Preservation Project - Green Machine

[cook_dw]

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[Dave Rifkin]

The finished result looks amazing; what kind of dressing did you put on after you finished with the cleaning process?

[mockingbird812]

Sweet Darrell. What a story. Good on you to keep it original and pay homage to Dad. Love process threads! Thanks!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

MODERATORS: Recommend moving this to the Garage thread section......

Oops, i didn't realize (or else forgot) we had a preservation forum...

[firstgenaddict]

That looks great Darrell, I am glad to see someone else really getting the grain clean... the appearance is so much different when it is actually clean. It looks so much better than reproduction, it has character. It takes a lot of work to actually get down into the grain it really takes using light pressure so the ends of the brush don't roll over they have to stand up to get the ends into the grain.

Have you used any of the Meguires #7 glaze on the paint?

[markinnaples]

Great job, and thanks for all of the pics. I really need to do the same thing to my '68 as the top and interior are almost exactly the same condition as yours pre-cleaning.

[firstgenaddict]

Yes it is a lot of work but well worth the effort.
There is such an enormous difference in the before and after it's a no brainer.

[Keith Seymore]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cook_dw</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

<span style="font-weight: bold">Another point of interest. Front portion of the carpet has 4 MAR 1968 but the rear portion has 5 MAR 1968..</span>

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Those are specific to the supplier/manufacturer (not GM final vehicle assembly) so that makes perfect sense.

There would be several days (or weeks or months - depending on production volume or delays) between when the parts were made and when they were finally installed in a car.

K

[Keith Seymore]

Would you be willing to come over and clean up my Dad's GTO?

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K

[markinnaples]

Great pics!

[Billohio]

Great work Darrell. Looks good

[markinnaples]

I am definitely going to try this product for my car. Mine is paint from the 80's and there's some small spots that I'd rather not flood with water to hasten the deterioration process.

[SuperNovaSS]

Looks great! They make a jobber bottle of glaze for less if you need a decent amount.


Jason

[Keith Seymore]

Continuing to make excellent progress.

By way of review: the exterior paint is Laquer?

Any checking/spiderwebbing?

K

[Keith Seymore]

Thank you;

I think I got the worst paint job to ever come out of the Pontiac Michigan assembly plant. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif

K

[firstgenaddict]

We may have a contest Keith...
My 68 Alpine Blue GTO had runs across the whole trunk jamb and the pass door jamb and light sprayed on the rockers...
The 70 Judge conv I painted 15 years ago also a PON car had 2 big globs of lead repairing dents in the door jamb looked like someone jabbed it with a fork lift then repaired it using a butter knife.

[Keith Seymore]

Not to take us too far afield, but my car features:

Hairs in the paint (quarter panels)
Hand prints in the hood (qty 2)
A &quot;swiped&quot; area on the deck lid where it looks like they wiped off some kind of solvent and then sprayed over it
Front edge of RH door rubs on rear of fender
Sheet metal screw shot through main body wiring harness

Also alot of waviness in the panels (around the hood scoop, when sighting down the quarters and C pillar area)

K

[Billohio]

I was going to ask if you had tried the clay bar. I think that Griots might have been one of the first with that. Amazing how it works

[Lemans69]

This is an excellent thread with lots of great pictures and information. Thanks for taking the time and posting your results. Always something new to learn!

[firstgenaddict]

I have experimented and have come up with a black liquid latex rubber which can be used to repair weatherstrip ends or re-adhere the skin to the foam and is waterproof after curing.
I will take some photos and show what is possible.

[scuncio]

Great work. Talk about a nice survivor car.

[mockingbird812]

A great effort Darrell. I love yr parent's poster. Very cool!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[68l30]

Interesting picture...Has the grill been removed from this car? I'm curious about the screws and j nuts holding the brackets on instead of the rivots....

BIG

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/08/full-105-30367-img_3748_zpscyfhuya0.jpg

[olredalert]

----Possibly a cam change????......Bill S

[mockingbird812]

Nice excavation/archaeology!!!Keep digging!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[68l30]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: olredalert</div><div class="ubbcode-body">----Possibly a cam change????......Bill S </div></div>


BINGO!


BIG

[mockingbird812]

Yeah - keep it coming. Nice work Darrell! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[firstgenaddict]

AWESOME!! That is exactly what I did to the black RS/Z individually took items off cleaned preserved and reinstalled... it makes all the difference in how the car presents itself. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/08/full-254-30740-05.14.10_330.jpg (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/08/full-254-30740-05.14.10_330.jpg)

[firstgenaddict]

BTW the plates inside the stacks are black anodized... which is really a deep black violet color, having them re-anodize is inexpensive however if you flip them over and swap them side to side all they need is the center peg holes re-drilled (not visible when installed) to work without doing anything and still having the original finish.


There I go giving away trade secrets... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/scholar.gif

[njsteve]

Option #4:

I'd swap over to the restored piece but I'd strip off the shiny new black paint first with some carb cleaner and let it get some nice surface rust patina. It should blend in fine then. Keep the disc brakes. They are much safer than the drums.

Here is what my original master cyl looks like in the Firebird. The original lid is still nice and shiny after 42 years.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/08/full-1359-31014-p1010454.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Digging it!!!!

[mockingbird812]

NIiiiiiiiiice! Well done and inspirational! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[markinnaples]

Great job on the underside there, really looks good.

[mockingbird812]

NIce score Darrell! Of course you will be re-installing that beautifully engineered piece of history..... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

[BLACKLS5]

Darrell, Here's some 14's for sale. https://limaohio.craigslist.org/pts/5191787691.html

[firstgenaddict]

IT looks GREAT... what you are doing is what I found so rewarding about the Black RS/Z... there is nothing that looks as good as a well cared for or correctly cleaned and preserved survivor.

Use a left handed drill bit, same section as the EASY OUTS!

[chevelleheart]

Darrell ,...absolutely great job , on a great car! This has been a great lesson on patience and Thx for posting this

[markinnaples]

Looks great, keep the pics coming

[Dave Rifkin]

Do you hose the oven cleaner off or simply wipe it down with a sponge or something? Looks great; just hoping to get a better understanding of the process.

Question regarding the #7 application; after seeing this post I thought I'd try it on my black Corvette. I read the back panel and it said not to allow the stuff to dry on the paint. I thought I had read where you left it on overnight; is that true and did that create problems with removal?

[JpMotorsports]

AWESOME PROGRESS!!! Keep up the great work and pictures. I for one am learning and enjoying this thread

[m22mike]

Great stuff Darrell, we are not tired of the pictures, thanks.

Mike <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[njsteve]

That would be the perfect area to use the safestrustremover/evaporust and rig up a sump with a flower sprayer and a plastic sheet to drain back into a catch basin. This was the kind of surface rust that I cleaned up on the '72 Trans Am a few years back. Find a plastic Kiddy pool at ToysRus and get a cheap pool cover sump. Five gallons of the liquid will do just fine.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/09/full-1359-32398-drrail3.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Steve. Does that stuff remove paint? That looks just terrific!

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cook_dw</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thats a great idea.. Do you happen to have a pic of the before?

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Look just to the left of the spray and you'll see the surface rust. The stuff does not affect paint unless the paint is lifting because of rust already. The main thing is to make sure the area is degreased. Grease and oil will prevent the water based liquid from doing its job.

[njsteve]

Here's a couple photos of how I did it. Just get some large pan to act as a catch basin and use waterproof tarp or plastic sheeting as a giant funnel, with the sump sitting in the lowest point of the sheeting, inside the pan. Use binder clips to hold the plastic sheet to the body and to maintain the downward funnelling of the liquid.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/09/full-1359-32434-extview.jpg

Here is an underside view. I used some wire coathangers to hold the sprayer in various positions. The warmer the liquid is, the faster it works. Hot summer weather is best but you can also use a small fishpond heater to keep the liquid temperature up. 80 degrees or more works great.


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/09/full-1359-32435-pside3.jpg

[njsteve]

If they are the original cylinders you can send them to Whitepost for sleeving.

[firstgenaddict]

Easy off works great on grease and carbon build ups, it is slightly acidic (easily neutralized with water) which will also cut through some rust.

[mike70ss]

Great posts Darrell. Enjoying your progress. Your father would be happy. On a personal note, your father was always very nice to me, as well as your uncle, Archie. Very knowledgeable and always enthusiastic.

[mike70ss]

I will be there to look, not showing. Always a great show. Wilson Bank is a great community business and I love their interest in the community and for promoting the hobby. Lots to do and see for everyone.

[Mr70]

Great look'n car.

[COPO]

Looks tough.

[Bill Pritchard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cook_dw</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">Here you will see carboard type paper under the driver side seal plate but the passenger side had nothing.</span>

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Darrell,

My low mileage 69 Chevelle convertible had the same heavy paper under the drivers side sill plate when I bought it 13+ years ago. I believe it is the remnant of the carpet protection paper that the factory installed for shipment to the dealer. During dealer prep, rather than remove the sill plate and the entire piece of paper, the technician would just rip the exposed paper away, using the edge of the sill plate as a 'cutting edge', and so the unexposed portion remained under the sill plate. That's my theory and I'm stickin' to it <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[markinnaples]

Congrats on the coverage of your car, it's beautiful and deserves it. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

This car is a gem!!!

I love that you can clean it piece by piece and it looks new again!!!

Ryan

[mockingbird812]

Thanks for the tip Darrell. Looking good!

[njsteve]

Just make sure you get all the grease and oil off that you can. It really helps the process to have an oil free surface to work on.

[69L78]

Darell, I buy my evapo-rust from my local advance auto with 20% off. If you sign up for email, you can buy online with the discount and pickup in store @ $18 a gallon.

[njsteve]

I did a similar thing last time. I used the online coupons and made separate purchases of the gallon jugs because most stores only carry one or two jugs. I think it was 40% off coupon at the time for each sale? Just google &quot;advance auto coupon&quot;. It usually gives you a link to the &quot;retailmenot&quot; site and find the highest $ or precentage coupon they have. Usually it's a 30% off or a $25 off a $75 purchase. Once in a while you'll see a $40 off an $80 purchase.

[markinnaples]

I need to try some Evapo rust. I have an old Mongoose BMX frame that I am restoring and it's a little rusty (surface rust) so I'm hoping that works to clean it up.

[njsteve]

It works wonders. This was the crankshaft I bought used for my 455. Before and after:

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/01/full-1359-38145-img_1276.jpg

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/01/full-1359-38146-img_1281.jpg

[markinnaples]

Wow, looks great. Did you spray it will anything afterwards to stop the rust from coming back?

[njsteve]

No, actually I immediately brought it to the machine shop for them to check.Ended up cutting it .010/.010 and then balancing it. The machinist was amazed at how well it cleaned up. It's running in Gramma's Firebird now.

[earntaz]

I'd say that shifter has changed a few gears in its life. Also, good old oven cleaner to get rid of gunk.

[earntaz]

Looking good! Also, its a good thing the EPA doesn't see your bench -- they'd have a fit!@!@# LOL <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[JRC99]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cook_dw</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">The hood stack rejuvenation is underway.. And yes James Ill give you partial credit..</span> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

<span style="font-weight: bold">Before: </span>

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<span style="font-weight: bold">A little flip-a-rue and bing bang boom..</span>

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Welp, there's something I'll have to do to my grandfather's come spring. Whole car looks amazing!

[69L78]

Does anyone know the significance of the &quot;D&quot; that is stamped on some shift rods. I have had many sets of 69 Z rods and most 1-2 and 3-4 rods do not have any stamping at all, I do find the reverse rod has the 5771 stamp. I have 1 set of 69 Z rods that does have the &quot;D&quot; stamped on each one.

[luv2sixty9]

I have many sets of 69 Z rods also and none of the 1-2 and 3-4 rods have any stamping at all. I have found the reverse rod stamped with 5771 or a &quot;D&quot; stamp.

[earntaz]

Darrell -- I don't know how you are derusting the driveshaft ... but I put the a driveshaft into a length of 4&quot; PVC pipe, capped up one end and filled with Evapo Rust. Excellent results. TAZ

[njsteve]

Be careful with the rust remover stuff on the brake booster. It will remove the original zinc plating (or what's left of it).

[JRC99]

Wow, that thing sounds good. Man, I need to get my grandfather's back up and running. It's got a real bad draw on the battery. Not sure what's causing it.

[cook_dw]

Thanks.

[firstgenaddict]

L78's sound so good... Love the solid lifter lick.

[mockingbird812]

Super score! What a treasure!

[firstgenaddict]

FREAKING awesome score on the MINT born with components for the car... that is great! Jon Mello had the original sections from his survivor 67 Z28 with the manifolds as well. If you use an inside collar you can tig the pipe back together easily, if you still have the remainder.

[PeteLeathersac]

This thread just keeps getting even better, big congrats on finding your Dad's stash!
As much as all the parts are valuable, somehow those head pipes your own pop cut off seem just priceless!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif
~ Pete

[SS427]

Darrel, if you still need the flywheel inspection plate bolt I believe I have an original for you but would like to confirm the head marking. Let me know.

[SS427]

I should have one Darrell. I will try to run to the shop sometime tomorrow and confirm. Got to go to a gun show first.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I prefer retractions of retractions to holding off posting great muscle car pictures and info!!!

I enjoy the journey!!!! (Maybe because I haven't got to the destination yet:-)

Ryan

[njsteve]

Enjoy the project!

By the way, no need to do retractions in the future, just put the word &quot;allegedly&quot; in front of all your postings. (my official lawyerly advice) <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[njsteve]

Did it originally have the big smear print? Reminds me of when I hired my 10 and 5 year old to do the paint daubs on my suspension. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[SS427]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cook_dw</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok here is a closeup of the bolt. Circles with a L. Crossing fingers...


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Of the many dozens in my inventory this is the ONLY one that had the &quot;L&quot; with the circles around it though there seems to be many more circle than yours has. If it meets with your approval PM me your address and I will put it in the mail tomorrow. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-253-39568-img_0553.jpg

[olredalert]

----Rick and Darrell,,,Had a few minutes and thought Id go thru my 1/4-20s box. Found two large Ls with no lines. One very small L with no lines. One medium sizes L with no lines. An R with a circle around it. One with just circles. One with EL and the correct circles. Another EL with slightly different circles, and one thats totally blank. All correct size thread and length and washer as pictured. A bunch more of course that arent remotely close like, of all things some Mr.Gaskets, and SEMS. Darrell, if any work for you just say the word.....Bill S

[SS427]

I have many of the same ones you described Bill. Something people need to remember as well when it comes to head markings, there were more often than not more than one supplier on most parts for these cars. I have disassembled hundreds of Chevelles and Camaros over the years and often find one side of the car using one vendor or head marking while on the other side another vendor or different head marking. This has been found on not only the frames but the bodies as well.

[cook_dw]

Excellent guys thanks!!!.. I fully understand the use of different fasteners due to many suppliers as I have documented that during this project as well as others.. Unfortunately I can not confirm if different hardware was used in this case so I have to lean towards using the same in this situation. Rick Im pm'ing you now.. Again thank you and Bill for taking the time to help out an average joe like myself.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[SS427]

Darrell, your bolt went out in todays mail. Glad I was able to help.

[cook_dw]

Thank you!! Now tell me how much shipping was so I can at least cover that..!!.. Rick, I have to say that you and several others generosity makes this forum great.. Most people see it as just another way to make money.. For that I thank you.. If I can help you in anyway just say the word.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

[SS427]

It's just a simple little bolt. Shipping equals one hand shake next time we cross paths. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

That works and again thank you. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[67 442]

The eye cap should be in the second position from the end and it does not matter which end.

[cook_dw]

Thanks for the tip!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[mssl72]

That looks great Darrell! I was thinking of doing the same thing. I think I'll make it happen.

[Plowman]

The &quot;Eye-cap&quot; should be in the second Positive position, because that one losing liquid first{The &quot;Eye-cap&quot; will work in any hole}.

[cook_dw]

Rick, got the bolt in today. And its in its new home.!!.. Thank you again!!

[SS427]

Glad I could help on your car. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Postsedan]

Rick - Gets It <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[njsteve]

Very nice. I love that color! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[beater68427]

Not sure what you did on trunk weatherstrip but Beater had a amazingly nice original 1968 Weatherstip, I saved it for a better cause and replaced it with a repop if you want ill take a picture this weekend post it up and if you decide you want it I would be happy to donate it to the cause.

[resto4u]

They look like an ink stamp put on by the original oem assembly supplier. I believe they where shipped to GM assemblied and the line workers bolted them to the axle assembly.

[jcu]

Very cool thread, one of the best I've read. You did a great job preserving an old family friend.

[HawkX66]

Those stamps on the brake adjuster levers will come off in Evaporust etc, so be careful if you want to preserve them.

[cook_dw]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jcu</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Very cool thread, one of the best I've read. You did a great job preserving an old family friend. </div></div>

Thank you. As you can imagine this was done in respect for the man and the machine.


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HawkX66</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Those stamps on the brake adjuster levers will come off in Evaporust etc, so be careful if you want to preserve them. </div></div>

Well aware and yes they are ink stamped.. There are tricks that I have not discussed. You have to damage or lose markings to realize how to prevent it from happening. Example is the driveshaft stripes. Thankfully I took pics of before and during the process.

[RPOLS3]

Thanks for the warm water and oxy-clean tip!

For those that have not tried it yet, it works really well. We had a rain day here on Saturday - so I spent it in the garage going over the black vinyl top and interior in the Chevelle. Like you mentioned, I thought it was pretty clean until you see what's on the white towel and in the bucket after you are done.

[TimG]

Your dad would be proud, you are doing his car justice. I really have enjoyed watching your progress.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I am a big fan, this is motivation for me to turn my car back into a car so I can do all these detail items.

Ryan

[markinnaples]

Amen to that Darrell, Amen to that. My dads been gone since 2000, and it's tough every day.
Love your thread and your dedication to doing things right to preserve your '68.

[cook_dw]

10 years ago today my father was needed to bang gears in heaven.. There isnt a day that goes by that I do not have a thought of or about him. I miss ya pop!!


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-1263-51050-dad_1.jpg

[markinnaples]

May your father rest in peace Darrell.

[mockingbird812]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif A man and his car!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Got me &quot;right in the feels&quot;.

Well said.

Ryan

[x77-69z28]

I'm sure he has a big smile on his face looking down on you Darrell!
Buddy

[JRC99]

He most certainly would be (or is, depending on beliefs) proud of the anazing job you're doing!

[Jonesy]

Great picture of your dad and the car!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[cook_dw]

Thanks guys. It's been a rough week..

[Bandit723]

[quote=cook_dw]<span style="font-weight: bold">Over the past few nights I have worked on the rear section of the floor between the frame rails and finally have it as good as I can get it at this point. Unfortunately surface rust had begun on this area of the floor and maybe it extremely hard to get it clean. </span>


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http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s649/cook_dw/1968%20Rallye%20Green%20L78%20Camaro/IMG_4096_zpswwfhckks.jpg (http://s1310.photobucket.com/user/cook_dw/media/1968%20Rallye%20Green%20L78%20Camaro/IMG_4096_zpswwfhckks.jpg.html)

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<span style="font-weight: bold">Here is something I thought was interesting to see.</span>

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<span style="font-weight: bold">This is what I am using to preserve the bare areas and the rusted portions. This is a product that goes on and leaves a waxy coating that is transparent. Similar to other rust preventative products but this is in an aerosol can.</span>

http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s649/cook_dw/1968%20Rallye%20Green%20L78%20Camaro/IMG_4097_zpsgqumxacg.jpg (http://s1310.photobucket.com/user/cook_dw/media/1968%20Rallye%20Green%20L78%20Camaro/IMG_4097_zpsgqumxacg.jpg.html) [/quo
Nice Job on going thru this Car. Your post here caught my attention while looking for the correct coating underneath my Camaro. How is the Rest Veto working out for you. Also is this safe to use on painted surfaces? I am cleaning up the underside of My car and was debating on just throwing undercoating back on it or use a product like Rust Veto to protect it

[Bandit723]

Thank You so much for the reply. I did read of a gentleman in Louisiana that used a similar product periodically on his car to help keep the rust at bay.. My car does not get out to often about 1200 miles a year, never see's the elements. so was looking at a non evasive way of preserving this thing with out damaging the original coating.

[CamarosRus]

Curious if<span style="font-weight: bold"> FLUID FILM</span> would be good Alternative to RUST VETO ????

Probably no comparative testing ???

[CamarosRus]

I'm just very interested to READ if any of the top resto shops would use RUST VETO (claims to be clear, NOT Yellow)
on Shot Blasted Leaf Springs, Tie Rod Ends, Spindles, Sway Bars etc.....

How might it compare to RPM.......Rust Prevention Magic ????

[Bandit723]

This does look interesting. emailed the folks at Rust Prevention Magic. will see what they have to say

Hi,

Saw your product. I have been looking for a rust preventive. I have two questions of sort.

Can this be used on items like black oxide or zinc coated parts.

Also is this safe to be applied on automotive paints.

[napa68]

Darrel,

Does your car have the original radiator cap? If so, can you post a pic of it?

Thanks,

Tim

[napa68]

The car is good Darrell! Scored a Gold at MCACN!

I believe this would be the pic you asked me about

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/Harry%20Mann%2068%20L78%20-%20L88%20Camaro/IMG_20161125_143937085_zpszb2aet3j.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/Harry%20Mann%2068%20L78%20-%20L88%20Camaro/IMG_20161125_143937085_zpszb2aet3j.jpg.html)

Tim

[cook_dw]

That is thank you sir!

[Bryan302]

Darrell,

Just a short note about Fluid Film. It's awesome in it's own special little way! It will keep the sprayed surface looking wet for a short amount of time. It protects the surface very well. The main purpose I use it for is to bring out the characters in faded areas, such as PBT stamps on firewall or bulkhead grease pencil marks, etc. Invest in a can for those special occasions. It can be found at your local John Deere dealer!

Bryan

[cook_dw]

Thanks for the tips Bryan!