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Rod,
You haven't mentioned if you will be using a spray gun or spray cans?
Either way, there are some good products out there.
Start by cleaning everything. The more you remove from the engine bay, the
better. Hint: a lot of dirt can hide between the steering box and the
frame. If it's greasy, spray some Easy-Off oven cleaner or Gunk engine
cleaner. You can use Scotch-brite pads and small wire brushes to get
everything loose, then follow with a good pressure wash. Be sure to get in all
the tight corners. It wouldn't be a bad idea to use a clean Scotch-brite when
rinsing either. A red pad will also help roughen the paint for primer.
If you're using a spray gun, use a good epoxy primer. If it's spray cans,
get some self etching primer (especially if you have bare metal) from
Eastwood then follow with a good primer. If you don't want to wait for the self
etching primer, go to the hardware store and pick up a product called OSPHO. It
can be used to clean rust off of bare metal and will etch the metal to prevent
future rust. I used the product to clean up a window regulator for Doc.
Keep the metal wet and use a wire brush or Scotch-brite to scrub the
rust away. If you work at it, you can make the metal look new. Every once and a
while, wipe the surface clean with a rag or paper towels. Once the rust is gone,
put a final coat on the metal with a rag and let it air dry. If you spay a heavy
coat, it will leave the metal covered with a white powder. Don't worry, it's
just a zinc phosphate and can be wiped off prior to painting. Using this method,
you will be able to remove any rust without using sand paper.
Most important......don't get in a hurry, were a respirator and gloves,
and clean, clean, clean. It will be a lot of work, but you will be much
happier with the results.
Good luck.
Rick
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