Frame Cleaning
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| The first step in cleaning the frame was to Power Wash it. I bagged the engine and any other parts I wanted to protect against the water jet. | This process is surprisingly effective. It does not remove the rust and old paint, but it does remove the heavy road tire and grease. | With the heavy tar removed its time to put the power washer away and get out the scrapers and wire tooth brush. I use kerosene as a solvent |
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| Once cleaned I applied Eastwood's rust converter to attack any residual / surface rust and prime the metal frame surface. This brushes on easily. | The converter looks like milk when it goes on but turns black when it has done its job. Note the frame is upside down. I rolled it using the engine hoist. | The frame was then painted with Eastwood's Extreme Frame Paint. I brushed this on being told it would flow out ... no so much. Spray the frame if you want a slick job. |
Detail
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| After removing the hubs I removed the brake assemblies and backplates to expose the front steering and suspension components | A strategically placed jack under the lower A-frame allowed me to remove the spindle, all A-frame pivots and seals while retaining the spring. | All the parts were (sandblasted) and repainted or replaced. All seals and grease fittings were replaced. | Once preped - the front wheel assembly was reassembled. This is almost too pretty to cover up with wheels |
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| This photo shows the benefit of the body dolly, it is rolled forward to expose the rear of the frame. | Not wanting to pull the axles I wire brushed the backplates and hubs with kerosene and lacquer thinner. | All parts were repainted, the wheel cylinders and brake linings replaced and wha-la another piece of art. | With the Frame finished the body is ready to be replaced. Note - The body must be rotated to fit properly. |