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General Discussion / Re: A very rare Camaro indeed
« on: August 30, 2024, 01:20:01 AM »
Youll never convince the owner he was wrong. Flatearther.
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Restoration / Re: How to strip 1969 Camaro Rear Spolier
« on: August 28, 2024, 09:49:26 PM »I just read the PM. I usually get email notifications about PMs but perhaps the settings changed.Some of the newer strippers are junk. They reformulated the Klean Strip brand to a better aggressive version and it was great like the old stuff. Then certain states like CT stopped selling it. And this is at a jobber where shops like myself buy it. Someone I know got another brand at HD that worked well but I don't recall the name. I may have been Rustoleum's new formula which I've tried and it was "OK". It shouln't hurt the 'glass like it can to bumper covers which hobby people rarely have to contend with. Common sense dictates to try it first. It helps if you abrade the paint with coarse grit before application. Disappointing strippers are no fun.
Hi Sauron, I went with Uscrichter's suggestion and the Aircraft Stripper did not do much to the bottom of the spoiler. So now I think I will try hitting it with a coarse grit and then a coat of stripper. I tried messaging you on a paint question but it does not appear my question sent? I will try messaging you again for your advice. Thanks , Jon
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Restoration / Re: How to strip 1969 Camaro Rear Spolier
« on: August 27, 2024, 11:06:48 PM »
Some of the newer strippers are junk. They reformulated the Klean Strip brand to a better aggressive version and it was great like the old stuff. Then certain states like CT stopped selling it. And this is at a jobber where shops like myself buy it. Someone I know got another brand at HD that worked well but I don't recall the name. I may have been Rustoleum's new formula which I've tried and it was "OK". It shouln't hurt the 'glass like it can to bumper covers which hobby people rarely have to contend with. Common sense dictates to try it first. It helps if you abrade the paint with coarse grit before application. Disappointing strippers are no fun.
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General Discussion / Re: Master Cylinder Rust Prevention
« on: August 18, 2024, 03:48:23 PM »Alright, as this post is right up my alley, for the same reasons. The number 1 gripe in the whole of my restoration is of course the Master cyl, purchased 1 from a major Camaro Vendor, came to me in El naturale and now is the sore spot for me every time open the hood, for show at car shows, Dag gum it surface rust already. So I’m open to suggestions as to remedy this on the car. To dam old for removal and cleaning. Do got a question, can I use a rust prohibitive as a primer, then good semi black cover coat? Thanks, all here!Clean the rust off, epoxy and topcoat it. I've done them neatly on the car. I stock auto paint, but you can use a quality primer and paint and it will be fine.
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General Discussion / Re: Master Cylinder Rust Prevention
« on: August 18, 2024, 03:12:16 PM »
Semi-gloss and satin terms used by many people vary unless they understand them. One person's satin is another's semi gloss, and vice versa. Gloss levels fall into ranges. And forget about relying on the screen for an accurate representation.
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General Discussion / Re: Interesting period photos.... :)
« on: August 08, 2024, 02:48:57 PM »
More tow tabs and a Grump Lump on a Stinger
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General Discussion / Re: Website not secure
« on: August 01, 2024, 12:48:49 AM »
Now I see it. But lately the site takes a while to load, and sometimes I have to refresh for it to load. It will say 508 Resource Limit is reached.
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General Discussion / Re: Website not secure
« on: August 01, 2024, 12:15:20 AM »
I don't see "not secure" on my desktop. But I cannot view the forums from my phones. Always get "error 403 forbidden".
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General Discussion / Re: Interesting period photos.... :)
« on: July 31, 2024, 07:21:18 PM »
Better days.
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Restoration / Re: Sub Frame Measurements
« on: July 23, 2024, 09:03:45 PM »The measurement that is not included in the diagram is the floor to the top of the rear sub frame mount. One would assume that they should be the same height across both subframe rails so that's why it is not needed in the diagram.Just add to the 5-1/2" dimension on the frame sheet to find the dimension "not included". I was a frame tech for years and still have to be when restoring these cars. Last 67 I did was t-boned, bent and needed to be yanked. Any decent frame shop can straighten your subframe; but most collision shops do not want to bother with old cars that require basic common sense frame straightning techniques. It's not hard. Fix it at home...Block, tie down, jack, whatever it takes. This is why I tell people to put anchor pots in their shops when pouring a floor. They can be installed afterward also and come in handy for many tasks.
Or buy another subframe. There's 2 or 3 near me now.
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Restoration / Re: Firewall Paint color for PPG Deltron
« on: July 18, 2024, 11:36:05 AM »
Delfleet and the commercial line of PPG are quite durable. Anything in the automotive line is more expensive but quality is the same and sometimes the chemistry is as well. For instance: I use PPG CRE epoxy. PPG VR2050 primer in their Vibrance line is the same thing but more expensive.
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Restoration / Re: Firewall Paint color for PPG Deltron
« on: July 14, 2024, 12:34:02 AM »
Just scuff it with a grey scotchbrite if outside the window. No need to wetsand. More work.
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Restoration / Re: Firewall Paint color for PPG Deltron
« on: July 13, 2024, 03:40:23 PM »
I've shot Essential satin (approx 30% gloss). You'll be fine. I'd post pics but appearnce can change with lighting and screen representation.
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Restoration / Re: Firewall Paint color for PPG Deltron
« on: July 13, 2024, 01:09:45 AM »
I have a PPG black deck with various gloss levels, and they have a ratio sheet for each line. I use their commercial line (AUE LG 360) and that is the correct sheen. Black Concept price has increased dramatically, as have all Deltron prices. I try to offer and provide customers with a less expensive product with the same quality, even though it's their coin to spend. Not all jobbers sell the commercial line.
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Restoration / Re: 1969 Cowl Hood Spring
« on: July 11, 2024, 12:00:35 PM »
I'm going to assume the hinges were checked for any play with the springs removed. At one point I had a dozen in stock and all had some play to varying degrees at some or all pivot points. Now down to a couple pair as backup.