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09-27-2014, 11:55 PM
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How to retain original looking paint
I'm in the process of restoring my 1972 k20 4X4, The original color was Willow Green. I'm not interested in a 'Rat Truck", rather I want a truck I can still use as a ranch truck and at the same time be proud of her looks and keep her from rusting away. Any ideas are welcome and I hope this is not a stupid question.
Sincerest Thanks as always, John |
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09-28-2014, 12:25 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
Not a stupid question at all. Here's a thought, but verify before you try it. Go over the hood and any other surface-rusted areas with CLR and a scotch brite pad. It should remove the worst of the rust and leave a nice patina. Then clear coat the truck to keep it from rusting any more. Pretty sure this has been covered in threads here already -- a search might find more info. If I run across it I'll post a link.
Edit: Here's what I was thinking of http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=447159 There are more pics. I just had to post this one.
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09-28-2014, 12:43 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
If you try this on your truck take some before and aft pics and post them on here. I forgot about that CLR thing and I just bought a truck with lots of surface rust so I'm gonna try it too.
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09-28-2014, 01:14 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
My sincerest thanks to both of you. I love the CLR & clear coat idea. Hopefully I can get a mat finish versus glossy
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09-28-2014, 05:26 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
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09-28-2014, 08:00 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
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09-28-2014, 09:09 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
CLR, Thanks for posting.
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09-28-2014, 09:52 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
Wow, learned something today! Thanks
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09-28-2014, 10:28 AM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
Not sure a wax/buff would work for you but it sure brought the OEM paint back to life on the GMC I recently purchased (more pics here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6804897)
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09-28-2014, 03:23 PM
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Re: How to retain original looking paint
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