Blacked out with sliders

[smkymntn]

Finally got my arb sliders on and blacked out the barn doors and both side vents. My de-chroming of the 60 has finally started. I used some left over eastwood chassis black for the sliders and barn doors- came out nice- I still have a few spots to touch up though.

Does the chrome around the windows just come off and leave paint?

 

[boots4]

Great attention to detail, your shine looks great! What do you like using?

 

[Heartworm]

That really looks great. Congratulations!

 

[smkymntn]

Thanks , I have been using Zaino brothers for years. I havent found anything that goes on as easy and lasts as long. I usually clay bar each season and then do a monthly to bimonthly maint polish with a bi weekly wash. Paint is still soft and has some gravel marks but I am learning to live it............sort of

 

[inkpot]

Howdy! I think the chrome strips on the side windows are just like the front windshield. It is an insert that add body and stability to the weather strip/molding. I think the glass can come out without it. I'm sure you could pull it long enough to black it out. John

 

[boots4]

Thanks , I have been using Zaino brothers for years. I havent found anything that goes on as easy and lasts as long. I usually clay bar each season and then do a monthly to bimonthly maint polish with a bi weekly wash. Paint is still soft and has some gravel marks but I am learning to live it............sort of

I'm a fan of Zaino brothers too. I'll be top coating with their all-in-one after I do my compounding to get rid of the oxidization. I must admit that I don't like their clay bars though, mines getting pretty gumming and really sticking to my hand and it's only the second car on this bar. Maybe I got a bad batch. Anyways your results speak for the process and the products.

 

[inkpot]

I'm a fan of Zaino brothers too. I'll be top coating with their all-in-one after I do my compounding to get rid of the oxidization. I must admit that I don't like their clay bars though, mines getting pretty gumming and really sticking to my hand and it's only the second car on this bar. Maybe I got a bad batch. Anyways your results speak for the process and the products.

Howdy! If the bar works OK, but it's just sticky, try vynl or nytril gloves. John

 

[smkymntn]

You know it is funny you mention that as my last bar was that way- I thought it was just out in the sun too long or something. I think the bar can be gotten from any reputable mfr. I used the all in one and went back to the Z2 and Z5 pro- It was an easier application and more consistent coverage. I used the all in one for lighter colors with good success though.

 

[boots4]

Great idea John, dont know why I didn't think of that. I've even got gloves already!

 

[NLXTACY]

Wasn't WagonGear selling some of that black strip that replaces the chrome inserts?

 

[Carp]

Looking better and better, and I didn't think that was possible. I'm definitely gonna black mine out soon...

 

[ntsqd]

Might check Steele Rubber and Metro Molded Parts for the non-chrome lock strip. I know they have it, but I don't know if any of their options are the same shape.

 

[88chevota]

yes the chrome strips around the windows comes off and leaves the pain on behind it. They come off pretty easy.

 

[IndianDoc]

Gulp

We are not worthy!!!Looking sooooo fine. Wow!!!

 

[smkymntn]

Thanks Doc, You keep your head down there on the coast.

 

[Joe_E]

Man, that is a sweet lookin rig.

 

[TLCAddict]

way to go smky

I didn't clay bar mine, although, maybe I should have
- I wet-sanded most of the front grille
- applied bulldog adhesion promoter
- sprayed 2 coats of SEM self etching primer
- sprayed 2 coats of Seymour flat black
- no clear coat...but, after a few nicks, maybe I should have

looks like you painted your mirrors too...sweet

jz

 

[90FJ62]

Smokey
Truck is looking awesome. Wish mine was anywhere close to yours. I have plans but no funding yet. Would love to take a look sometime when your in Asheville. Maybe get a beer or something.

Dave

 

[smkymntn]

Mirrors came black from Spector- Dave We go to asheville all the time- I will be down in weaverville next week to finish up my stereo install. Its funny the only people that give a s*** about a clean 60 are Cruiserheads- I must say that this rig brings a smile to my face every time I drive it. My next goals are rear bumper with tire swingout and arb short roof rack, then maybe rear locker....maybe. I put a new alternator on it today and If my dumbass didnt drop a screw on my gravel driveway I would have had it done it 15 minutes. I Love working on such a simple machine.

 

[TLCAddict]

Mirrors came black from Spector- ... I Love working on such a simple machine.

cool. I didn't know spector had the stock mirrors in black.
oh well, I'm planning on painting my mirrors, wiper arms, & all the badging this week anyways - will post pics when done.

x2... working on my cruiser is my sanctuary