'63 Corvette Fuelie Convertible, NCRS Top Flight, MCACN Triple Diamond

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Originally Posted by 60sStuff

Very interesting.
I’m assuming this black preservative coating would not burn and smell?

Originally Posted by MJV1953

A preservative-black paint was applied to the exhaust system after its installation on the chassis but prior to body drop. The preservative paint was applied from above the chassis with a mitt/mop. Moderate to even heavy paint application was common on the top and sides. Paint runs and drips were common.

I was of the understanding 63 was done a bit differently, as were many items. Here is a good pic from 65 showing the coating of the pipes.