It's not unusual to sandblast a frame....other media are better for sheet
metal where warping is a concern. I would paint with POR (paint over rust)
available from Eastwood or direct from POR.http://www.por15.com/
Brush or spray gun is OK I wouldn't use a rattle can.
Dean
From: <kpierce@copper.net>
To: "OleTrucks mailing List" <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, February 09, 2003 5:23 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] frame prep and painting.
> I have my 57 3100 disassembled down to the frame. I am ready to clean and
> paint
> the frame. In a small spot I wire-brushed then sanded down to mostly bare
> metal and painted black with rattle can. It looks ok.
>
> However, I don't think that I really got all the rust that way because the
> rusted areas are usually pitted and would probably require blasting to get
> really clean.
>
> I am interested in your comments. Do you think the sanding and rattle can
> painting will provide protection for five to ten years? Would brush
> painting be more durable? Do you recommend sandblast or media blast?
>
> I plan to drive the truck daily and live in Alabama. Lots of moisture
here
> year round. Truck will be parked in garage at night.
>
> Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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