Chassis Prep for Painting
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Kube
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Same procedure as when preparing a fender, etc.
Cleanliness is next to Godliness. That's rule #1.
Just how "crazy" do you plan on getting? That will determine product selection to great degree.
After a very thorough media blasting, I measure "X" to be certain frame is not bent nor twisted.
Then, I do all necessary repairs.
Once the repairs are done, I apply a thin layer of putty to any areas that are not "smooth enough".
The short story? Just like preparing a fender, hood, etc.
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Not too "crazy". I don't have access to any sand blasting equipment so just keen to know the best alternative to remove surface oxidation, dirt & grime and what detergent to use prior to etch priming.
BTW beautiful looking chassis you have there Kube.
Ken/Alabama
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petehoovie
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wga
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What coating are you planning on using? A KBS or POR 15 type of product? They will tell you rust is ok. The 'metal' MUST be clean. Oil, grease is obvious, and must be cleaned off. Buy a case or two of a quality brake clean, not the cheap crap from wal mart. Seriously it is a done of work.
Kube and Pete advice is what you need to do. Get it blasted, and apply your coating.
Or, get it powder coated.
Add up all the costs and your time (what is that worth) to use wire wheels, brushes, chemicals, rags, tape, etc etc and compare it to the quality of the powder coating.
You will have a tough surface that will look good and last forever.
Kube and Pete advice is what you need to do. Get it blasted, and apply your coating.
Or, get it powder coated.
Add up all the costs and your time (what is that worth) to use wire wheels, brushes, chemicals, rags, tape, etc etc and compare it to the quality of the powder coating.
You will have a tough surface that will look good and last forever.
Seth Swoboda
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To have a frame professionally media balsted in my area is about $200.00. Well worth the money spent.