Preserving Patina - How To Tips and Tricks (6 Viewers)

[EmanC]

So what's the aversion to just using Penetrol the whole body paint? Just that a proper polish and wax is a preferred path if possible?

 

[wngrog]

So what's the aversion to just using Penetrol the whole body paint? Just that a proper polish and wax is a preferred path if possible?

It’s nice paint. Maybe if it was not super smooth and able to be polished but this paint polished up like a new paint job.

 

[FJBen]

Also I enjoy rubbing it on after a wash.

 

[FJBen]

@wngrog serious question. If your paint is good and not faded/chalky, would you just suggest Grinots Complete Compound to clean up the old paint and roll with it?

 

[wngrog]

Depends on how bad it is. This one would have laughed at polish had I not cleaned it first with CLR.

 

[FJBen]

Pretty clean actually, just a little hazy/dull. Definlitey doesn't need a CLR scrub.
Wasn't sure if Grinots or meguiars ultimate would be the best just to bring the shine/reflection back.

 

[wngrog]

It also depends on your paint. This is my Ofdball80. I did not want to swirl the paint with CLR and 0000 so I went all orbital

 

[newtrout]

So what's the aversion to just using Penetrol the whole body paint? Just that a proper polish and wax is a preferred path if possible?

I'm pretty happy with how the Penetrol turned out, applied to both patina and paint. It gives a fairly glossy finish on paint, but it's self-levelling and looks pretty good. And you don't have to mess with spot application and wax on your patina.

 

[FJBen]

It also depends on your paint. This is my Ofdball80. I did not want to swirl the paint with CLR and 0000 so I went all orbital

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that would be much more what I'm looking at. I'll grab the orbital and see what I can do.

 

[wngrog]

I linked a good kit from Griots that has the bad ass yellow compound earlier in the thread

 

[toyotaboy92]

Nolen, any experience with moss preservation? My Neighbors kid sent me pictures of his old rig in KY. I think it needs to be saved.. or at least what is left.

 

[wngrog]

Yeah. I do it on my house bricks to blend it with old brick with moss. Take some moss. Add it to milk. Blend it. Pour it back on the new brick.


Should work with a cruiser

 

[cruiserdan]

That thing is a PUFF!

 

[tlaporte]

Nolen, any experience with moss preservation? My Neighbors kid sent me pictures of his old rig in KY. I think it needs to be saved.. or at least what is left.

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Search for the Mouldy Mario thread!

 

[MDH33]

Is fluid film safe to use under the hood on engine parts that experience high heat? Block, head, etc.

 

[wngrog]

Is fluid film safe to use under the hood on engine parts that experience high heat? Block, head, etc.

It cooks off clean. I use it on rusted bolts and hoses under there. Let it sit then after it treats it will cook off

 

[wngrog]

Working that CLR and Scotchbrite hard in this nasty ass Pig chest

 

[wngrog]

Messed around a bit with the paint on this 1972 fender.
CLR/Polish

 

[roadstr6]

One product that I’ve used on my patina trucks with good results is Whink Rust Stain Remover. It’s like CLR on Steroids. It’s very powerful and a little bit goes a long way. Paired with a Scotch Brite pad, this stuff will absolutely erase rust stains from paint. I work it in small sections and clean it off really well with soapy water when I’m done with a section. Don’t leave it on the paint for too long. It can dull the finish and possibly etch.

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[N919HJ]

One product that I’ve used on my patina trucks with good results is Whink Rust Stain Remover. It’s like CLR on Steroids. It’s very powerful and a little bit goes a long way. Paired with a Scotch Brite pad, this stuff will absolutely erase rust stains from paint. I work it in small sections and clean it off really well with soapy water when I’m done with a section. Don’t leave it on the paint for too long. It can dull the finish and possibly etch.
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Looks like what I need. Thanks for the tip.