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• Some POR-15 Info
  Historical mailing list - Jay Goldberg
  Tue, 19 Jul 1994 16:15:38 -0400
  ...your gas tank. - Engine enamel, in lots of cool colors. This stuff doesn't prevent rust, but can be painted over POR-15, which...
• Re: Debate on Repainting
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Mon, 9 Apr 2007 11:07:33 -0400
  ...of paint is best, most durable? The guy I used in 1993, who did > the last, re-paint used an epoxy Enamel, if I...
• Re: Powder coating door handles
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 29 Oct 2003 11:26:52 -0500
  ...http://www.pfonline.com/articles/clinics/1202cl_pwd5.html good primer selection will most certainly aid the longevity of any coating be it paint...
• Re: Clear Coat--Can I buy it?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 7 Nov 2009 07:28:56 -0600
  ...Most > peoples problems doing this is using some crappy paint, pay the $10-12 for a > spray can of real auto paint, and if...
• Re: PAINT COLORS 87 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 29 Aug 2016 14:34:46 -0700
  ...Does anyone have experience with the ceramic paint additives > > that are meant to insulate paint (e.g., http://www.hytechsales.com/ > > insulating_paint_additives...
• Re: Painting Fiberglass bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Syncronicity1
  Sun, 24 Jun 2007 09:44:05 -0700
  Well, I just painted them a couple of weeks ago. (usual clean/degrease with Simple Green and sand everything) Used: - Dupli-Color Bumper Coating...
• Re: Maaco $399 respray any good?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Wed, 20 Mar 2002 14:28:50 -0600
  ...Acrylic Enamel + hardner is about $50+ a >gallon - cheap stuff here in TN. >Count on a couple of gallons at least of paint. See...
• Re: Hella E-Code lights with "City Light"?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 9 Apr 2002 17:25:43 -0700
  ...IMHO - mainly due to the better weather boot and the enamel rather than painted backing to these lights. I am selling lots of these...
• rust removal with a battery charger
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Mon, 9 Feb 2004 13:39:18 -0500
  ...I'd like to get a cast iron kettle, or better yet, an old cast iron bath tub with the enamel removed (my neighbors...
• Re: PAINT COLORS 87 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Mon, 29 Aug 2016 18:51:25 -0300
  ...Does anyone have experience with the ceramic paint additives >>> that are meant to insulate paint (e.g., http://www.hytechsales.com/ >>> insulating_paint_additives...
• Re: Maico $399 respray any good?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Tue, 19 Mar 2002 09:37:36 -0800
  ...Acrylic Enamel + hardner is about $50+ a gallon - >cheap stuff here in TN. > >Count on a couple of gallons at least of paint. See...
• Re: My 84 Westy Winter Project
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 26 Feb 2019 09:21:00 -0500
  ...Sandblasted and painted rear Axles with Epoxy Enamel > > . Pulled rear axles shafts, to clean lube and reinstall > > . Gear Shifter hard to find gears, replaced...
• Re: PAINT COLORS 87 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 29 Aug 2016 14:54:33 -0700
  ...Does anyone have experience with the ceramic paint > additives > >>> that are meant to insulate paint (e.g., http://www.hytechsales.com/ > >>> insulating_paint_additives...
• Joel made an attempt, but this one didn't _quite_ make it to the list, so
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Mon, 12 Sep 1994 17:29:32 -0500 (CDT)
  ...your gas tank. - Engine enamel, in lots of cool colors. This stuff doesn't prevent rust, but can be painted over POR-15, which...
• Re: SYNCRO FOR SALE, BAD MOTOR, SEATTLE
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 5 Jan 2005 06:41:31 -0500
  ...You can easily get a beautiful paint job using an old enamel paint for $2500.00, and most people would not know the difference...
• Re: Debate on Repainting
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Mon, 9 Apr 2007 12:20:48 -0400
  ...of paint is best, most durable? The guy I used in 1993, who did >the last, re-paint used an epoxy Enamel, if I...
• Re: Where is Al Knoll? Mess Resolved - Lessons learned
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Mon, 14 Jan 2002 10:33:33 -0800
  ...They had had the baked on enamel glass beaded off and were repainted with regular paint. They looked nice, but would be all chipped...
• Re: a vanagon trailer??
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Thu, 7 Aug 2008 22:55:29 -0700
  ...So, with a dry piece of plywood prime and paint it on every edge with three coats of floor and porch enamel. It must...
• Re: New HEY!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 12 Sep 94 15:05:23 PDT
  ...your gas tank. - Engine enamel, in lots of cool colors. This stuff doesn't prevent rust, but can be painted over POR-15, which...
• Re: Make your front door handles look brand new for free--- in 10 minutes or less
  Historical mailing list - shawn feller
  Tue, 13 Jun 2006 08:51:26 -0400
  Or you could take them off, sand them and repaint them with high solids flat black enamel and have brand new looking handles. Paint...
• Re: a vanagon trailer??
  Historical mailing list - brions cars
  Thu, 7 Aug 2008 23:02:26 -0600
  ...So, with a dry piece of plywood prime and paint it on every edge with three coats of floor and porch enamel. It must...
• Re: Westy on CL Vancouver. $500
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 13:03:02 -0800
  ...it 'Southwest Tomato Red' . > > I got the perfect touch up acrylic enamel paint for it too, by color code. > > Mine is FS ...and ...whatiya...
• Re: Floor Seam Repair
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Tue, 23 Apr 2002 13:23:17 -0700
  ...Then I used an epoxy seam sealer over that and top-coated with enamel paint. WELLL, The rust Is already back and its becouse...
• Re: My 84 Westy Winter Project
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:01:48 +0000
  ...with > Red-Line, replaced CV Boots (4). > > .          Sandblasted and painted rear Axles with Epoxy Enamel > > .          Pulled rear axles shafts, to clean lube and reinstall...
• Re: Tornado Red OR Metalic black?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Tue, 12 Dec 2006 12:37:34 -0500
  Hi Kim, Back in 1986 I had a 72 westy that I painted black with tremclad enamel using a brush and roller. From 10...
• Re: Table repair (report)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:41:52 -0700
  ...I tried some leftover off white > bathroom enamel paint, but it didn't match. > > It ain't pretty, but it never was. I think...
• Re: Debate on Repainting
  Historical mailing list - vt
  Mon, 9 Apr 2007 12:41:23 -0500
  ...of paint is best, most durable? The guy I used in 1993, who >> did >> the last, re-paint used an epoxy Enamel, if I...
• Re: Where to get a decent paint job? (long)
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Wed, 29 Apr 2015 22:06:49 -0400
  ...The quality of the final coat is HIGHLY dependent on the prep and removal of old paint... along with proper primer (Epoxy Enamel is...
• Re: Dash mounted Hula Dancer?
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 16 May 2000 11:02:38 -0700
  ...I know they have demonstrated high knowledge and skill with enamels already, so the paint won't chip off any time soon if they...
• Re: Westy on CL Vancouver. $500
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 13:29:12 -0800
  ...it 'Southwest Tomato Red' . > > > > I got the perfect touch up acrylic enamel paint for it too, by color > code. > > > > Mine is FS ...and ...whatiya...
• Re: Foam Roller paint your Vanagon with tremclad/rustoleum
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Wed, 26 Apr 2006 16:21:31 -0700
  ...the audience) Materials 1 4L $34.00 tremclad rust paint alkylid/alkyd based oil enamels http://www.rustoleum.com/Product.asp?frm_product_id...
• Re: Small Rust Areas.
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 4 Jun 2013 16:33:54 -0500
  ...When you get the paint, make sure you get everything you need with it. Some one step enamels (you don't use clear coat...
• I'm in Love !!!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Kennedy
  Tue, 11 May 2004 16:16:23 -0700
  ...was slick! Body work and my brother hand-painted it with marine high gloss red enamel. Add a header to the 1300 cc and...
• Re: Propane tank rust - how much is too much?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 31 Jan 2018 05:32:02 -0600
  ...and paint. I prefer POR-15 with a white top coat of beige rocker guard then a coat or two of white enamel. > On...
• NVC: What is inside of a Radiator??
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Sun, 4 May 2003 02:44:58 +0200
  ...me?? After I flush all these radiators, and have them painted with car enamel... I will have to fill them up again. Should I...
• Re: SYNCRO FOR SALE, BAD MOTOR, SEATTLE
  Historical mailing list - Steve Coseo
  Wed, 5 Jan 2005 11:30:50 -0800
  ...Enough said. > You can easily get a beautiful paint job using > an old enamel paint for $2500.00, and most people > would not know...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 5 Oct 2015 to 6 Oct 2015 (#2015-376)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 7 Oct 2015 05:24:59 -0400
  ...and a top coat of white paintable rocker guard and then a top coat of white enamel. This gives a life time protection which...
• Re: paint?
  Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:51:14 -0700
  ...The paint will last, for what it is. Not counting my mistakes, Earl Scheib lent also a helping hand with runs in the paint...
• Re: Small Rust Areas.
  Historical mailing list - Dan Andrews
  Wed, 5 Jun 2013 12:34:21 +1000
  ...beautifully. >> >> When you get the paint, make sure you get everything you need with it. >> >> Some one step enamels (you don't use clear...
• Re: Small Rust Areas.
  Historical mailing list - Jim
  Tue, 4 Jun 2013 18:01:47 -0400
  ...beautifully. > > When you get the paint, make sure you get everything you need with it. > > Some one step enamels (you don't use clear...
• Re: Westy on CL Vancouver. $500
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 13:49:23 -0800
  ...it 'Southwest Tomato Red' . > > I got the perfect touch up acrylic enamel paint for it too, by color code. > > Mine is FS ...and ...whatiya...
• Re: Westy on CL Vancouver. $500
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 18:10:15 -0800
  ...it 'Southwest Tomato Red' . > > > > > > I got the perfect touch up acrylic enamel paint for it too, by color > code. > > > > > > Mine is FS ...and ...whatiya...
• Re: Small Rust Areas.
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 7 Jun 2013 01:34:58 +0000
  ...beautifully. >   > When you get the paint, make sure you get everything you need with it. >   > Some one step enamels (you don't use clear...
• Re: Table repair (report)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 22 Aug 2007 08:36:22 -0700
  ...I tried some leftover off white > > bathroom enamel paint, but it didn't match. > > > > It ain't pretty, but it never was. I think...
• Re: Small Rust Areas.
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 7 Jun 2013 02:12:35 +0000
  ...beautifully. > >   > > When you get the paint, make sure you get everything you need with > > it. > >   > > Some one step enamels (you don't use clear...
• Re: Even More White Discussion
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Thu, 7 Sep 1995 13:09:56 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I mean hell the '77 we just bought for my parents has been garaged its entire life, paint is like new but the gel...
• Re: Tin-can westy toaster
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 8 Jan 2012 20:25:19 -0600
  ...years ago it was enamel. More recently it is a plastic that contains the toxic agent bis-phenol A. FDA is investigating this material...
• Re: pop-out windows for bus:wanted
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Tue, 7 Feb 1995 09:14:32 -0800 (PST)
  ...I use an enamel paint 'cause they take some abuse. If you have the bread ahead, have them powder coated! 4) This is the...
• Re: NVC: What is inside of a Radiator??
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 3 May 2003 20:11:14 -0500
  ...me?? After I flush all these radiators, and have > them > painted with car enamel... I will have to fill them up again. > Should I...
• 84 Westy Angst - keep or sell?
  Historical mailing list - Sean O'Neil
  Mon, 23 Aug 1999 03:34:16 -0300
  ...Brown enamel paint on the stove front is coming off in big flakes. Again, no big deal, I'll try to fix this myself...
• '66 progress and more questions
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 8 Mar 1996 08:47:24 -0700
  ...I'll give the tank a quick coat of grey paint before I put it back in the vehicle. There were some pieces of...
• Vanagon No. 19
  Historical mailing list - Walt Spak
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:29:21 -0400
  ...The paint still shines like new too. There was a little rust behind the front bumper, but I have taken care of it with...
• '66 bus progress, engine arrives
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 Apr 1996 08:41:47 -0700
  ...I'm just finishing painting the engine compartment using a single stage Dupont enamel matched to the original Titian Red. Looks *much* better in...
• Re: Vanagon No. 19
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:03:18 -0400
  ...The paint still shines like new too. There was a little rust behind the front bumper, but I have taken care of it with...
• Re: UPDATE - Odd Brake Bleeding issue in 90 Westy & Rebuild - Drove van today!!!
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Mon, 24 Aug 2015 19:25:40 -0400
  ...All motor mounting brackets painted with epoxy enamel primer and black paint. All shields and internal piping cleaned and treated with weld-thru. Agree...
• [A] FS: 1976 Bus, 77000 miles (WV)
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 21 Jan 1995 06:13:43 GMT
  ...Repainted AFRICAN RED to the roof line to look like an older bus on last paint including doors, hatch, and inside windshield frame, inside...
• Re: A few questions from a newbie
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 19:04:57 -0800
  ...Does anyone have a recommendation on what to use (paint? powdercoat? some sort of high impact enamel?) for a good solid white gloss finish...
• FS: '70 Single Cab
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Sun, 25 Oct 1998 00:43:26 -0400
  ...Interior, seats and door panels present, not the best but there, headliner ripped, kick panels gone, dash needs blasted and painted and is cut...
• Windshield "How-To"
  Historical mailing list - Brian Sassone
  Wed, 18 Jul 2001 16:38:29 -0700
  ...A flat black enamel primer is fine. Mask around the outside edge so that you will not see any of the painted surface once...
• My Solution to Ron's Hitch Mounting
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 11 Jun 1999 16:03:14 EDT
  ...Painted black with a fired on enamel, the adapter plate cost me $75. To finish, I bought two chain plates (hole for 3/8...