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> Flapper Restoration (aka Flap Control Box), Springs and Sealing Rubber
Aerostatwv
post May 21 2023, 09:21 AM
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QUOTE(rgalla9146 @ Sep 11 2022, 09:03 AM) *

Yes, that grey
Stoddard sells it.



(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I've used the Stoddard paint and it is close to original color. The coverage is awesome so you don't need multiple coats.

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post May 21 2023, 10:05 AM
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QUOTE(Aerostatwv @ May 21 2023, 08:21 AM) *

I've used the Stoddard paint and it is close to original color. The coverage is awesome so you don't need multiple coats.

I couldn't find the Stoddard paint available anywhere. I think it was discontinued.

I did find Wurth Zinc Weld Thru primer. I sprayed some out and it is very close color match to our 356 muffler. Their spec sheet says: - Heat resistant up to 914ºF

I am currently stuck on how to get them apart for painting without destroying them. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif)
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post May 21 2023, 10:46 AM
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[Just paint them assembled. I dig out the old seals and blast the inside. I have powder coayed sexeral pairs but it may be overkill.
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post May 21 2023, 11:04 AM
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I don’t take them apart. Just blast and powder coat.
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post May 21 2023, 11:31 AM
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As has been mentioned there is no rubber in them & while their purpose is to route heated air to the cabin, they dont get that hot.
I only powder coat the ones that are in new/great shape with the fiber seal still intact, otherwise ..paint.
Oh & I did try to dissasemble one to see if it was possible to renew seals....once. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)
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post May 22 2023, 05:32 PM
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I only powder coat the ones that are in new/great shape with the fiber seal still intact, otherwise ..paint.

When you say "paint", I assume you mean rattle can spray. Did you use special nozzle for that? I am having a hard time seeing how to get paint to the inside flange of the cap for example. The angle just isn't there for a regular rattle can.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/ar15.gif) I guess there's always spray the bejesus out of it and let it run.

I guess with powder coat, you'd get the benefit of the electronic charge that would draw some paint to unseen areas?
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Someone asked if anyone has straightened the four tabs that hold the mushroom shaped air diffuser on. I did and the tabs are pretty strong. They straightened right out with no problems. I slipped a hose over them to do the factory “fix” for vapor lock on my 1970 model 914.
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