .If you have a better answer feel free to chime in...Thanks!!!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

saddle cupholder style console sold to dwalt14... please say the magic words "I will take it" buddy... thanks

Sold out for now... Two Seat belt style left and I am restoring both... THANKS!!!

[special-K]

Originally Posted by Zoomin

Can you post some pix of consoles that you've restored?
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Originally Posted by HeavyMetalChevy

I will once I do my first one... I have been working with sealants and paint for over 10 yrs as a glazier... This includes but not limited to anodized aluminum, composite panel, aluminum panels, metal glad, elastomeric paints, extruded silicone products, two part urethane's, and concrete restoration including epoxy application and injections... I did over 70,000 linear ft. last year (that's about 6 miles) of prep, prime,and shoot... contracted through Miami Correctional Facility in Kokomo, IN... I am more than confident I am capable to produce high quality... I have plenty of available resources and people to complete a more than competent job. I will keep you posted...Thanks for the interest.

Originally Posted by dwalt14

Ok. How hard is it to paint these? I haven't picked a colorful paint yet
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Originally Posted by HeavyMetalChevy

They can be rattle canned with very nice results.. .I shoot mine but just use a quality wax and tar remover....CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN.. .Can not stress that enough.. .If you dont want to strip it then just hit pretty well with fine sand paper and there is no sand primer you can use to make paint stick.. .Also there are plastic adhesion promoters for fairly cheap aerosol...

Do you have pictures now?

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by special-K

Do you have pictures now?

Special-K I assure you... You will be second in line for pics after customer..lol I had my compressor switch, digi camera, and paint gun all take a crap on me last week... Needless to say... it has been pretty sporty around here... I am shooting all my consoles and ordered paint custom for this one... GM Linen White... I did some practice rounds before gun crappage...The color is AWESOME!!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Wait until this baby cures... Curious to see what everyone picks on... lol

[HeavyMetalChevy]

yeah

[VA72C10]

Looks good. So did you primer and paint or bead blast or hand (chemical) strip? I definitely would never hit these with sandpaper either so that confused me too...I try to keep the grain as deep as possible. That's why I prefer chemical strip vs bead blasting also.

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Looks good. So did you primer and paint or bead blast or hand (chemical) strip? I definitely would never hit these with sandpaper either so that confused me too...I try to keep the grain as deep as possible. That's why I prefer chemical strip vs bead blasting also.

I was speaking of the interior tough spots... and I was suggesting to VERY LIGHTLY hit with like 600 grit. This was just meant to be suggestion ONLY for consoles not being stripped and just painted over to achieve max adhesion and uniform surface.. That was all I meant.I was not trying to sabotage the guys project or anything like that.. Now check out the LID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! oh yes chemical strip is the way to go... Messy and painstaking but WOW! Thanks Jonathan

[VA72C10]

great grain on that lid!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

great grain on that lid!

I told you I could do it!!! lol I got my pattern locked in something fierce.. Prob. going to re shoot the bottom... A little on the shiny side... But man I'm flippin' my lid over here! lol Yeah corny I know but I'm gettin' it!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

mah.... one more final shoot and done..

[HeavyMetalChevy]

grain piz-zics

[VA72C10]

grain looks real good. Probably a little on the shiny side like you said...but I'm going to paint the one for my truck to match the truck (shiny paint to match the exterior and interior metal color)...I'm going to take one needing repair and repair it then sand the whole thing smooth and see how it comes out

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

grain looks real good. Probably a little on the shiny side like you said...but I'm going to paint the one for my truck to match the truck (shiny paint to match the exterior and interior metal color)...I'm going to take one needing repair and repair it then sand the whole thing smooth and see how it comes out

Yeah I see you mentioned that idea on your console thread...I bet it will look slick...literally!!! lol I am going to dull the shine if the customer prefers... Just depends on if you want that custom look I guess or sharp original... Its the hardener I used...

[dwalt14]

Got my console in from HeavyMetal Chevy last night. Took a little soap and water to it and id say she cleaned up pretty nice. Quality of the console and the trim pieces are excellent. No rust or pitting in the chrome at all. Definitely would not hesitate to buy anything else from him again! Answered all of my questions. Excellent guy to deal with

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by dwalt14

Got my console in from HeavyMetal Chevy last night. Took a little soap and water to it and id say she cleaned up pretty nice. Quality of the console and the trim pieces are excellent. No rust or pitting in the chrome at all. Definitely would not hesitate to buy anything else from him again! Answered all of my questions. Excellent guy to deal with

Can not thank you enough buddy YOU ROCK! I am glad you enjoy it and are pleased sir... Happy Holidays!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

ashtray... emblem repainted and refurbished

[Artic1212]

Heavy just sent me the pics of the console completed and ready to ship. HOLY COW is that thing beautiful! Can't wait to see it and bolt in my truck. Now only if I could talk the body shop guy hurrying it up but a bit. Thanks Heavy!
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[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by artic1212

heavy just sent me the pics of the console completed and ready to ship. Holy cow is that thing beautiful! Can't wait to see it and bolt in my truck. Now only if i could talk the body shop guy hurrying it up but a bit. Thanks heavy!
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magic!!!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

SWEEET

[m6z]

nice work

[HeavyMetalChevy]

Originally Posted by m6z

nice work

Thanks man...means A LOT!!! I put a lot of time on this first one getting all the details refined for Steve.. He is a great guy! I can't wait to see hie ride!

[HeavyMetalChevy]

3 seatbelt consoles on deck....

One SUPER NICE!!! no holes...Perfect bowtie emblem and nice grain... ashtray and stainless inlay good shape.. Bezel ring needs polished...$175 shpped

Other two have MINOR repair and grain will still match... Will have new billet ashtray/trim inlay... Any color of choice $375 shipped

I also have med. blue original strap/seatbelt holder inserts which rest inside molded console for buckles.. I will include those and paint same color for $400 shipped