Date:         Mon, 27 Dec 1999 23:17:23 -0500
Reply-To:     Erik Feddersen <revtek@GREENNET.NET>
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From:         Erik Feddersen <revtek@GREENNET.NET>
Subject:      Rust in seams: 1987: Info on sealant and paint wanted
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Hey all,

The seam rust is not all the way through, its caught in time (will last
till 60 degree weather in spring) but I would like to plan ahead :-).

Any requisite sealant. paint, technique to use?

My plan was to use my 3/8 drill, put on a metal sanding wheel (3M), and
have at it. Once bare metal then prime with a zinc based primer.  Then
it gets a little funky, theres no bread to paint the whole van and
matching colors using factory paint will never look right with all of
the sanding spots that will be done (I am looking into getting a custom
batch mixed up as per the list prior)..  So, its art time, have to
figure out a cool pattern to lay down.

There is an option to make a 6" wide swath on the bottom, paint that
black with paint or rubber based rust proofing compound. I'm thinking
paint to start (resale value) and an asphaltum coat when it fades (this
baby ain't going anywhere!!).

Top coat something creative, flowers, symbols, etc to blend in the
vertical seams.  Its just such a big canvas, that it boggles the
imagination with possibilities.

I don't own a sprayer, although I am tempted to get a small art one (be
great if there was  water based paint suitable for use, easy cleanup,
minimal fumes), so its spray can city for the job.  Duplicolor any
good?  Maybe something at Eastmans Automotive (sp)?

I saw someone else request info on a similar theme, appreciate forward
of relevant info (bandwidth limiting comments not needed unless you feel
the need to, its the internet after all <big grin>)

Any ways, its been a long hiatus from busland and I'm starting it over
again on the water side this time(camping with my boys locally in
MA/NH).
Remember. its meant to be a fun wagon and as we get older we just
naturally begin to look funnier.

Thanks for listening,

Have a happy and healthy new year!!