IH8MUD.com - Paint and Body http://forum.ih8mud.com/ Whether you brush on the rustoleum or need the code for Cygnus White, check what others recommend for tips and tools en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:20:21 GMT vBulletin 15 http://images.ih8mud.com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/misc/rss.jpg IH8MUD.com - Paint and Body http://forum.ih8mud.com/ Is this body shop full of it? http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334870-body-shop-full.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:57:11 GMT so, this acquaintance of mine with a 100 goes to a reputable body shop, supposedly one of the best... so, this acquaintance of mine with a 100 goes to a reputable body shop, supposedly one of the best in town for a dent in the front fender. Sorta of a crease and an area, maybe 4" by 6" that is recessed following an encounter of the close kind in a parking lot.

The shop tells her that the insurance companies will not cover a full fender replacement, just pulling the dent out, bondoing it and repainting.

First, is that true about not replacing the fender? I assumed that replacing the whole thing was standard procedure.

Second, I'm reflexively leery about using Bondo-style stuff. I would think that this is not the most permanent fix and might spook prospective buyers. He did say that the new stuff is much better than the old Bondo.

Third, he says he'll do this by drilling holes and pulling. Presumably with a slide hammer. I assumed that everybody uses welded studs now. Not true? Holes better?

so waddaya think. Red flags or all kosher? ]]> Paint and Body e9999 http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334870-body-shop-full.html Which one is better for paint products? Sikkens or Spies Hecker? http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334529-one-better-paint-products-sikkens-spies-hecker.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:22:05 GMT Which one is better for paint products? Sikkens or Spies Hecker...... Thank you Which one is better for paint products?
Sikkens or Spies Hecker......

Thank you ]]> Paint and Body bursabaju http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334529-one-better-paint-products-sikkens-spies-hecker.html Rust pits.... http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334236-rust-pits.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:23:27 GMT What to do about pitting rust spots? grind/ clean the piss out of it and fill it? Weld it in?... What to do about pitting rust spots?
grind/ clean the piss out of it and fill it?
Weld it in?
Any recommendations on this?
I saw some filler that contains aluminum in the Summit catalog...anyone know anything about this?
Is bondo a good choice?

In general, most of the floor pan is decent, but there are (as mentioned) some pitting spots. Dont particularly want to cut and patch stuff if I dont have to. This is a wheeler, not a show rig. It will get a rattle can paint job in the end, and possibly a bed lined interior where this issue is at. ]]> Paint and Body chicago http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334236-rust-pits.html cowl rust repair http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334194-cowl-rust-repair.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:18:57 GMT Has anyone separated the cowl panel/windshield panel? I've looked through numerous threads to see how they come apart but haven't seen any photos with that area taken apart in the restorations. I have rust primarily on the windshield panel (1) and the cowl panel (2) with rust along the seam between the panels.

It looks like it is a chore to disassemble, but I'm tired of finding water in the glove box, not to mention it dripping down the backside of the dash on the electrics.

I'm planning on removing the windshield frame since there is rust on the bottom of the frame as well.
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]]> Paint and Body tm7302 http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334194-cowl-rust-repair.html Seatbelts http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334154-seatbelts.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:26:29 GMT I'm looking to purchase a 62 with lap belts in the back seat. Is it difficult to install new belts that have a shoulder and lap belt? Thanks. Jim :wrench: ]]> Paint and Body JAJI4 http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/334154-seatbelts.html in need of a fj 80 font bumper http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/333630-need-fj-80-font-bumper.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:05:58 GMT i want either a stock bumper. or a used off road bumper either is ok, but the off road is... i want either a stock bumper. or a used off road bumper either is ok, but the off road is preffered. i also need the pice the is right above the bumer that the lights no are housed in, i forget what it is called. ]]> Paint and Body YoTuF http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/333630-need-fj-80-font-bumper.html FJ40 roof http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/333255-fj40-roof.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:58:25 GMT Hello, I am going to get my roof repainted. I may leave the existing rain gutter on it and just... Hello,
I am going to get my roof repainted. I may leave the existing rain gutter on it and just repair it. if I do how much should a shop charge to paint it as I described? If I decide to take the gutter off and replace it with a new gutter how much should a shop charge to replace the gutter(provided by me) install the gutter and repaint everything?
What is the factory color? I have a dune beige and was thinking off white may look the best. ]]> Paint and Body BBQ BOY http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/333255-fj40-roof.html <![CDATA[Willi's colors]]> http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332984-willis-colors.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:16:50 GMT Hi, any one have the color patern of the clasic willi's? :doh:

THX! ]]> Paint and Body jeepperu http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332984-willis-colors.html <![CDATA["Smoking Gun" Custom Powder Coating only at ACC Toyota]]> http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332597-smoking-gun-custom-powder-coating-only-acc-toyota.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:05:24 GMT Now offering Custom Powder Coating. Check out our Vendor Forum for details. ... Now offering Custom Powder Coating. Check out our Vendor Forum for details.

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]]> Paint and Body 71-CRUISER http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332597-smoking-gun-custom-powder-coating-only-acc-toyota.html How to remove old undercoating? http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332173-how-remove-old-undercoating.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:45:34 GMT What is the easiest way to remove old undercoating? Thanks! What is the easiest way to remove old undercoating? Thanks! ]]> Paint and Body Megadiesel http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332173-how-remove-old-undercoating.html DIY Paint Cell inside attached garage http://forum.ih8mud.com/paint-body/332003-diy-paint-cell-inside-attached-garage.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:49:56 GMT I have started building and installing what I hope will be a functional paint cell inside my... I have started building and installing what I hope will be a functional paint cell inside my garage. The paint cell should be able to be deployed in a matter of minutes if I so desire and tuck up out of the way when I don't want it.

Why paint at home? Well, even considering the expense of putting in the equipment, it has to be cheaper than getting a professional paint job, something I just cannot afford right now or want to afford anytime in the future. I like to be relatively independent and learn (sometimes the hard way :bang:) how to do things myself.

Why bother and why not just paint in the raw garage? Well, for a couple of reasons. I want to try and minimise crud on the surface finish, when I get that far, I don't want to spray paint everything in the garage the colour of my truck, and most importantly, I don't want to stink the house out. I have an attached garage and the last time I did any major solvent work (fibreglassing) the house stank of Styrene for 2-1/2 days. My wife won't appreciate that, let alone thinking of the health hazards.

So, with that in mind, I envisage having a rack of filters at the back of the garage suspended from the roof (swing down when in use). I envisage a rack of filters and a blower (in this case sucking out of the cell) at the front jammed under the garage door, where the filters (course and fine) remove the paint before entering the blower. I envisage using plastic sheeting (vapour barrier, 6 mil poly) as the tent and some sort of 2x2 frame at the bottom all the way around to weigh down the tent sides, prevent the cell from billowing in under the negative pressure and provide a length of something to roll the poly up on. I also envisage using self adhesive zippers on the back wall (upper filter box) to seal the cell and provide access in an out. Not quite sure about the front yet. May involve velcroing the tent to the garage door. I also have an plan for emergency egress to allow the garage door to be opened without taking down the whole shebang.

In the next few days, I'll be converting the following into the paint cell...
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An old "variable speed" (via adjustable pully diameter) household furnace blower.
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Why am I posting this? Maybe I'm missing something. I'll probably need some hints and advice when it actually comes to painting and maybe I help solve somebody elses questions in the process. This may also turn out to be a glorious screw up, but nothing ventured, nothing gained.

Regards,

Jim
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