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Nov 27, 2011 | 06:02 PM

KTM1217

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Well today was a pretty successful day...got the bed off the F1, gas tank is removed, exhaust system is removed, and the frame is ready to be patched up in a couple spots then sanded down and painted. Overall, its solid. The rear shackle on the drivers side needs to be replaced, theres two spots on the top part of the frame that need to patched up, and two of the cross member supports need to be repaired also.

What do you guys recommend using to paint the frame? Ive heard of a couple different paints just dont know which one would be best...

Nov 27, 2011 | 07:04 PM

KTM1217

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idk if youll be able to get into this, but heres the pics of it:
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Nov 27, 2011 | 07:28 PM

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Nov 27, 2011 | 11:54 PM

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I have heard of a few different paints. I used some Nason chassis black paint on my frame. I was pleased with the price, and quailty. I know another guy that used Rustolium appliance black paint and LOVED it. Then there is Por-15, which i have heard to be the best, but it is like $150 a gallon.

I hope this helps and good luck with the project!

Nov 28, 2011 | 11:11 AM

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Thanks. Ive heard the POR-15 is good stuff, but it is expensive too haha. One of my buddies is redoing his mid-late 90's chevy pickup and went to kbs-coating.com for there frame paint. He said the stuffs pretty nice too so ill just do some shopping around and see what i can find out. Also heard that NAPA's Frame and Chassis paint is good too...

Nov 28, 2011 | 11:56 AM

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If you have cleaned up all the surfaces really good, then you could just put two coats of epoxy primer on everything. The epoxy primer is an excellent sealer and/or rust protector when you put two coats on. Here is the brand that I am using. I have to tell you that I did not use it on all of my frame though. I used Chassis Saver and Rustoleum gloss black paint on some of it. I only did it earlier this year, so only time will tell which one is the better product. After I had used the Chassis Saver on the rear of the frame I read on the paint forum I am on; SPI User Forums
that the epoxy primer is much better. It was stated by many of the auto-body professionals that are on the forum also. Like I said, I have both on my truck, and only time will tell which is the better product.

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Good luck with your project, and keep the pictures coming.