paint and body

[1969 coupe 15]

Forgive me but I'm going to ask another stupid question so here it is. I have some spots that the paint is coming off and want to know what and if I should put something on it. It's outside now but hope to get it in out of the weather soon. It will be a while before any paint goes back on. I have a few pics on here to get some idea of what I am talking about. Anybody know where to get muffler bearings? JK

Edited August 30, 2011 by 1969 coupe
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[1969 coupe 15]

Forgive me but I'm going to ask another stupid question so here it is. I have some spots that the paint is coming off and want to know what and if I should put something on it. It's outside now but hope to get it in out of the weather soon. It will be a while before any paint goes back on. I have a few pics on here to get some idea of what I am talking about. Anybody know where to get muffler bearings? JK

Edited August 30, 2011 by 1969 coupe
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[Grabber70Mach 107]

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[1969 coupe 15]

Thanks I needed that.

[1969 coupe 15]

Thanks I needed that.

[LindenBruce 27]

Yeah, sand off what rust there is and hit it with several coats of primer. Since it needs a re-paint anyway you are just looking for rust protection at this point. Bruce

[LindenBruce 27]

Yeah, sand off what rust there is and hit it with several coats of primer. Since it needs a re-paint anyway you are just looking for rust protection at this point. Bruce

[1969 coupe 15]

I know nothing about body work or paint just want to keep it from getting worse. Any tips on sanding? What type primer should I use? Any advice is appreciated.

[1969 coupe 15]

I know nothing about body work or paint just want to keep it from getting worse. Any tips on sanding? What type primer should I use? Any advice is appreciated.

[dzahm 10]

Sand with the least gritty paper that does the job (prob 240, 320) etc- remove all traces of rust to clean shiney metal. Blow off, wipe clean with laquer thinner or wax and grease remover. Spray or brush epoxy primer on the shiney metal. DO NOT USE the standard grey primer- (high build, etc) It is NOT water proof- the epoxy is (be sure to wear a respirator if you spray epoxy primer)

[dzahm 10]

Sand with the least gritty paper that does the job (prob 240, 320) etc- remove all traces of rust to clean shiney metal. Blow off, wipe clean with laquer thinner or wax and grease remover. Spray or brush epoxy primer on the shiney metal. DO NOT USE the standard grey primer- (high build, etc) It is NOT water proof- the epoxy is (be sure to wear a respirator if you spray epoxy primer)

[dzahm 10]

After looking at your pics- Is that bondo I see on the fender? if so REMOVE THAT too- it will absorb water and rust from underneath (another reason it gets a bad reputaton) If it has paint on it its ok but it looks like your paint broke down allowing moisture in, which caused the rust- You can get primer in black if you want so the car doesn't look too bad.

[dzahm 10]

After looking at your pics- Is that bondo I see on the fender? if so REMOVE THAT too- it will absorb water and rust from underneath (another reason it gets a bad reputaton) If it has paint on it its ok but it looks like your paint broke down allowing moisture in, which caused the rust- You can get primer in black if you want so the car doesn't look too bad.

[1969 coupe 15]

Not sure about the bondo. Will it make a difference on the primer if it will be indoors soon? Does that come in a rattle can? Any particular brand preference?

[1969 coupe 15]

Not sure about the bondo. Will it make a difference on the primer if it will be indoors soon? Does that come in a rattle can? Any particular brand preference?

[Lemon Owner 11]

If you don't care about the paint around it and it will be coming out of the rain some time relatively soon you could try a little grease. Rust needs oxygen and the grease will deprive it of that and slow it right down.

 

I have also used lanolin oil in a spray can for rust, especially if it is coming from the inside out. Sump oil is another good one and is great for rust proofing. You will just need to keep up the treatments every few years and not park in your drivway for a month after!

[Lemon Owner 11]

If you don't care about the paint around it and it will be coming out of the rain some time relatively soon you could try a little grease. Rust needs oxygen and the grease will deprive it of that and slow it right down.

 

I have also used lanolin oil in a spray can for rust, especially if it is coming from the inside out. Sump oil is another good one and is great for rust proofing. You will just need to keep up the treatments every few years and not park in your drivway for a month after!

[Grabber70Mach 107]

Thanks I needed that.

 

Your Welcome I'll be her all week. :lol:

[Grabber70Mach 107]

Thanks I needed that.

 

Your Welcome I'll be her all week. :lol: