Labor of love

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Wed Feb 06, 2013 10:28 pm

Going to the chromer and the first of many.

novanutcase · Post by **novanutcase** » Thu Feb 07, 2013 4:11 am

If you look real closely you can see that I had the hood air inlet and the wiper cups chromed. I really liked the look and it was a nice contrast to all the real estate on the front of the car.

John

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 3:59 pm

Got a shipment from Auto Meter. You know , I didn?t know what to expect, just gauges. But Wow!

This is what they look like at night.

novanutcase · Post by **novanutcase** » Mon Feb 11, 2013 2:23 am

Beautiful!!!

John

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Sat Feb 16, 2013 12:22 am

Shooting sealer. In color soon.

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Wed Feb 20, 2013 7:09 pm

New roller Comp Cam ready for install.

Xetal · Post by **Xetal** » Wed Feb 20, 2013 8:21 pm

I have the same cam in mine. I love the sound!

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Sat Feb 23, 2013 3:03 pm

We are in paint!

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Sat Feb 23, 2013 6:46 pm

Silver is done time for the black. God its fun when it gets to the painting part.

Joe Johnston · Post by **Joe Johnston** » Sat Feb 23, 2013 7:23 pm

I always thought painting was the fun and easy part! All the work is in the prep.
Looking good and like you, can't wait to see it finished.

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Sat Feb 23, 2013 10:49 pm

All that?s left is wet sanding cut and buff.

Joe Johnston · Post by **Joe Johnston** » Sun Feb 24, 2013 11:59 am

I hate sanding, but I finally had nerve enough to use a DA with wet 1500, 2000, and 2500 grit disks on my 57. I think the brand may have been Trizac? Even with that fine of grit, the clear cut very fast and made the job much easier on the larger flat surfaces. It was scary at first, but well worth it and buffed quickly to a shine. As always, be careful on the edges!

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Sun Feb 24, 2013 3:37 pm

Tizac ......thanks Joe!

Joe Johnston · Post by **Joe Johnston** » Sun Feb 24, 2013 7:08 pm

Dusty - That color combo is going to look awesome!

Anyone considering a painting project needs to spend some time reading the info on this site. www.autobodystore.com This is where I learned about the Trizact sanding disks and other products as well.

There is a LOT of information, products recommended, instructional videos, and a Q&A forum as well. Something to learn even if you've painted for many years! Painting is the "fun" part and my favorite thing to do. Getting a car or a part ready to paint isn't fun at all but the quality of the prep work makes or breaks a paint job.

Ozzy351 · Post by **Ozzy351** » Sun Feb 24, 2013 7:50 pm

Lookin' real nice Mr. Rhodes

Ozzy