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Old 01-07-2008, 10:30 AM
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Re: YJ frame under a CJ

After my YJ frame was repaired (patched), I used Eastwood Co.'s Rust Encapsulator on the areas of the frame that had lost the factory black finish coating and were rusting. After the rust treatment, I painted the entire frame and the transmission crossmember with Eastwood's Extreme Chassis Black Satin. When applied correctly, the Rust Encapsulator is supposed to be better than POR-15 at preventing a recurrance of rust. So far, I haven't had any problems. Just give any product you use plenty of time to dry in humid conditions.

As for that special paint technique where the steel is electrified first... I think you're talking about powdercoating. The positively-charged dry paint powder is attracted to the negatively-charged steel and a temporary bond is formed. The coated steel is then baked in an oven to melt the paint powder in place. The result is a very durable and attractive finish on the steel that lasts for years and can withstand a lot of abuse.
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'93 YJ, 6 cyl., 5 speed brought back to life over a period of a few months.
Check out the restoration write-up of Project Salt (Pictures for May-August to come soon!) http://www.geocities.com/dandoc.geo/Jeep/yj_index.html
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