Looking for publications, documentation or information that identifies the correct paint color, factory inspection locations, markings on the chassis and engine bay. Also looking for any information on the proper color (i.e. black) an sheen for the engine accessories.
68 camaro Inspection Paint Color and Locations
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Looking for publications, documentation or information that identifies the correct paint color, factory inspection locations, markings on the chassis and engine bay. Also looking for any information on the proper color (i.e. black) an sheen for the engine accessories.
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Hey Dave start with this info and also check my build thread at the bottom in my signature, also the website link to another build thread, lots of information there.
FYI I powder coating almost every piece on my car and would not do it any other way. If you want a photo posted of any part inparticular just let me know.
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The info posted in those docs is contradictory to itself and other publications. The description of gloss levels is vague. The Camaro Enthusiast author states that semi-gloss is a flat, low gloss satin finish. That makes no sense. He also states gloss is enamel and not urethane. I presume he has no gun time with lacquer, enamel or urethane. The heater box cover is gloss as it pertains to lacquer. Anyone who has shot lacquer knows it does not reach full gloss until buffed.
Satin is approximately 30%. Semi-gloss is about 60%. 30% is not semi-gloss. Gloss levels fall into ranges.
Jerry's book calls for 30% gloss for many underhood components, the Camaro Enthusiasts document states semi-gloss which is approximately 60%. Another contradiction or lack of paint knowledge.
Some choose powdercoat. Some like myself epoxy and topcoat with urethane. I abuse my car, drive it often and none of the painted undercarriage or suspension is failing after 30K miles. Most car owners pamper their cars.
Inspection markings are put back on your car the way they were originally. If you have no evidence where or if they existed, what color or how they were applied on your car, then it is just a guess. Many cars have them when they are not supposed to, and the term "Restoration Graffiti" then applies. If you want to put some on, be conservative and not tacky about it. Markings were not applied as neatly and perfectly as seen on some cars, they were originally often done hurriedly and sloppily.
Satin is approximately 30%. Semi-gloss is about 60%. 30% is not semi-gloss. Gloss levels fall into ranges.
Jerry's book calls for 30% gloss for many underhood components, the Camaro Enthusiasts document states semi-gloss which is approximately 60%. Another contradiction or lack of paint knowledge.
Some choose powdercoat. Some like myself epoxy and topcoat with urethane. I abuse my car, drive it often and none of the painted undercarriage or suspension is failing after 30K miles. Most car owners pamper their cars.
Inspection markings are put back on your car the way they were originally. If you have no evidence where or if they existed, what color or how they were applied on your car, then it is just a guess. Many cars have them when they are not supposed to, and the term "Restoration Graffiti" then applies. If you want to put some on, be conservative and not tacky about it. Markings were not applied as neatly and perfectly as seen on some cars, they were originally often done hurriedly and sloppily.
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Mike even posted Jerry's finishes docs here. http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=251625&highlight=finishes&page=4
The 30%-60%, satin-semi-gloss contradiction is apparent. Most agree on the satin, 30% finish and paint those components accordingly.
The 30%-60%, satin-semi-gloss contradiction is apparent. Most agree on the satin, 30% finish and paint those components accordingly.
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Most folks aren't aware that there was only ONE black prime "flow-coat" paint system on the Chevrolet side of the plant, and every steel part that came into the Chevrolet plant raw and needed paint went through that 7-stage hot cleaning and phosphate system and got black lacquer primer. That included everything from engine accessory drive brackets to wheels, hoods, fenders, header panels, inner fenders, radiator support, center grille and hood latch support, lower valance panel, and dozens of smaller parts; larger parts were hung on dedicated hooks, smaller parts were painted in baskets.
All were what I'd call semi-flat or satin, about 30% gloss. Any underhood part that was semi-gloss or full gloss (like the heater blower case) came that way from its supplier - the plant had no facilities for higher gloss black painting of loose parts. :thumbsup:
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All were what I'd call semi-flat or satin, about 30% gloss. Any underhood part that was semi-gloss or full gloss (like the heater blower case) came that way from its supplier - the plant had no facilities for higher gloss black painting of loose parts. :thumbsup:
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I used Dupont Imron on my 69 in 1984 and drove the car as a second car. After all these years and thousands of miles and sitting outside more off than I wanted, it still looks great. Thanks to Scott and John for there insight on the "black" paint used. Many restores make the process more complicated than GM did when they built these low buck high production cars that we all love and strive to make them better than they really were.
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