Hello all

I just received my suspension kit, for my 66ss restore, along with the correct bolts, nuts, etc., and I was wondering what the best way to rust proof these things would be. I sandblasted and por-15'd my a-arms and such, but how do I keep the bolts and nuts and even the bushing sleeves from rusting. Can I por-15 these? Will the nuts still fit on the bolts?

Also what is the correct color to paint suspension bolts/nuts/Sleeves. Right now there just bare metal?

Am I being picky or has anybody else done this?

Thanks

Corey

66ss396
71 307

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71 307
66 396 SS
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no your not being picky.i haven't tried the por-15 yet,how does it look?i would install the suspenion first then either por-15 them or clear them, just make sure its semi-gloss or flat clear.
p.s. wheres chalfont pa? i'm in aston pa and have a 66 malibu.

71307, The steering parts are originally unpainted and have a cast iron look . I painted mine with Eastwood's cast grey, I also painted the spindles the same color. It all looks just like new. Good luck with your reassembly. Keep us posted. http://www.chevelles.com/forum/smile.gif

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Leo Paugh
Maryland Chevelle Club #017
The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of the low price is forgotten.

How about a satin/matte clear after assembly? I sure wouldn't POR bolts and threads.

[This message has been edited by Gene Chas (edited 01-12-2000).]

I've heard shooting a clear coat over bare metal still causes rust, has anybody tried this? Has anybody POR-15'd threads, will it cause the nut not to fit on right?

Maybe I can spray the por-15 on after assembly and hope I don't have to take it off anytime soon!

Thanks for the replys guys, this site has been a big help

Corey

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71 307
66 396 SS
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POR on threads is a NO-NO. POR is thick and hard when it dries. You wouldn't be able to even see threads anymore.

I've POR'd all my suspension components, execept the bolts, and it looks great. I can't tell you how durable it is bacause my car hasn't seen the light of day for a few years.

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JeffK ACES #01510
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I had my a arms powder coated gloss black. They look killer. Yellow would be a great accent color against black front end.

Have you considered Zinc galvanizing? I did it on my boat trailer suspension (with spray on that you get from the boat yard) and after 3 years of dipping it in salt water every weekend all summer it is in good shape. http://www.chevelles.com/forum/cool.gif

I agree with Gene, don't por-15 them, leave them natural and use a brush or spray a semi urethane clear, did this to mine two years ago and no signs of rust, also did tie rods pitman arm, steering assembly.

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Corey, no matter what you;ve heard, I got he clear tip from a few resto guys here. I did my brake cables/lines, master cyl, alt, and a few other small "iron" pieces. Only 6 months ago, but it arrested the rust I was getting on the master ( from fluid spill ), so I can;t imagine it would allow rust unless in pretty harsh climate but my 67 is a fair weather girl if I can help it.

So clear is the way to go, what brand did you use. Do I prep it just like any other paint? I see eastwood has a detail clear, has anybody tried this.

This chassis restoration may take longer than I thought if I have to refinish every nut and bolt! http://www.chevelles.com/forum/eek.gif

Thanks for the help guys

Corey

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71 307
66 396 SS
Website:
http://users.snip.net/~chopperroxie
Email:
corey@chevelles.com

Corey, I'm like "low tech Joe", but what I've been doing is using hot water and dish soap for degreasing, good ol' rubbing alcohol for finish degreasing ( let it evaporate well before you paint )and then painting with Rustoleum satin clear. I think it's called " Designers touch" or some such yupster name.

Any smooth painted surface needs to be scuffed before you shoot.

The POR is an excellent paint for rusted surfaces. I would assemble the suspension pieces, and then clear the bolts after all the adjustments are made. They'll be clean, so just degrease with alcohol.

[This message has been edited by Gene Chas (edited 01-14-2000).]

Corey, Eastwood sells another product I believe is intended for your application. I don't have my catalog here at work but it is called "Ni ..." something. I'm pretty sure it is intended for just this type of rust prevention.

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Stan Hanek
'66 SS - 396 4 sp.
stan.hanek@weyerhaeuser.com

Stan, You're probably thinking of "Nylac". I used this on my rotors and drums to prevent rusting while they sit for 2 years waiting to finish the car.

It has a sort of waxy dull finish. Works good to prevent rust, but I wouldn't spray it all over my suspension. Might be kinda messy.

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JeffK ACES #01510
Team Chevelle Gold #72
496 EFI/Richmond 6-Speed
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