My fj55 started like this
And now looks like this. Rough but pretty cool.
And now looks like this. Rough but pretty cool.
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I tried a few things. Easy off oven cleaner and scotch Brite got me where I wanted to go, specifically easy off brand. A cheaper oven cleaner didn't get me results.How’s this done? Links?
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How long did you leave the Easy Off on?I tried a few things. Easy off oven cleaner and scotch Brite got me where I wanted to go, specifically easy off brand. A cheaper oven cleaner didn't get me results.
I experimented with a small section for a short period, like 6" x 6" and scotch brited almost immediately to see how things went. By the time I was rolling, I would spray the whole truck pretty well then start the scrub.How long did you leave the Easy Off on?
@parrot looks like you have enough good paint to skip the oil and go the polish/wax route
That was my thinking too. Just getting the oxidation off has done wonders. Even the wife and kids are saying "Hey!" after encouraging me to get it repainted in the past. I just quote them the sage words I've leaned here; "It's only original once."
I've never really polished anything. I have access to an orbital buffer. Should I use that or better to do it by hand?
Looks great, what did you start with?Just wanted to thank wngrog and everyone else for the tips and tricks in this thread. Pretty amazed at how good the old girl's 50 year old paint looks after a couple of hours of CLR and elbow grease. View attachment 2043069
Not sure I understand the question; what did I start with as far as the paint condition? Or what did I start with working on it?Looks great, what did you start with?
Been planning on preserving my patina for years, but just keep the truck in the garage... sacrificing the 200 series to the elements!
I took it to the beach for the first time and boy did it patina! Any exposed metal started to surface rust in days. Was going to CLR the rust off and rattle can clear coat those spots...
Will the Penetrol help rattle can clear coat stick? I would think the opposite?
I love Fluid Film... use it on everything.