'69 jack detail?

[694spdRT]

I am detailing my jack soon.

I remember reading to use primer on the mechanism. Which brand was it?

Also, is Eastwood Detail Gray used for the leg or ?

Thanks

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Yes I used light grey primer for the mechanism and used some clear over it.  I used this for the base as well.

For the life of me I cant remember which paint I used for the post.   I know it was a silverish color.....

[Charger4404spd]

That silver looks really close to the Argent Silver.

[694spdRT]

It looks like your tire iron is a satin black or is it semi black?

I have some argent silver but my detail gray is gone. The detail gray gives a nice bare steel look.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

I used satin for the iron......also take note of the way the spring is mounted.  As per the jacking inst decal & the owners manual

[694spdRT]

I used satin for the iron......also take note of the way the spring is mounted.  As per the jacking inst decal & the owners manual

Thanks.

I picked up one of those springs at a show last year. They definately are proud(aka $$) of some of them detail pieces.

[bull]

Yes I used light grey primer for the mechanism and used some clear over it.   I used this for the base as well.

For the life of me I cant remember which paint I used for the post.     I know it was a silverish color.....

This guy here is the jack master Jedi. 

[8WHEELER]

I paint the base and jack saddle Rustoleum grey it is right on the money and the shaft silver.
I don't have picture's of mine I always swipe Chris's picture  because they look so similar.

Dan

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

This guy here is the jack master Jedi.

[694spdRT]

Speaking of jack stuff.

What did you guys end up using for the sticky padding material on the drivr side wheel well mount?

I have one out of a parts car that I will be using.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Speaking of jack stuff.

What did you guys end up using for the sticky padding material on the drivr side wheel well mount?

I have one out of a parts car that I will be using.

  Didnt know of such stuff.....got a pic?   I used some rubber heater hose as a cushion

[694spdRT]

I can get you a pic tommorow. It is probably 3/4" by 3" and resembles scotchbrite but, not abrasive.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Originally there?   I didnt check the unrestored 69 Hemi Charger in that area when it was at my show earlier this year

[694spdRT]

Yes.

It is original equipment. My '68 has it as well and my Brother in laws '70 also has it.

[69hemi]

For the silver I used Eastwood's Aluminum Blast, for the mechanisim I used Ford Tractor Gray and the handle got semi-gloss black.  For the protector I used a piece of window channel felt.   I looked like the original piece in my car.

[694spdRT]

For the silver I used Eastwood's Aluminum Blast, for the mechanisim I used Ford Tractor Gray and the handle got semi-gloss black.   For the protector I used a piece of window channel felt.     I looked like the original piece in my car.

Cool, I have some Alumablast left so I will try that first.

Thanks

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Any pics of this felt stuff in the car???

[69hemi]

Any pics of this felt stuff in the car???

I'll Try to shoot one tonight for you.

[694spdRT]

Here are some shots of the felt pad and one of it in my '69.

I don't have it permanently installed so the edges need to be folded over.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Thanks Ty!
Learn something new everyday

[694spdRT]

I used satin for the iron......also take note of the way the spring is mounted.   As per the jacking inst decal & the owners manual

Chris,

I got my jack detailed and installed last night. Then I looked at your eBay auction and you had me all confused for a second with the old picture of your trunk....until I checked your new picture here.  

Ty

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

[SpudRacer]

Thanks for the info on detailing the jack.  I've had all the pieces in my Eastwood sandblaster for over a week and have been working on it a little at a time.  There are so many different layers of paint it isn't funny.  I have a wonderful blaster now, but my humble air compressor will only run it 2-3 minutes at a time before waiting 4-5 minutes to refill the 25 gallon tank to 175psi.  How much airflow do I need?!  I'm looking at an 80gallon with 26cfm @ 90 psi.  I hope this is enough.

Every picture I see of Chris's Charger impresses me with his strict attention to detail.  I just wish he'd tell me why he's selling his car on eBay??

Tom
Bryson City, NC
69 R/T SE Turquoise

[SpudRacer]

Anyone know where I can get one of those nifty springs for the jack mechanism???  Mine has the wrong spring, and I'm almost done restoring the jack.

My mechanism is in horrible shape with rust and pitting.  I sandblasted most of it yesterday, and it was already rusting again with a dark colored rust this morning!!!

Tom

[694spdRT]

Anyone know where I can get one of those nifty springs for the jack mechanism???  Mine has the wrong spring, and I'm almost done restoring the jack.

My mechanism is in horrible shape with rust and pitting.  I sandblasted most of it yesterday, and it was already rusting again with a dark colored rust this morning!!!

Tom

I got mine from Mega Parts. They are a local Mopar supplier I buy a lot of stuff from. I would think any of the big resto dealers would sell them. Year One, Paddock, Jack's, or Hardens.