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YJ_Aaron · 01-01-2017, 07:52 PM

I would like opinions on if I should paint my frame and suspension black or leave rusty? The truck is going to keep its patina which is why I bought it.

So this is my first poll so hopefully it works.

I've added original truck pic and current state for visual reference.

**70cst** · 01-01-2017, 07:56 PM

Good question - I have mixed feeling on this. I will be curious what others say

**HO455** · 01-01-2017, 07:56 PM

The best reason to paint the undercarriage is that it stays cleaner, thus you stay cleaner when it comes time to spin some wrenches.

YJ_Aaron · 01-01-2017, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by HO455

The best reason to paint the undercarriage is that it stays cleaner, thus you stay cleaner when it comes time to spin some wrenches.

I agree, but will that ruin the patina look?

supercheyenne · 01-01-2017, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by YJ_Aaron

I agree, but will that ruin the patina look?

Often the patina look is only the outer sheet metal. Everything else often show quality. This includes engine compartment, frame/suspension, and interior.

But it's your truck! Build it however you want.

**rob32472** · 01-01-2017, 08:04 PM

Paint the chassis. That way when the patina fade is gone you don't have to tear the truck back down,

Coley · 01-01-2017, 08:11 PM

Well let's face it...the patina angle has the outside looking 'weathered' and everything underneath looking barrett jackson.
A little ironic but with the flavor of the day...it is what it is in terms of following trends.
Personally, I would leave it unrestored underneath...but I would clean it extensively to remove mud, dirt, etc.
I think...that is the way most people like to find these trucks prior to the 'patina-izing'.

All Good
Coley

camtoys1 · 01-01-2017, 08:20 PM

If it was mine power wash it and love it

3drburb · 01-01-2017, 08:26 PM

I would paint it only if I were doing a motor swap or painting the original motor. If not, maybe just clean it up.
But I you don't paint it and then add new suspension parts it will look just odd and dirty.
Nice looking truck btw.

**68bowtie** · 01-01-2017, 09:04 PM

i hate bolting a clean or new part to a greasy or rusty part. it's nice to have a fresh platform.

**Grumpy old man** · 01-01-2017, 10:19 PM

Paint it , You've got a vert vette sitting next to it so deep down you know your going to paint the entire truck eventually ? I mean it's like having a hot wife and dating an ugly girlfriend ?

YJ_Aaron · 01-01-2017, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

Paint it , You've got a vert vette sitting next to it so deep down you know your going to paint the entire truck eventually ? I mean it's like having a hot wife and dating an ugly girlfriend ?

That has to be the best logic I've read on here! Tomorrow I'll pressure wash it again and start prepping for painting the frame. It would look odd to have Shiney new parts on that rust.

James the III · 01-02-2017, 04:09 AM

I'd wash it, wire wheel it..
paint it with red oxide primer.. then hit it in spots with some mattie black paint..
then clear it... with a mattie clear..
then add some grease in spots so in time it'll collect the dirt/grease/oil sludge that make your hands black for a week..

But, being in the rustbelt I'll never understand trying to keep rusted look..
I guess it's cool to those that don't have to deal with rusted hardware..

kcsa75 · 01-02-2017, 03:29 PM

I do not understand the attraction to patina. I've driven lots of vehicles with "patina" but none by choice. But if that's your thing knock yourself out.

Having said that, we're it me I'd try to get it as clean as I could with a pressure washer and engine degreaser and call it good.

Bennett68C10 · 01-05-2017, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by supercheyenne

Often the patina look is only the outer sheet metal. Everything else often show quality. This includes engine compartment, frame/suspension, and interior.

But it's your truck! Build it however you want.

^^^^^ I agree 100% and is how I'm building mine.

1972RedNeck · 01-05-2017, 09:56 AM

I would clean and paint the frame if for no other reason than to protect it.

67ChevyRedneck · 01-05-2017, 10:07 AM

Not only would I paint it, but it would be fully rebuilt with new bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, etc.

knomadd · 01-05-2017, 10:43 AM

LongBox · 01-05-2017, 01:11 PM

Paint it. Preserves it; easier to work on; new parts don't look out of place; shows any areas needing repair; pride of ownership....

GASoline71 · 01-05-2017, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

Not only would I paint it, but it would be fully rebuilt with new bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, etc.

Exactly what I did to my rig.

Gary

View Poll Results: Paint or Leave Rust
Paint the frame and suspension black	43	70.49%
Leave frame and suspension as is	6	9.84%
Patina paint is dumb and everything should get fresh paint	12	19.67%
Voters: 61. You may not vote on this poll

01-01-2017, 07:52 PM	#1
YJ_Aaron Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Ozark MO Posts: 141	Opinions Wanted on Next Step? I would like opinions on if I should paint my frame and suspension black or leave rusty? The truck is going to keep its patina which is why I bought it. So this is my first poll so hopefully it works. I've added original truck pic and current state for visual reference. Attached Images

01-01-2017, 07:56 PM	#2
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? Good question - I have mixed feeling on this. I will be curious what others say __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

01-01-2017, 07:56 PM	#3
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,970	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? The best reason to paint the undercarriage is that it stays cleaner, thus you stay cleaner when it comes time to spin some wrenches. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

01-01-2017, 08:04 PM	#6
rob32472 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: dallas ga Posts: 1,504	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? Paint the chassis. That way when the patina fade is gone you don't have to tear the truck back down,

01-01-2017, 08:11 PM	#7
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? Well let's face it...the patina angle has the outside looking 'weathered' and everything underneath looking barrett jackson. A little ironic but with the flavor of the day...it is what it is in terms of following trends. Personally, I would leave it unrestored underneath...but I would clean it extensively to remove mud, dirt, etc. I think...that is the way most people like to find these trucks prior to the 'patina-izing'. All Good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

01-01-2017, 08:20 PM	#8
camtoys1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: huntington beach ca Posts: 341	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? If it was mine power wash it and love it

01-01-2017, 08:26 PM	#9
3drburb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Kent, WA. Posts: 834	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? I would paint it only if I were doing a motor swap or painting the original motor. If not, maybe just clean it up. But I you don't paint it and then add new suspension parts it will look just odd and dirty. Nice looking truck btw.

01-01-2017, 09:04 PM	#10
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,541	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? i hate bolting a clean or new part to a greasy or rusty part. it's nice to have a fresh platform. __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Survivor "Lil’ Mint" (67 c10 40k mile light green original paint) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

01-01-2017, 10:19 PM	#11
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? Paint it , You've got a vert vette sitting next to it so deep down you know your going to paint the entire truck eventually ? I mean it's like having a hot wife and dating an ugly girlfriend ?

01-02-2017, 04:09 AM	#13
James the III Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: lowell ma Posts: 750	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? I'd wash it, wire wheel it.. paint it with red oxide primer.. then hit it in spots with some mattie black paint.. then clear it... with a mattie clear.. then add some grease in spots so in time it'll collect the dirt/grease/oil sludge that make your hands black for a week.. But, being in the rustbelt I'll never understand trying to keep rusted look.. I guess it's cool to those that don't have to deal with rusted hardware..

01-02-2017, 03:29 PM	#14
kcsa75 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 3,590	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? I do not understand the attraction to patina. I've driven lots of vehicles with "patina" but none by choice. But if that's your thing knock yourself out. Having said that, we're it me I'd try to get it as clean as I could with a pressure washer and engine degreaser and call it good. __________________ Willie Swamp Angel Truckers '72 C10 Highlander *People who blindly follow a GPS end up on television programs on The Weather Channel. Some survive, some don't.*

01-05-2017, 10:07 AM	#17
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? Not only would I paint it, but it would be fully rebuilt with new bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, etc. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

01-05-2017, 10:43 AM	#18
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

01-05-2017, 01:11 PM	#19
LongBox Registered User Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 784	Re: Opinions Wanted on Next Step? Paint it. Preserves it; easier to work on; new parts don't look out of place; shows any areas needing repair; pride of ownership.... __________________ Rick -69 GMC 910 Long Box, 350 -98 Chev Silverado 1500, 350 Vortec 4L60e -08 Mustang GT Convertible



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