Front axle assembly and refurbishment
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Front axle assembly and refurbishment
So I finally disassembled my front axle and have taken all the old grease off. My question is what is the be at way to remove paint on these old parts. Most aren’t very rusty, but still have the old paint on them. What tool should I go about to clean the paint off?
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
Paint scraper but I would use Citri Strip paint stripper, takes awhile, and you might have to repeat application but it isn't toxic. Otherwise, the truly vile stuff Methlene chloride based stripper works and works fast but the fumes are bad, you need chemical gloves at the very least, and it is almost certainly bad for your health. -- IV
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
For some parts I just wire brush off what I can. If the remaining paint is bonded to the metal that well why take it off? It all depends on the part and desired finish. If you have some really tough spots try Kleen-Strip Aircraft Paint Remover if you can get it works on powder coat too
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
Sand blast
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
Next best thing from sandblasting is degreasing with a can or two of spray degreaser. Use a water hose or pressure washer to wash it off and then scrap it if necessary to smooth down the surface for painting.
The front end doesn’t need to be prepped like a nice body paint job.
It’s up to you how far you want to go in refinishing it but if you drive your T to any extent the most important thing to do is rebush it as needed for safety.
The front end doesn’t need to be prepped like a nice body paint job.
It’s up to you how far you want to go in refinishing it but if you drive your T to any extent the most important thing to do is rebush it as needed for safety.
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
My first choice would be Jeff's suggestion. Second, Ignacio's. When it's down to bare metal I prep with 50/50 phosphoric acid. Wet the part then wipe dry with paper towels (wear surgical gloves), then let it air dry thoroughly. On chassis parts I use rattle can Rustoleulm satin black. I think glossy paint on chassis parts looks ridiculous. After painting, do what the MTFCA axle book tells you.
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
Those are all good suggestions. I have settled on wet sanding with 80 grit wet-or-dry sandpaper and Scotch-Brite pads. A wire brush can get the stuff out of the pits. I have spent many pleasant days out in the sunshine sanding and daydreaming.
Works for me.
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Works for me.
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Re: Front axle assembly and refurbishment
As always, I just use good old lacquer thinner. Once I used Strip-Eeeze, it worked pretty good too, but I just like
lacquer thinner. Overall it's probly cheaper too. Lots of good advice here just the same. To each his own.
lacquer thinner. Overall it's probly cheaper too. Lots of good advice here just the same. To each his own.