kj4kicks 154 #26 Posted March 7, 2008 Thanks guys! Fred, Yes, it's the Valspar Resto with hardener. After 48 hours at 70 degrees, I scuffed it lightly to break the surface. That allows the paint to cure a little quicker (at least I think so). The next day, it got wet-sanded flat, then buffed. The final process is called "Master Shine". It doesn't really "seal" the surface, put does put a nice shine on it. They say that it is paintable, but didn't want any of it under the edges of the black. Hope that makes sense. I re-installed the fenderpan and seat this evening. The hood should be ready to go back on tomorrow night, after the black dries. More pics then.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,610 #27 Posted March 7, 2008 Eldon, Looks real good. I can't wait to see the finished tractor. I know it will be amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FreddieFarmall 1 #28 Posted March 7, 2008 Eldon: At the risk of sounding dumb about this, but what grit sand paper did you use on your paint job? I assume you finished up with 1000 grit, but do you use someting coarser first? By the way, congrats on wihning that B-100 on e-bay. That looks like a super nice original. I bid, but not as high as you. Will we see it at Arendtsville? Fred Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #29 Posted March 7, 2008 Thanks guys, Yes, the B100 will be at the show. For paint: Everything after the color is applied is 2000 wet sanded. Then 3m Heavy Cut compound, 3m polishing compound, then the Master Shine. BTW, after drying overnight, the semi-gloss black looks to be about the perfect shine. It will all go together tonight, and I need to re-arrange thing to make room for the new kid, which apparently will be a "skinny chick". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #30 Posted March 7, 2008 Just got done putting it all together: Kind of tight in the garage, but here's a decent angle: Now the rest of it needs cleaned up, when it stops raining! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,882 #31 Posted March 7, 2008 The black looks perfect Eldon. Once again, very nice job I can't wait to see it with the decals on it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,610 #32 Posted March 8, 2008 Eldon, Looking good. That hood, with the black grille, looks great. I can't wait to see this tractor finished. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greg B. 1 #33 Posted March 8, 2008 Beautimous, Eldon, just beautimous Your paintwork never ceases to amaze. Greg B. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 14,652 #34 Posted March 8, 2008 Looks really nice Eldon. Shinier than a new one! Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #35 Posted March 8, 2008 Thanks guys! These rear fender pans take alot longer to wet sand than the C series. Too many curves! Hopefully TD will have some decals for me soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #36 Posted April 20, 2008 Wow, had to dig back 4 pages to find this thread ! Anyhow, here's the finished project. Haven't decided yet if the deck gets painted or not. Ken, does this deck look familiar? Kudos to TD for making the decals for me! More pics can be seen HERE It is for sale ($2295) , and I'll get it listed on my website later today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glenn27 71 #37 Posted April 20, 2008 Very nice job-Eldon! (hat's off).. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigian 1,234 #38 Posted April 20, 2008 :thumbs: Thats a hell of a nice paint job Eldon Im not sure i could sell it after all that work though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,610 #39 Posted April 20, 2008 Eldon, Another stunning and outstanding job. Looks really sharp and yes, I agree, kudos to TD for the decals. Outstanding, awesome and every adjective that I can think of or can't think of. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #40 Posted April 20, 2008 That is one Helluva Job! Nicely done! Two Thumbs up from this ole Kentuckian! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wse100 0 #41 Posted April 20, 2008 man that tractor is pretty. (almost too pretty to put to work!) If you painted that, man you got some talent! I'm a little jealous...WOW! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catman81056 3 #42 Posted April 20, 2008 There just aren't enough words to describe that tractor Pristine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #43 Posted April 20, 2008 Thanks guys ! If you want to see all 12 pics in one place, look HERE Just listed it on my website. I left the deck ugly, so it won't be afraid to work LOL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,882 #44 Posted April 21, 2008 Eldon, as usual, it looks great, and those decals came out really nice too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banjo 0 #45 Posted May 4, 2008 BEAUTIFUL! What type of paint did you use on the muffler? How do you prep the muffler for the paint? Thanks, Banjo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #46 Posted May 4, 2008 Just wire-brushed the loose stuff off the muffler, and painted it with BBQ Grill paint. That should hold up to the heat pretty well. I've put about 1/2 hour on it so far, and it still looks ok. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #47 Posted May 4, 2008 There is actual high temp exhaust paint out there, black, silver, etc etc supposed to be good to 1200 degrees Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 154 #48 Posted May 4, 2008 There is actual high temp exhaust paint out there, black, silver, etc etc supposed to be good to 1200 degrees Yes there is, but this stuff is rated to 1500 degrees, and it has a nice satin finish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #49 Posted May 4, 2008 Sticking my nose in here too..... I painted the Bassani "power pipe" on my Honda 3 wheeler with "pot-bellied" stove paint. I bought a one pint can at a local furnace / wood stove dealer and applied it with a foam brush. Immediately after painting the pipe, I fired up the engine and baked it on. It still looked perfect 2 years later! (except where the rocks hit it. ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #50 Posted May 4, 2008 Yes there is, but this stuff is rated to 1500 degrees, and it has a nice satin finish. Ahh Well the BBQ paint I have isnt rated for that high of a temp. Its only like 600 degrees or something like that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
