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#81

Project Blogs / Re: Mike's 1973 D22 Complete t...

Last post by Eyez Open - November 12, 2024, 12:57 PM

If you brush or sand your grill, it's important to be aware that it is sensitive to the sanding process, which should aim for a bright and uniform finish. Make sure to sand in one direction only, and proceed gently as you go. If you discover an effective grinding method, please share your approach.
The only luck I've had with polishing is with the stuff below. If you get lucky this stuff can really polish

https://www.harborfreight.com/2-12-in-polishing-and-buffing-kit-with-14-in-shank-4-piece-59287.html

Next spring, I will be painting the RV and clear coating the grill, so I have several months of preparation ahead of me.

#82

Project Blogs / Re: Mike's 1973 D22 Complete t...

Last post by LJ-TJ - November 12, 2024, 11:02 AM

My suggestion would be to use rubbing compound and a buffer and buff it up to chrome. Then mask the horizontal bars and paint in between the bars black. 

#83

Project Blogs / Re: Mike's 1973 D22 Complete t...

Last post by RockwoodMike - November 12, 2024, 12:08 AM

https://www.ebay.com/itm/364998723396

Maybe some cool fog lights!! 2 behind the grill and 2 on the bumper..

#84

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Last post by RockwoodMike - November 12, 2024, 12:02 AM

I simply taped off the thin grill rails with masking tape. Then, I used a sharp razor to trim a fine line along the edges of the grills and coated the rest of the grill with flat black paint.

I would really like to see a picture of that outcome..You have an excellent idea!!

My steps would be..
1. Soda blast everything to get it very clean...

2. with the bench top buffer, just polish the edge as you suggested..That is the front edge..

3..Mask that edge that was just polished with tape..Fine cut the tape to the edge..

4. Flat black on everything that is unmasked..

Excellent idea..Thank You Eyez      

#85

Project Blogs / Re: Mike's 1973 D22 Complete t...

Last post by Eyez Open - November 11, 2024, 08:04 PM

They are an issue. I simply taped off the thin grill rails with masking tape. Then, I used a sharp razor to trim a fine line along the edges of the grills and coated the rest of the grill with flat black paint.


Here's the tricky part: using 180-grit sandpaper, I carefully sanded the top of the grill lines in one direction to achieve a brushed aluminum effect. It's important to take your time while sanding; a single straight cutting stroke can yield a nicely brushed appearance.



You may want to experiment with 180 to 220-grit sandpaper, depending on the hardness of the aluminum and the finish you prefer.

A 8 hour soak in ocyliac acid will remove any corrosion on that grill

#86

Project Blogs / Re: Mike's 1973 D22 Complete t...

Last post by RockwoodMike - November 11, 2024, 06:54 PM

Anybody have an idea on what to do about this grill??it is held together like if it was welded..Can't tear it down to the individual pieces..

#87

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Last post by Eyez Open - November 11, 2024, 05:03 PM

You look great! I understand the dilution issue; one must always trust their own instincts. I've used that 8% dilution ratio with Rust-Oleum multiple times and have never had any problems. In fact, that paint is possibly the most durable hard finish I've ever used. Just wait until you sand it smooth for another coat! 😲

#88

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Last post by Moby - November 11, 2024, 04:42 PM

I just joined and can't change my profile info. How do I do that?

#89

Project Blogs / Re: Mike's 1973 D22 Complete t...

Last post by RockwoodMike - November 11, 2024, 04:15 PM

https://www.ebay.com/itm/167042825831

I bought these rollers off of Ebay..Pretty much a lifetime supply

And the paint is rolled very smoothly..Not totally level..it has the slightest orange peel..

And I will sand it with a fine grit disk before the second coat

As for the thinning..Label on the can said no more than 5%..even for spraying!!

The Implement paint from Rustolium is made differently than the regular paint..

Durability is enhanced..And I have seen many car repaints using this paint and foam rollers

an A minus paint job is being done. and the cost savings is large    

#90

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Last post by Eyez Open - November 11, 2024, 02:54 PM

I'm not sure if you've already prepared the paint, but adding about 8% xylene will help achieve a flat finish. Using foam rollers can improve the quality of the finish. With a little care, you can attain a urethane-type finish.
Xylene flashes off much slower than most additives  and really aids the paint to flo out..read level flat