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Title: Correct Gloss Black Radiator Paint
Post by: vorrath on January 01, 2021, 02:48:50 PM
what is the correct gloss level on a 69 Mustang radiator ? Thanks
Title: Re: Correct Gloss Black 69 Radiator Paint
Post by: Bob Gaines on January 01, 2021, 04:26:13 PM
Quote from: vorrath on January 01, 2021, 02:48:50 PM
what is the correct gloss level on a 69 Mustang radiator ? Thanks
It is kind of a trick question because the gloss black put on the radiator would dull down considerably after a number of heat cycles to more of a  semigloss.
Title: Re: Correct Gloss Black 69 Radiator Paint
Post by: J_Speegle on January 01, 2021, 04:29:00 PM
As discussed in a number of threads a black lacquer paint was likely used that was on the glossy side which quickly flashed and dulled once the car was started and driven

Using the SEARCH feature in the top tool bar and the words "radiator paint" I found the following

http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=1441.0 (http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=1441.0)

http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=12078.msg129263#msg129263 (http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=12078.msg129263#msg129263)

http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=23067.msg144353#msg144353 (http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=23067.msg144353#msg144353)

http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=8649.msg52443#msg52443 (http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=8649.msg52443#msg52443)


Will merge this thread with one of those to keep the number of threads about the same subject down and the search feature work better ;)
Title: Re: Correct Gloss Black 69 Radiator Paint
Post by: rcgt350 on February 21, 2021, 11:57:10 AM
Is the Eastwood Gloss Black radiator paint a good choice here?
Title: Re: Correct Gloss Black 69 Radiator Paint
Post by: J_Speegle on February 21, 2021, 04:04:32 PM
Quote from: rcgt350 on February 21, 2021, 11:57:10 AM
Is the Eastwood Gloss Black radiator paint a good choice here?

Seen owners/builders use it successfully. Keep the paint thickness to a minimal. Cools better that way

NOTE: If someone is wondering the thread was left in this section since the information applies across all years