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Old Jun 26, 2011 | 03:07 PM
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painting axle
I have my axle out from under the truck,I have the axle down to bear metal,I am painting it with chassie black.I was wondering if I should etching primer first.Thanks dave
 
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I would/do then prime with a compatible primer to the paint...
 
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Etching primer wouldn't hurt.
 
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Etching primer wouldn't hurt.
+1. Primer is never a bad idea.
 
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Thanks for all the posts.dave
 
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