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Post Thu Apr 12, 2012 6:00 pm

got a set of h & r s looking a bit crusty and rusty, gonna wire brush and sand down some of it if i can repaint? what should i use hammerite ? or just normal spray paint, thanks
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Post Thu Apr 12, 2012 6:40 pm

The last thing I'd use is Hammerite! It has to be laid on thick to be effective, and it is extremely brittle. Black plant enamel would be my pant of choice.
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Post Thu Apr 12, 2012 6:41 pm

blast and powder coat £20 job done
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Post Thu Apr 12, 2012 6:42 pm

Kos wrote:blast and powder coat £20 job done
Even better suggestion!
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Post Thu Apr 12, 2012 6:59 pm

Brianmoooore wrote:
Kos wrote:blast and powder coat £20 job done
Even better suggestion!
thank you, i'm glad my constructive posts dont go unnoticed lol :thumb: