[quote=55 1st suburban][color:#660000][b]OK, I'm pretty stupid when it comes to painting so here we go. I'm getting ready to begin restoring the vent windows on my '54 1 ton. My stupid paint question is...if I run the frames through my blast cabinet to get them ready for paint, do I need to prime the frames? As I understand primer is for adhesion? The cabinet leaves a semi rough texture I think would be enough. Or does the primer also have other protective properties? ohwell

NO QUESTIONS IS STUPID. the stupid thing is to never ask...We all been there asking and then asking again. At least I have thats how ya learn. Always prime using a quality product for your application. We had an automotive paint supply store that was extremely helpful with litature on different products and their application. Ask on brother, ask on!