F-Body Europe

So, I am thinking that since my engine is out, I will paint the block. I am new at this, so what do I have to do? Is that high temp spray paint gonna do it? Or is it something that will have to get baked on, because of the heat? I was thinking of doing just a gloss black, maybe a silver. Haven't made up my mind yet.

Rob

If you can afford it, definitely get it powdercoated(will last longer and be more durable), but if not:

Clean it thoroughly with degreaser and brake cleaner. After that, just use some high temp paint. I don't think you'd need primer, but if you can find high temp primer, go for it. Then just use some high temp clear coat for a nice glossy finish.

Well I think that the spray will be faster. But there is that shop that does powder coating right next to post. Should I wait till after the block is punched to do the this... I would think so just so it don't mess it up. It just makes more sence.

Rob

Yeah, you should wait.

Get chevy orange and prep it like Jack said.

Do just like Jack and Hawk Mentioned but I'd go with Neon Yellow. Makes your eyes open when you open the hood. My 69, I painted the block with spray car paint. Neon Yellow & Lime Green plug wires. With the chrome it should go faster.

Rob, if you're going with the burgundy/silver theme, I'd go with burgundy. I think that would look really good, with a bunch of chrome!

Hey RT1, they have another camaro up at kitzigen. Right beside the blue one. I saw it today while acap-ing. it is a 4th gen but the nose is off of it. they won't release any info on the two of them so i am going to call dod vehicle reg tomorrow to inquire about these. i'll keep ya posted.

Hey man, do me a favor. See if it has the interior panels. I'd appreciate it.

The whole thing is the 2 cars are in the "holding area". The blue '94 has been there for a year atleast and i just noticed the silver one today. When I asked I was told they were being inprocessed. I wouldn't think it takes a year to inprocess. The '94 has a chip in the edge of the door but looks pretty much intact. The other car I'd say atleast a '99 still looks intact except for the nose piece. I'm gonna find out how to speed up the process and get back to you.

You are trying to part one out, right?

I'm gonna try to get both. They shouldn't be over $ 300 a piece. Then go from there and let every one get what they need...They won't be open until Monday so I won't know anything until then. I'll take a closer look. I have to get there vin #'s so i can call dod vehicle reg.

Hey Rob, got something you might be interested in: steel braided hoses. I have limited sizes and no fittings. but since your engine is out it will be easy to do. mine was a pain in the arse!!! And i still need to do my fuel lines.

Just let me know about those cars... I am looking for some stuff also. I will be glad to throw some $ in if I can get some parts. Like rear axel, complete with rotors and all; the little rubber drink thingie; maybe some sunvisers.

Rob

i need the bellow, and rotors would be nice. i want the cars to part out for fbe. i'm not out to make $$$. i want to prevent them from making money. and i'm sure if we get them we'll make our money back just out of fbe. let me do some magic and see what i can get.

That would be great, especially if that one is indeed a '98+!

I think I remember the blue one was a '93-'97. I don't know about the other one that zcam94 is talking about, I haven't seen that one yet. I might have to go check it out tomorrow after I get off duty.

Rob

Cool beans. I'll be standing (or sitting) by.

rt1 call me when you get ready to go and i'll ride up there with you. the blue one is a 94. i don't know what year the silver one is.

rt1 my number is 09334978354 or cell# 01605404980