PNW Paul
Member
- Joined
- Feb 22, 2020
- Messages
- 55
- Reaction score
- 72
- Points
- 18
- Location
- Grit City
- Vehicle Year
- 2011
- Make / Model
- FX4
- Engine Type
- 4.0 V6
- Transmission
- Manual
- 2WD / 4WD
- 4WD
- Total Lift
- 3" New Torsion Keys, Added Rear Leaf Springs (Suspension Only)
- Tire Size
- 285 75R 16
Couple of more photos while working - - as the paint is a two-part (actually three-part) product, the working life is only about 8 - 10 hours, which seems like a long time, but it goes by quick . . . You can add acetone or MEK to thin and extend the life, but it's not something you can close the lid and expect to be able to use it again the following week - - and that led to some interesting pieces getting coated. Partly because I hated the idea of wasting any product (this stuff ain't cheap) and might as well add some more "visual interest" to the rig while executing this project - - more on those items to follow. . .
Grill and small bits:
Sideview:
Fender Flare:
All in all, the paint on the rig was in very good condition - - some scuffs and scratches on the fender flares, and my guess is that the P.O. might have towed it behind a motorhome, as the front bumper, grill, sideview mirrors, and windshield all look like they've been lightly sand-blasted - - not too bad, but noticeable. And as mentioned, the leftover epoxy on the hood, and my questionable efforts to remove it, made me determined to correct that problem area.
More coming,
Paul
Grill and small bits:
Sideview:
Fender Flare:
All in all, the paint on the rig was in very good condition - - some scuffs and scratches on the fender flares, and my guess is that the P.O. might have towed it behind a motorhome, as the front bumper, grill, sideview mirrors, and windshield all look like they've been lightly sand-blasted - - not too bad, but noticeable. And as mentioned, the leftover epoxy on the hood, and my questionable efforts to remove it, made me determined to correct that problem area.
More coming,
Paul