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Old 08-05-2009, 02:09 PM   #1
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I'm getting ready to restore the frame on my 71 Cheyenne in a few weeks. I'd like to know the correct finish for all the component parts of the chassis,steering, as well as what is supposed to be a natural finish. Can anybody point me in the right direction?
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Old 08-05-2009, 09:41 PM   #2
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Are you looking to factory resto or just close as possible? I know satin black frame paint is a great match to almost all manufactures.
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Old 08-05-2009, 10:44 PM   #3
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As close as I can get it to factory. Ive "blackwashed" frames I have worked on in the past with a spray gun and a gallon of black paint but I'd like to put a little more detail into this one. There is a beautiful 71 on Jeff Lilly Restorations' web site that has given me a few pointers
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Old 08-05-2009, 11:22 PM   #4
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Sem makes a hot rod blac which comes ready to spray just add part A and B it has a nice finish.
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Old 08-06-2009, 08:38 AM   #5
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just go all out and have it media blasted then powder coat it! It will look the balls!
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Old 08-06-2009, 12:36 PM   #6
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Everything you might need can be found here:

http://www.eastwood.com/
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Old 08-07-2009, 12:24 AM   #7
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I live out in the sticks boys there arent any media blasters or powder coaters too close by. I believe I'm gonna blast it in the back yard. Have any of you tried POR-15? How did you like it?
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Old 08-07-2009, 06:06 AM   #8
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Tried it, liked it, would use it again.
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Old 08-07-2009, 05:10 PM   #9
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Did you top coat it? I have a POR 15 brochure I got from the store I buy my paint from and POR claims their product is not UV resistant. Ive never used any before but I did buy a quart and I plan on trying it out on some of the small parts soon..possibly this weekend if I can find a break
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Old 08-07-2009, 05:39 PM   #10
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Yes, thought a top coat was a good idea.
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