71 AMG mail truck restoration. Not sure where to start.
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A proper restoration is a lot more work than most people realize. That truck should be stripped of all glass, interior, trim, wiring, etc. and brought down to a basic metal shell.
From there I would suggest you find a shop that can media blast it to bare metal and then apply 2 coats of epoxy primer inside and out. This would get you a good foundation to start your project from. However, since you made it clear you do not want to go that route, you can start with a Dual Action sander and 80 grit discs. Do one panel at a time until you have it down to clean bare metal. Another option is Aircraft Paint Stripper which you will need for hard to get at areas anyway. Most auto parts stores carry it. Wear safety glasses, gloves and protective clothing. Just be sure to wash and rinse it off really well when done. This stuff can seep into the seams and then creep back out causing problems with your paint job. Once you have a panel clean and rust free you can apply a 2 part epoxy primer. This can be done with a paint brush and plan on doing two coats. You will need a respirator (not a dust mask) when working with these chemicals. The epoxy will protect the metal from rusting while you work on the next panel. The thing you need to understand is that body and paint work requires certain materials, techniques and tools in order for the finished result to be acceptable and long lasting. http://www.autobody101.com/content/arti ... ould-know/ 1968 Coronet R/T
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