[Bentwheelbob]

Originally Posted by njsteve

Generic Rustoleum flat black was the closest thing to the original finish...unless of course you want to start a new thread on comparing flat black paints....

;-)

I haven't seen any general lack of consensus on flat black paints, but I'll keep my eyes and ears open just in case. What did you use on the master cylinder? I'm trying to figure out the best way to tone down the shine and wonder if it is just Rustoleum or a similar rattlecan finish, or if you used POR-15 like on the air cleaner snorkles.

[njsteve]

Actually I can't remember what I put on there? But the flat black should be able to be painted over it without a problem. Does POR15 make a flat black?

[Judge273]

Why is there a rubber hose cut off piece on "stove" top of carb where it sticks out of air cleaner? To level out? Protection? Never seen this before.

[blue71ta]

Originally Posted by Judge273

Why is there a rubber hose cut off piece on "stove" top of carb where it sticks out of air cleaner? To level out? Protection? Never seen this before.

it's like a gasket for the air cleaner to seat against. They are almost always missing. Think the originals were a felt-like material.
I used a rubber O-ring on mine until I can find the right one.

[70RAlll]

Originally Posted by Bentwheelbob

I haven't seen any general lack of consensus on flat black paints, but I'll keep my eyes and ears open just in case. What did you use on the master cylinder? I'm trying to figure out the best way to tone down the shine and wonder if it is just Rustoleum or a similar rattlecan finish, or if you used POR-15 like on the air cleaner snorkles.

Rustoleum makes a semi-flat paint that seems to be just enough above flat without looking too shiny.. Try that, NAPA sells it, or I'm sure an online search will produce retailers..

[Bentwheelbob]

Originally Posted by 70RAlll

Rustoleum makes a semi-flat paint that seems to be just enough above flat without looking too shiny.. Try that, NAPA sells it, or I'm sure an online search will produce retailers..

Thanks Bill. I was more concerned about what type of finish is currently on the master cylinder as it relates to determining the best way to recoat it. I am worried about adhesion since it is so glossy, and even more so if it were an epoxy type paint like POR-15. However, after poking around tonight I find that the existing paint is already crinkling and lifting around the top from the brake fluid. Looks like I will need to figure a way to get the existing paint stripped off. With respect to recoating it, I know it is a bit hare brained, but I have this evening ordered some stove black that I am going to experiment with. It is basically black pigments and wax. While it isn't permanent, it can be renewed without stripping.

[70RAlll]

Originally Posted by Bentwheelbob

Thanks Bill. I was more concerned about what type of finish is currently on the master cylinder as it relates to determining the best way to recoat it. I am worried about adhesion since it is so glossy, and even more so if it were an epoxy type paint like POR-15. However, after poking around tonight I find that the existing paint is already crinkling and lifting around the top from the brake fluid. Looks like I will need to figure a way to get the existing paint stripped off. With respect to recoating it, I know it is a bit hare brained, but I have this evening ordered some stove black that I am going to experiment with. It is basically black pigments and wax. While it isn't permanent, it can be renewed without stripping.

I always just either blast or use heavy body paint stripper, wash down real good with lacquer thinner to get surface good and clean,dry and then I put a single coat of lacquer-pretty sure that is what GM's suppliers used in the 1970's.Thick coats end up nopt looking right. Seen many who prime then paint, still my opinion you loose the original look by applying too much/thick paint... As far as keeping it fresh, if your master is not leaking and you keep the top on, there is no reason you should have any problems with the paint. I commented cause I misread this thread, thought you guys were talking about the sheen. 70-71's were not flat, they were semi lacquer.can't say for sure on 72's.. Then again.. each to their own I guess.