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El Campo · 09-27-2011, 09:16 PM

Going to paint the frame before long and was wondering about really good paint. Not interested in Rustoleum or spray bombs (been down that road and they do NOT work in South Texas humidity and rain). POR 15 has never worked well for me on sandblasted metal like the frame will be. Even with their "new metal treatment" it always seems to peel off in spots. (and yes I follow instructions religiously on paint products and know the necessary things to do on POR 15). Any suggestions? Have not ruled out powder coating but would like to paint if possible
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**71blksuper4x4** · 09-27-2011, 11:46 PM

Believe it or not, I am a big believe in getting Tractor/Industrial Paint and hardner from a place like Tractor Supply. You can get it in Semi/Gloss Black or other colors. Stuff seems pretty dang tough as I have used it on frames in the past. The first restoration of my 71' I used POR 15 with all the required steps and it peeled bad. I sandblast my frames now and spray what Tractor Supply has on the shelf $20-30. Just some Oil Enamel Primer, and spray color mixed with Hardner. Has held up better than POR15 for me. We have bad humidity in KS too. Trevor

BigDan3131 · 09-28-2011, 07:21 AM

I've posted it before, its a great paint called Hammerite.

Here:http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydep...FRM6gwodnXY_ww

If you plan to spray it with a gun I use Acetone to thin it.

El Campo · 09-28-2011, 04:25 PM

It WOULD make sense that an industrial coating like something from TSC would work, after all tractors and equipment are always outside and work harder than most of our trucks ever will. Hmm I will sure think about doing that.

mbgmike · 10-01-2011, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BigDan3131

I've posted it before, its a great paint called Hammerite.

Here:http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydep...FRM6gwodnXY_ww

If you plan to spray it with a gun I use Acetone to thin it.

We use Hammerite a lot for chassis's and roll cages, just watch where you spray it. its best to do it outside. thats what i would use

El Campo · 10-01-2011, 06:20 PM

Is that Hammerite ok to use over sandblasted metal? And there is no primer? How does it hold up? Also I plan on spraying with a gun, Is one quart enough or would a SWB frame require 2?
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mbgmike · 10-02-2011, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by El Campo

Is that Hammerite ok to use over sandblasted metal? And there is no primer? How does it hold up? Also I plan on spraying with a gun, Is one quart enough or would a SWB frame require 2?
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we spray it right over blasted metal .I would get at least two quarts

HeavyMetalChevy · 10-04-2011, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Believe it or not, I am a big believe in getting Tractor/Industrial Paint and hardner from a place like Tractor Supply. You can get it in Semi/Gloss Black or other colors. Stuff seems pretty dang tough as I have used it on frames in the past. The first restoration of my 71' I used POR 15 with all the required steps and it peeled bad. I sandblast my frames now and spray what Tractor Supply has on the shelf $20-30. Just some Oil Enamel Primer, and spray color mixed with Hardner. Has held up better than POR15 for me. We have bad humidity in KS too. Trevor

USE THESE PAINTS!!! I have also used POR-15 but never had problems in southern Indiana where it is usually quite humid as well... That said... PRICE!!! TSC tractor paints are literally tough as tractors and they last... And the price is awesome!!!

BurgerMan · 01-19-2014, 06:27 PM

Digging up an old thread here....

El campo how did you end up painting the frame and how did it hold up? Looks like it's been almost 3 years. I'm looking to do the same thing now.

Also, is this the same product? http://www.kilz.com/hammerite/v/inde...008a05d103RCRD

BigDan3131 · 01-20-2014, 05:01 AM

Yes it is.

kaycee · 01-20-2014, 11:37 AM

I am going to do a frame with the tractor paint,they have no primer do I use primer.I have some Rustoleum industrial primer is that OK to use

cg285 · 01-20-2014, 12:40 PM

ppg (and others) makes an industrial epoxy primer that is reasonably priced.
called " commercial performance coatings"
primer # epx-908
they also have a compatible enamel top coat

bluebulletk10 · 01-24-2014, 05:29 PM

So what paint did you end up using on the frame?

09-27-2011, 09:16 PM	#1
El Campo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: El Campo, Tx Posts: 1,246	Best frame paint? Going to paint the frame before long and was wondering about really good paint. Not interested in Rustoleum or spray bombs (been down that road and they do NOT work in South Texas humidity and rain). POR 15 has never worked well for me on sandblasted metal like the frame will be. Even with their "new metal treatment" it always seems to peel off in spots. (and yes I follow instructions religiously on paint products and know the necessary things to do on POR 15). Any suggestions? Have not ruled out powder coating but would like to paint if possible Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 Chevy blue LWB, 99% original Oklahoma truck, 28,000 miles 72 Chevy SWB: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486626 (Attempt/Mistake #2) 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide with 2007 Street Bob front end 2000 Ford F350 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB, 310,000 miles running great (STOLEN St. Patricks Day 2014 AND NEVER RECOVERED) 2002 Ford F250 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB (To replace stolen one) Hook em Horns!!!

09-27-2011, 11:46 PM	#2
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,151	Re: Best frame paint? Believe it or not, I am a big believe in getting Tractor/Industrial Paint and hardner from a place like Tractor Supply. You can get it in Semi/Gloss Black or other colors. Stuff seems pretty dang tough as I have used it on frames in the past. The first restoration of my 71' I used POR 15 with all the required steps and it peeled bad. I sandblast my frames now and spray what Tractor Supply has on the shelf $20-30. Just some Oil Enamel Primer, and spray color mixed with Hardner. Has held up better than POR15 for me. We have bad humidity in KS too. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

09-28-2011, 07:21 AM	#3
BigDan3131 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Maple Valley, WA Posts: 1,913	Re: Best frame paint? I've posted it before, its a great paint called Hammerite. Here:http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydep...FRM6gwodnXY_ww If you plan to spray it with a gun I use Acetone to thin it.

09-28-2011, 04:25 PM	#4
El Campo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: El Campo, Tx Posts: 1,246	Re: Best frame paint? It WOULD make sense that an industrial coating like something from TSC would work, after all tractors and equipment are always outside and work harder than most of our trucks ever will. Hmm I will sure think about doing that. __________________ 72 Chevy blue LWB, 99% original Oklahoma truck, 28,000 miles 72 Chevy SWB: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486626 (Attempt/Mistake #2) 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide with 2007 Street Bob front end 2000 Ford F350 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB, 310,000 miles running great (STOLEN St. Patricks Day 2014 AND NEVER RECOVERED) 2002 Ford F250 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB (To replace stolen one) Hook em Horns!!!

10-01-2011, 06:20 PM	#6
El Campo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: El Campo, Tx Posts: 1,246	Re: Best frame paint? Is that Hammerite ok to use over sandblasted metal? And there is no primer? How does it hold up? Also I plan on spraying with a gun, Is one quart enough or would a SWB frame require 2? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 Chevy blue LWB, 99% original Oklahoma truck, 28,000 miles 72 Chevy SWB: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486626 (Attempt/Mistake #2) 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Superglide with 2007 Street Bob front end 2000 Ford F350 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB, 310,000 miles running great (STOLEN St. Patricks Day 2014 AND NEVER RECOVERED) 2002 Ford F250 Powerstroke 4WD CCLB (To replace stolen one) Hook em Horns!!! Last edited by El Campo; 10-01-2011 at 09:30 PM.

01-19-2014, 06:27 PM	#9
BurgerMan Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: West Lafayette, IN Posts: 49	Re: Best frame paint? Digging up an old thread here.... El campo how did you end up painting the frame and how did it hold up? Looks like it's been almost 3 years. I'm looking to do the same thing now. Also, is this the same product? http://www.kilz.com/hammerite/v/inde...008a05d103RCRD __________________ 1977 Chevy K20 1959 Chevy Apache 3200

01-20-2014, 05:01 AM	#10
BigDan3131 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Maple Valley, WA Posts: 1,913	Re: Best frame paint? Yes it is. __________________ Custom Painter/Restoration Specialist 1965 GMC 3/4 Ton LB SOLD? 1964 Chevy El Camino in full restoration 1991 Chevy S10 288K+ miles 2nd Owner SOLD 2020 RAM 1500 Warlock

01-20-2014, 11:37 AM	#11
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,445	Re: Best frame paint? I am going to do a frame with the tractor paint,they have no primer do I use primer.I have some Rustoleum industrial primer is that OK to use __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327

01-20-2014, 12:40 PM	#12
cg285 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: sumterville, florida Posts: 914	Re: Best frame paint? ppg (and others) makes an industrial epoxy primer that is reasonably priced. called " commercial performance coatings" primer # epx-908 they also have a compatible enamel top coat

01-24-2014, 05:29 PM	#13
bluebulletk10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: ithaca new york Posts: 43	Re: Best frame paint? So what paint did you end up using on the frame?



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