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trailbear

Member Since: 14 Sep 2016
Location: Scotland
Posts: 405

Chassis Paint

I am currently considering paint for the chassis of my vehicle and would like to hear other people’s experience
Of paints that they have used.

I have had a look at both Buzzweld CIO and Rustbusters EM 121 and think they would probably be the
2 options that I would consider.

It would be paintbrush and roller ( as well as Rattlecan if available ) after the suitable preparation.

The vehicle is a 2014 and the chassis is in good condition with minimal surface rust.

My preference is for paint rather than wax, although it will have a wax treatment inside the chassis just not outside.

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

2nd May 2021 10:39am

Bluest

Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 4206

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black

Have a look at GloucesterNige’s YouTube channel (Defender90Keswick or something like that). He has done some good videos on painting his chassis and what product he chose. It’s fair to say he did a thorough job. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS

2nd May 2021 12:31pm

trailbear

Member Since: 14 Sep 2016
Location: Scotland
Posts: 405

Will give that a look, thanks.

2nd May 2021 1:16pm

PCM

Member Since: 25 Jan 2019
Location: North East
Posts: 874

Any of the Buzzweld stuff is very good. Just make sure it's super clean so it sticks. Steam cleaner as per a Dinitrol is the best, Or use a lot of decreaser and time.

Most people blame the product but in reality it's the application.
Sent you a PM.

2nd May 2021 5:29pm

Matt3932

Member Since: 19 Jun 2018
Location: Cheltenham
Posts: 35

Did you go with the Buzzweld CIO - considering it myself so would be good to know your experience?

15th Oct 2021 6:07pm

trailbear

Member Since: 14 Sep 2016
Location: Scotland
Posts: 405

I actually went with em121 paint from rust.co.uk although to be honest I haven’t actually used it yet.

What I don’t like about this paint though is that it is more of a gloss finish in comparison to CIO which has a more satin finish which is closer to the original chassis finish.

I spoke to Foleys SV for their advice and it turns out that their paint shop uses CIO if painting a chassis whenever a customer asks for a painted rather than powder coated finish.

I am still actually undecided whether I should use the em121 or perhaps change my mind and go for the CIO instead.

I am sure that there will be many who will argue the advantages and disadvantages of each paint but I would always caution that each of us has a natural bias in any decision that we make so it really comes down to your personal preference.

I am sorry if my reply cannot cannot be more helpful.

16th Oct 2021 9:13am

Rich1968

Member Since: 03 Nov 2013
Location: Towcester
Posts: 79

I used this a couple of years ago on my TD5 chassis and really pleased with it.

https://www.arc-rite.co.uk/corroless-glass...ize-2167-p

Cheers

Rich

18th Oct 2021 7:54pm

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