Inexpensive and Easy Way to Make Suspension Components Look Great

[@ClassicCarCave]

Adam, I did the same thing with my e type IRS cage and it still looks great 8 years on. I left you a comment on your last video I hope you got it Save your back! Cheers Dave

[@heckmacbuff]

These parts were never powder coated at the factory anyway, so painting is the way to go. The finish you have achieved looks very good indeed.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Exactly

[@chrishauser5180]

With Adam’s narration here, this video reminds me of something by Bob Ross if he were to work on cars

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Thank you! That must be the greatest compliment I have ever received!

[@OncaEngineering]

Yes.. yes.. we can put a pretty little carb tune right here in the engine bay.. next to our fine timing chain adjustment. Its your classic car, you can make it into what ever you want. -B.Ross

[@upbuild4397]

The finish on that cradle looks great, excellent job. Thanks for the tip on using that paint, will definitely give it a try 👍 Regards Mark.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Thanks! It’s looking good all together now

[@pstreetgarage7304]

Black and clean. Thats perfect !

[@SparkyGage]

I'd say the word of the day is "motivational"

[@LivingWithAClassic]

I agree

[@8000Christopher]

Hi Adam, nice one. Actually I think even I could do that. LOL BTW, the long sheeve T shirt I got from you a few years back, is great for the Canadian winters, and it's wearing really well. Thanks

[@LivingWithAClassic]

It’s really satisfying actually! Thank you for your support with buying merchandise!

[@Mitkawatch]

Nice! I use the same stuff👍 found a colour that pretty much matches the Flaminia factory underside colour 🎉

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Oh cool!

[@jeffharrison5265]

I love it. Great idea for the daily driver. I'll have to see if that's available here in the states. Thanks.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

I think it should be or a similar Rustoleum paint

[@pumpdumpster]

Thanks, good advice!👏👏👏

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@alexandrecouture2462]

Good job! This kind of paint, called "Tremclad" here, gives a much better job on this kind of steel with some surface rust than what spray paint would do. I did the same on the rusty electric fan that I use on my XJ40, instead of the engine-driven fan. It works well.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Thanks for letting me know what it’s called over there. Confusing that they change the name

[@alexandrecouture2462]

@@LivingWithAClassicThe paint you use and the Tremclad are made to do the same thing, but I wonder if they have the same chemical composition or not. Tremclad is very good and durable, but rather slow to dry, or cure and it has a strong smell. It takes at least a day to stop being sticky to the touch and then many more days to be more durable. It then takes a few months for it to completely cure through its whole coat.

[@johndavey72]

Hi Adam . Well of course as l've painted concours winning cars for over 54 years , l think you can guess the route l took !!! It's difficult to see if mine is any better than yours !! Cheers !

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Glad to hear that John! Once under the car this method looks as good as any powder coating or other expensive coating.

[@donnysweekendvanlifetravel7854]

That is great paint Adam quite a few have roller painted there campervans after thinking paint with great results all the best donny

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Great to hear that others have good experience with it

[@uhn100]

It looks amazing what brilliant advice Adam thank you Andy Allen.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Very welcome

[@shauntvr4312]

Better than factory nice job 👍

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Yes it is

[@lionelguilbert6493]

Nice work Adam, I used that paint in the trunk of my Rover P6 and Citroen DS, looks great. It's definitely cheaper in the US though, at about $15-17 for that same size can....

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Wish we had those prices here! Must be rare with a P6 and DS in the states

[@donx03]

We're same same. Don't want concours but want it to look nice. 👍

[@mattwalker4034]

Great result, big improvement

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Thanks!

[@richardgreene3460]

Here in the states, the BEST is POR15 or Miracle Paint! These put a ceramic seal over the rust. Awesome products! Warning: Wear gloves! If it dries on your hands, nothing can get it off (until it wears off)!

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Those are great products however both require a bit of prep. What I like about this product is the prep is very quick yet it lays a long time

[@richardgreene3460]

@LivingWithAClassic I have used both for 30 years. The only prep is to use a wire brush to remove the rust flakes and then paint the metal. I painted a metal can about 30 years ago (when I restored my 62 XKE), leaving it outside. It's the same today as back then. AMAZING! I have not had much luck with rust protection using Rustoluem products! Perhaps, the formula is different in Europe.

[@robinfoster7597]

My Dad always used Humbrol red enamel paint on his suspension. It lasts for years and the dirt just falls off.

[@GaryReynolds-qt7hv]

This paint doesn't appear to be available in the US

[@OncaEngineering]

I think it is a Rust oleum product.. go for gloss black.

[@williamellis3961]

Yes this is available as Rustoleum black. I painted my xj12 cage in black 15 years ago and it still looks very great.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Seems some other viewers have found it in the states

[@WilliamKennedy-e5j]

Yes , I am not looking for perfection or going to car shows to be judged . I buy many Rust-Oleum products myself .

[@LivingWithAClassic]

They do make great products!

[@davidnorton5887]

Hammerite used to be good, until they took out the nasty xylene solvent. The smell would knock your head off, but it did what it said on the can.

[@michaelprice1710]

Hello Adam, I contacted you about a 1992 XJ6 VDP where when the brake is applied both the brake light and the antilock brake lights flashes on and then off, Could it be the brake switch?

[@alexandrecouture2462]

He did reply to your comment on a previous video. I did reply too. Can you go take a look?

[@michaelprice1710]

@@alexandrecouture2462 Why are you getting in my business. Please stay in your lane.

[@LivingWithAClassic]

Check your accumulator. Sounds like it’s getting weak. If you don’t know how old it is I’d replace it as a first test

[@russellwhite7407]

👍🇦🇺

[@jagvette1]

WHY do you and a lot of guys do stuff on the floor, put it on a bench or a WorkMate it's so much easier.