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I am doing a frame off restoration on a 1952 Chevy pickup 1/2 ton 5 window I bought from a friend with too many projects himself. I have sandblasting capabilities at work to do all the sandblasting I need. I am in the market for a 70 gallon, 7 hp air compressor (I belive Sam's will be the best place and price about $500.00 for a Black Max)and paint gun to primer or coat with. I have been reading all the posts on this website (alot of excellent info) and the best I can tell alot of people like the zero rust but i was wondering if Expoxy Primer would be just as good with a sandblasted surface and if whatever you use would you use it on all your parts (frame, cab, doors fenders, bed, etc) or would you use differnt types of primers for different parts. This is my first time posting and after reading a bunch of the posts on this website there is alot of useful info here. I thought I could find out what I needed to know without posting but it wasn't true. thanks for any info at is given. i have taken alot of photos and as soon as i can figure out how to make a website i will. thanks.

When I strip something down to metal I shoot it with Epoxy Primer. Later I scuff the area's that require filler so the filler will bite in better and then cover that with some K-200 primer. Then it's just a matter of guide coating the K-200.

If you are serious about the compressor, check Tractor Supply Store. They had an Ingersol Rand 80 gallon monster that is a better performer (18.1 CFM at 90psi) and more durable. The compressor is all iron, not just a sleeve. It's listed at $699, but they regularly do a 10% discount if you apply for their credit card. I'm really happy with mine.

thanks for the replys guys. if anyone in the houston area is interrested in getting parts sandblasted at a reasonable price email me. thanks again.

Epoxy primer on sheet metal, Zero Rust on chassis and chassis parts. Prime right away.