Stopped by the shop this morning. They're finishing up a couple details and then disassembling for paint. One other car in front of it; should be in paint in 1-2 weeks.
Alan's 1970 Charger Restoration
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I painted the grille & taillight housings. They're not perfect, but look so much better. I started on the finish panel & headlight doors, but weather turned cold (40s) so no painting until at least Thursday.
The grille was painted w/3 different paints. Eastwood Chassis Black Primer & Paint on metal brackets, SEM Trim Black Ultra (gloss black) for fins, and Grille Paint Silver from Herbs for all the rest.
I intend to let the grille cure for 2-4 weeks then paint a layer of clear on it. Maybe the SprayMax 2k clear gloss available through Summit Racing (quick & cheap shipping)? Anyone use it before?
I used an Ace Paint for the inside of the taillight housings. I'm happy with the shine/reflection - hope it helps with the brightness (picture if someone needs a reference)? I used Seymour Alum-Blast on the outside.
Stopping by the shop in the AM to see if it's inching towards the paint booth.
The grille was painted w/3 different paints. Eastwood Chassis Black Primer & Paint on metal brackets, SEM Trim Black Ultra (gloss black) for fins, and Grille Paint Silver from Herbs for all the rest.
I intend to let the grille cure for 2-4 weeks then paint a layer of clear on it. Maybe the SprayMax 2k clear gloss available through Summit Racing (quick & cheap shipping)? Anyone use it before?
I used an Ace Paint for the inside of the taillight housings. I'm happy with the shine/reflection - hope it helps with the brightness (picture if someone needs a reference)? I used Seymour Alum-Blast on the outside.
Stopping by the shop in the AM to see if it's inching towards the paint booth.
They're inching closer to paint. Disassembled and prepping the inside & trunk.
It's in the paint booth - the trunk is first. Hoping the rest follows quickly.
More interior painting today.
The final, final prep for painting. It should be painted at the end of next week when the shop manager is back from vacation.
Today's the day! It was in the booth this morning and got a coat of sealer before lunch. It's supposed to be sprayed this afternoon. I'll post those pics when I get them.
I’m sure your brother would be proud to see what you’ve done with the car. I got my brothers ‘58 Apache when he passed in 2010. I put a ton of time and money into it and I’ve owned the truck longer than he ever did, but it will always be Chris’s truck. I’m just the current caretaker…
The shop just finished spraying it.
"5 coats of Sikkens HS+ clear. Will cure for a few weeks before we cut and buff. Rest of the parts up next week. "
"5 coats of Sikkens HS+ clear. Will cure for a few weeks before we cut and buff. Rest of the parts up next week. "
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outstanding!
Looks great! I used the Spraymax 2K clear on this bike 3 years ago, still looks good.
Your Charger looks fantastic!
Thank you sir It will always be my brother Alan's car much like your brother's truck.
A couple other pics.
Looks GREAT Ross 
When it gets home 1st thing to do is scratch it and have it over and done. 
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When it gets home 1st thing to do is scratch it and have it over and done.
or try drilling a bunch of holes
If I scratch it under the hood before attaching the insulation, does that count?When it gets home 1st thing to do is scratch it and have it over and done.
For the finish panel or maybe the reverse light wires? Luckily, Dave is ahead of me, so had those drilled before paint.or try drilling a bunch of holes
The car looks fantastic!
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