BHunter 1,651 #1 Posted June 25, 2018 We just picked up this little beauty. It runs and cuts. My sons and I plan to bring it to the 2019 big show with nice red paint on it. 17 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,772 #2 Posted June 25, 2018 (edited) Nice score! Don't know if I would mess with that patina tho... maybe the rims but that's it..... Edited June 25, 2018 by WHX20 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #3 Posted June 25, 2018 9 minutes ago, WHX20 said: Nice score! Don't know if I would mess with that patina tho... maybe the rims but that's it..... I agree 100%. The nice patina round hoods are getting less and less. Wet sand and buff then maybe clear? I agree on painting wheels tho. Very nice machine-congrats!! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,679 #4 Posted June 25, 2018 19 minutes ago, BHunter said: My sons and I plan to bring it to the 2019 big show Seems that a Father & Sons project is a wonderful bonding and learning opportunity. We all have differing opinions on how to finish a nice survivor. I would suggest you do it as your sons want it to be so they will be involved and proud of the outcome. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #5 Posted June 25, 2018 I was hoping that you guys would say leave the patina alone. I was on the fence with it. You guys are right. Its only original once. We saw a lot of restored ones at the show last weekend and they looked nice but not original anymore. 953 nut, I was trying to figure out who you are . I wanted to show you my electro 12 that you wrote nice comments about. Hope we can meet next year. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #6 Posted June 25, 2018 1 hour ago, stevebo said: I agree 100%. The nice patina round hoods are getting less and less. Wet sand and buff then maybe clear? I agree on painting wheels tho. Very nice machine-congrats!! Thank you. We were excited to get a Suburban. What is your Thoughts on painting the seat to match the wheels? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 26,554 #7 Posted June 25, 2018 (edited) 32 minutes ago, BHunter said: What is your Thoughts on painting the seat to match the wheels? I think that it would look great!! Plus it would keep the rust from rubbing off on to your pants. Edited June 25, 2018 by Achto 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarkS 122 #8 Posted June 26, 2018 Awesome suburban!!! What a great find, and great project for you and your son. Trying to make sure that next year will be my first show and I hope to see that there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,164 #9 Posted June 26, 2018 was that the one in milford nj Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,277 #10 Posted June 26, 2018 Wow! I'm a big fan of fresh paint but I don't think I'd do that to your beauty. I'm thinking that's as factory original as you'll find and I would probably splurge for a shower cap muffler if I could find one. Geez! you even have all the guards there. But then again, I agree with Richard on discussing it with your son. I love it! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 8,852 #11 Posted June 26, 2018 Very nice survivor. As stated great father son project. I have a Suburban that getting fresh red paint due to partial paint brush old paint, cobbled together pieces, weld repairs, etc. YI would like to find one a complete with nice even patina to sand and clearcoat. But the most important thing is to make it yours, so follow you sons lead! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,772 #12 Posted June 26, 2018 (edited) 3 hours ago, Racinbob said: Geez! you even have all the guards there. Really how often do you find the deck guard. I'm thinkin roll that bad boy out in the sun and get some more for us BP! Edited June 26, 2018 by WHX20 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,332 #13 Posted June 26, 2018 Yea there's rat rods why can't there be rat horses?! Clear it! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #14 Posted June 26, 2018 18 hours ago, jabelman said: was that the one in milford nj Yes it was Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #15 Posted June 26, 2018 5 hours ago, oliver2-44 said: Very nice survivor. As stated great father son project. I have a Suburban that getting fresh red paint due to partial paint brush old paint, cobbled together pieces, weld repairs, etc. YI would like to find one a complete with nice even patina to sand and clearcoat. But the most important thing is to make it yours, so follow you sons lead! They like the patina look. We are going to degrease it and clear it. Thanks for the advise 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #16 Posted June 26, 2018 19 hours ago, MarkS said: Awesome suburban!!! What a great find, and great project for you and your son. Trying to make sure that next year will be my first show and I hope to see that there! This year was our first year there. It was great. The rain didn’t stop the fun. Hope to see you next year. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #17 Posted June 26, 2018 Bringing the color back to life 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #19 Posted June 26, 2018 Did you wet sand it before buffing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #20 Posted June 27, 2018 1 hour ago, stevebo said: Did you wet sand it before buffing? No. I just wanted to see if it would get smooth without sanding. I’m going to try sanding a spot tomorrow and see if it’s different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #21 Posted June 27, 2018 14 hours ago, Racinbob said: Wow! I'm a big fan of fresh paint but I don't think I'd do that to your beauty. I'm thinking that's as factory original as you'll find and I would probably splurge for a shower cap muffler if I could find one. Geez! you even have all the guards there. But then again, I agree with Richard on discussing it with your son. I love it! Thank you. They are good with leaving it original. I don’t know what that muffler is but I’ll try. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,164 #22 Posted June 27, 2018 does anyone know if this year/model was supposed to have the tool tray and fenders or was it an option? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #23 Posted June 27, 2018 I would wet sand with 180 then 320 then maybe 1000 or 1200 then compound and buff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #24 Posted June 27, 2018 1 minute ago, jabelman said: does anyone know if this year/model was supposed to have the tool tray and fenders or was it an option? Optional Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHunter 1,651 #25 Posted June 27, 2018 3 hours ago, jabelman said: does anyone know if this year/model was supposed to have the tool tray and fenders or was it an option? I wish it did. I like the look. From what I’ve researched, it was an option. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
