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Ford Model A Pickup Restoration July 2009

In July, the whole month was lacquering announced. After all the black parts were painted, I have started with preparing the green parts. I'm using 'Balsam Green' since Ford used this color in 1929.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

The painting would be done quickly if not all the preparations were necessary. Since my tank is black on the cabin side, I had to cover the black parts before I could paint the green color.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

The first part is already painted with green color and the first time I can see the color on a larger area.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

Now the next part is painted green.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

The hood I have painted in 3 steps. First inside, then the side louvers and at last the top part.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

The louvers, which I have not covered, were green. Now, however, too much paint was on the outer side, so I had to sand the green away.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

After my sanding battle it looks like this!

Restaurierung Juli 2009

Now I had to cover all louvers on the inside. I was lucky, the tape had just the right width.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

Now I could paint the second part, the side panels with the louvers.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

That would be done, of course I will let it dry a few days.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

Now I have to prepare, as a last step, the top of the hood.

Restaurierung Juli 2009

The hood is painted now but not finished yet. The finishing process like polishing I will show you within the following months.