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Slow restoration.
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lfdsteve
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| Joined: 06/08
Posted: 11/07/08
06:28 AM
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I Am working to restore my 71 Bird. It is going to be a project that will probably take several years due to time and money constraints. My question. How does someone in this position complete bodywork, ie panel replacement, filler, rust removal and keep it protected untill it can be painted. For example, if I cut out and patch a rusty spot, how can this be preserved over a year timespan without rusting again before refinishing, or having to completely strip and refinish the repair prior to painting. I guess in short, how would you guys go about a long term restoration without complicating the rust problem?
Thanks
Steve
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fatguy4X4
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| Joined: 10/08
Posted: 11/07/08
02:26 PM
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I would give any exposed bare metal a good coat of primer and get a cheap car cover if it's gonna sit out a lot. Hey, I'm in the same boat. I work for a livin' and have to push my projects back out of the garage at the end of the day, too. My wife ain't givin up her parkin spot.
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gto66
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Posted: 11/07/08
08:17 PM
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Isn't that the way of the working man?
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SDW72TA
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Posted: 11/20/08
07:23 PM
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Anytime you are going to have bare metal, use a good quality epoxy primer, even if it is out of a rattle can. SEM makes a good quality rattle can primer. Also, if you are welding, make sure you use a weld through primer to protect the welded areas. The epoxy primer can be easily sanded off with an 80 grit sandpaper when you are ready to continue on the bare metal work. Succeedingly higher grits can also be utilized as work progresses.
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