I've little to no experience with body and paint.... I’ve got some areas on my ’67 that I want to start working on, just not sure how to approach them. Most of the areas need some surface rust treatment and there are a few areas that are just bare metal, the paint has just come off (A pillar). I don’t want to strip the car completely, I’d like to work my way around it, fixing these areas as I go. Full paint is sometime down the road so these areas may be in primer for a good while. I figure some of the chrome is going to need to be removed in some areas which I can do, just not sure on the process for the rust. Just go with a wire wheel, sander, D/A, etc for the areas? It sounds like epoxy primer is the way to go for primer but I don’t have a spray gun or much of a painting area. I know it comes in an aerosol can but that can be pretty pricey that way. Any way to brush/roll on epoxy without looking too hillbilly? Something other than epoxy? I’m open to suggestions if you all have any. Thanks.
You could try this: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-optiflow-roll-on-epoxy-primer-gallon-catalyst-kit.html
Two really good links. I hadn't seen that Eastwood epoxy before, it hasn't been around too long but I think that's something I could do. Think someone could apply any other epoxy the same way? Any recommendations on whether to strip the car or scuff and apply in areas that don't need body work? Thanks guys.
Right now, I'll mostly be in the garage working on this. Once I get the car in roll around status, I may move it outside if needed but don't know yet.
I don't intend to leave it out in the weather while just in epoxy but it could be in epoxy for a good long while. But clarify, I thought epoxy primer had the ability to inhibit moisture absorption and thus stop rust from forming?
Key word in your reply is primer. It's main function as an undercoat is adherence to metal. You'll be alright for quite a while if indoors.
Most primers are hydroscopic which means they absorb moisture. If it’s going to be left in primer for a long time and or be in a moist environment then use some spray paint to seal it up till you do final paint....
