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scuncio
07-26-2017, 03:06 AM
Hi folks,

I have a couple sets of '60s TT-Ds that need to be redone. What's the thinking on the most accurate spoke paint finish? I've used Alodine in the past but I'm too freaked out about the toxicity to try it again.

Thanks,
Tony

cook_dw
07-26-2017, 11:12 AM
I've used Alodine in the past but I'm too freaked out about the toxicity to try it again.

Thanks,
Tony

Ive used it for years and I havent noticed anything odd...

https://media.giphy.com/media/b5ZNou8CKvBCg/giphy.gif




Seriously though, have you contacted AR to see if they could tell you what color they use? Here is a thread on Jalopy about the same question. Some say cast blast is pretty close. I haven't tried any of them though. Sorry.

https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/repainting-torq-thrust-spokes.382691/

olredalert
07-26-2017, 02:09 PM
----Tony,,,If you aren't absolutely set on original I have found Corvette knock off paint (65-66) from Long Island Corvette to look really cool!......Bill S

scuncio
07-27-2017, 08:33 PM
Thanks guys.

Darrell, everything I've heard about Alodine is anecdotal...I'm sure it's okay if you use gloves and take the usual precautions. I may just go that route after all.