# Faulkner gets a Redo **URL:** \ **Category:** Rebuilds\ **Created:** [August 28, 2015, 8:18pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670 "2015-08-28T20:18:50Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 29
**Author:** ![big\_m](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/big_m/32/16_2.png) [@big\_m](https://59plymouth.net/u/big_m)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2018, 9:34pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/561 "2018-07-23T21:34:52Z")
Dan, I have piles of used grills, so if you are unable to get a good one from E-bay, let me know, and I’ll see if I have a super nice one. —John ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2018, 10:52pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/562 "2018-07-23T22:52:24Z")
Dick, I got all of those emails, thanks! And I bought the NOS base molding from the link you sent me. The NOS grilles are phenomenally expensive, though - since I’m getting parts reanodized, a decent used one will do. There is one on eBay that might be worth the price, but I was holding off to hear from Jim Hamsher or John Fowlie. > [@big m](#): > > I have piles of used grills, so if you are unable to get a good one from E-bay, let me know, and I’ll see if I have a super nice one. That’s music to my ears, John! I’d much rather deal with someone I know and trust. Pick me out a super nice one (passenger side) and we will take it from there. Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Dick\_Koch](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/dick_koch/32/19_2.png) [@Dick\_Koch](https://59plymouth.net/u/Dick_Koch)\ **Post date:** [July 24, 2018, 1:09am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/563 "2018-07-24T01:09:04Z")
Just a suggestion, to have one re-anodized they have to take it apart, and de-anodize it and its prohibitably expensive. First i would try my tooghbrush trick with mag cleaner. Get a good one from John. Then try it. Dick ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 24, 2018, 3:09am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/564 "2018-07-24T03:09:57Z")
Dick, I’ll try it - but, I think Ron said he sent his out (along with a bunch of other aluminum parts). They dipped them somehow to strip the anodizing, then reanodized - **_without_** taking them apart. I dunno, maybe it’s a Dutch thing? 😒 Matthew, can you comment? I can say that I spot tested some Flitz polish on the gas flap aluminum, and the results were pretty good. I forget where I saw them recommended for aluminum, and I bought some. I will give it a try on the driver’s side grille from Faulkner. Hey, I’ve got lotsa toothbrushes! ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2018, 2:37am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/565 "2018-07-25T02:37:16Z")
Score! John has a passenger grille piece with no dings or scratches, just needs cleaning and polishing - and a great price. Once again, Big M proves it is the go-to place for MoPar enthusiasts. Dick, the trim pieces I waylaid is boxed up, and will be winging its way to Palm Beach Gardens in the morning. ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 27, 2018, 11:33pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/566 "2018-07-27T23:33:09Z")
I did a little engine compartment detailing today… ![IMG_7020.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/9/9dec773089dc8a6e81f21f58ec8f2507e90341de.jpeg) _The poor man’s bead blaster makes short cleanup of bolts_ _It looks like at least two of the bolts - the ones between the top of the water pump, and the bottom - penetrate the water jacket._ ![IMG_7024.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/0/02b5bca055b204d71c97cc59d001d0b8bdd49d10.jpeg) _Wire-brushed, vacuumed, mineral spirits, wipe and spray. Forgot to take a pic after I painted the pulley black_ ![IMG_7025.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/7/7cebe331c0e3e16f5004241eac40fb72252f7c73.jpeg) _Rockers look great! Like it had just been rebuilt_ ![37837069_118002062460547_1032746747706736640_n.jpg](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/9/97435be93fd1cca41e7efb0fca674dd840a1f30c.jpeg) _Oh, Yeah - It’s Got a Poly!!_ ![IMG_7026.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/1/13fc598930c405a8e7164ad011531a4716904407.jpeg) _Once red ('58 block), then silver, to be red again. All scraped and wiped down with mineral spirits_ ![IMG_7027.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/f/f0fe8fd7ad7c3910606cec3af8f1cb70eda289fa.jpeg) _Like Matthew did 'em_ ![IMG_7028.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/0/0bac9cd6969d6bff3724f31b3faaec139fddd40c.jpeg) ![IMG_7073.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/a/aa5708c268fa89999618949974cc6e2a1d5e8408.jpeg) ![IMG_7074.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/1/11db5ad5d38edfc9fcc9f3d47c808d440e6606f0.jpeg) _I’m thinking this red has a little too much orange in it for me… I might revisit the color_ Any advice about PermaTex’ing the water pump bolts? I’ll be leaving the covers off until I am ready to start up the engine - I’ll put a little oil on the rocker parts before any serious cranking. ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 12:16am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/567 "2018-07-30T00:16:34Z")
I picked up the VHT engine paint for the valve covers when Ron, Matthew and I visited the Eastwood store in Pottstown. ![IMG_7084.jpg](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/4/458aea7130b00fb6edf2d5f8367d59e13957a214.jpeg) _The reason the paint looks a little orange to me, is because…_ ![IMG_7085.jpg](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/c/c18f53fe47658cc5e504463a78b11d5fc0a86f48.jpeg) _Oh Noes! It’s Bowtie Orange!_ ![IMG_7086.jpg](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/9/9c4dc18f81e97500ba637382b44a8d05b52e85ae.jpeg) _I just happened to have a couple of cans of this – I think I’ll give it a try_ ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 12:21am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/568 "2018-07-30T00:21:56Z")
Srlsly. I know the water pump gasket keeps water from leaking out from the pump chamber. But, the left and right bolts at mid-height don’t go through this chamber, and apparently go through the water jacket (or else antifreeze wouldn’t chase the bolts when I remove them). What’s to keep fluid from seeping along the length of the bolt shaft, and out under the bolt head? PermaTex, or no? (_Tap_, _tap_…) Hey, is this mike on? ---
**Author:** ![william0431](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/william0431/32/57_2.png) [@william0431](https://59plymouth.net/u/william0431)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 12:52am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/569 "2018-07-30T00:52:35Z")
I have used this before on a few engines to seal the water pump bolts and header bolts that go in to the water jacket. its Loctite Head Bolt and Water Jacket Sealant 1158514 > **[Loctite 1158514 Loctite Head Bolt and Water Jacket Sealant | Summit Racing](https://www.summitracing.com/int/parts/lct-1158514/overview/)** > > Free Shipping - Loctite Head Bolt and Water Jacket Sealant with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Adhesives and Sealants at Summit Racing. ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 1:07am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/570 "2018-07-30T01:07:47Z")
Thanks Will! Do you just put it on the threads, or also on the bolt shaft? ---
**Author:** ![william0431](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/william0431/32/57_2.png) [@william0431](https://59plymouth.net/u/william0431)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 1:47am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/571 "2018-07-30T01:47:57Z")
I just slime some on the threads. No need to over do it but enough to ensure a good seal in the threads. My hands are itching, its been MONTHS since I have gotten to work on a car 😐 but at least I can live vicariously through you and Faulkner 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 1:27pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/572 "2018-07-30T13:27:23Z")
Thanks Will. I ordered that goop from Amazon - four bucks cheaper, free shipping! ---
**Author:** ![Dick\_Koch](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/dick_koch/32/19_2.png) [@Dick\_Koch](https://59plymouth.net/u/Dick_Koch)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 7:04pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/573 "2018-07-30T19:04:11Z")
Dan, got the two stainless pieces. Dick. ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2018, 7:23pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/574 "2018-07-30T19:23:37Z")
Yay! Do your magic, Doc! ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [August 2, 2018, 12:47am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/575 "2018-08-02T00:47:34Z")
John Fowlie to the rescue. Yet again! ![IMG_7093.jpg](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/8/8e1aaf98d9cf65f30d6cfe1df6653351c66b7afd.jpeg) …and a driver’s side outside door handle (mine has a small ding) is on its way! Thanks for everything you do, John! ---
**Author:** ![big\_m](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/big_m/32/16_2.png) [@big\_m](https://59plymouth.net/u/big_m)\ **Post date:** [August 2, 2018, 4:06pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/576 "2018-08-02T16:06:48Z")
You’re more than welcome, Dan!! You did wonders on polishing the grill. Looks great! ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [August 2, 2018, 11:07pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/577 "2018-08-02T23:07:54Z")
> [@](#): > > You did wonders on polishing the grill. Looks great! Looks great from 10 feet, doesn’t it! I haven’t touched it yet, John - it’s a testimony to the condition of the part you sold me at such a reasonable price. Still needs cleaning, though! ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [August 4, 2018, 11:36pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/578 "2018-08-04T23:36:39Z")
I’d hoped to get a lot done today, but it was all I could do to finish the radiator core, and the bolt-on half of the battery shelf. Where I couldn’t use the “Poor Man’s Bead Blaster”, I used a drill with a wire brush. I’m happy with the results, though!! ![IMG_7099.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/e/ea5c1830a7771f9247d9fbf81844ef51906825e1.jpeg) _Just getting started_ ![IMG_7100.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/8/84c57686441a11f6288e7bcd096626c1369c8dbf.jpeg) _Flip side_ ![IMG_7101.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/0/0b1501759d1375fcbe6e1106cc6d3a3a80728199.jpeg) _After cleanup, ospho, and banging out a dent_ ![IMG_7102.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/0/0a637ada85ccba9f8a88cc9eb91e8d9895cafdc4.jpeg) _Oh yeah - a good dose of frame rustproofing on the innards_ ![IMG_7111.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/d/d09bad520850e40201a60ab6f8fade9d1f1efd54.jpeg) _Lookin’ good_ ![IMG_7106.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/d/d8ca528ebe1b313842709c93994e76cf91cec93d.jpeg) _I applied 3M seam sealer to the pinholes in the battery tray support - you can see it here_ ![IMG_7107.JPG](https://59plymouth.net/uploads/default/original/2X/f/fbdcf216a1bbd7267f9ebf3d101bc9d55b3409d1.jpeg) _Rust-proofed corrosion should be hidden by the battery tray_ ---
**Author:** ![william0431](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/william0431/32/57_2.png) [@william0431](https://59plymouth.net/u/william0431)\ **Post date:** [August 5, 2018, 11:27pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/579 "2018-08-05T23:27:29Z")
Looks great Dan! like the old saying restoration saying go’s " Paint it black and put it back". Nothing like a fresh coat of chassis black to keep the motivation high. Your battery shelf looks to be in great shape. I have had good luck in the past using POR 15 on the base metal with chassis black top coat on my battery trays, It gives it one extra layer of protection to the corrosion from the battery. Just don’t get POR 15 on your skin or you will be wearing it for a month 😆 ---
**Author:** ![Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/user_avatar/59plymouth.net/faulkner/32/21944_2.png) [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Post date:** [August 5, 2018, 11:37pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670/580 "2018-08-05T23:37:52Z")
I end up wearing **_everything_** that’s liquid, Will. Some solids, too 😮😒 I haven’t tried POR 15, but I’ve used gallons of Eastwood rust encapsulator. I wipe it down with Ospho (Dick swears by it), use a Yuengling Timer\*, wipe it off and encapsulate. For the engine compartment, I’ve been using Rustoleum gloss black. _\*Yuengling - the official timer of the '59 Plymouth Forum_ [Previous page](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670.md?page=28) [Next page](https://59plymouth.net/t/faulkner-gets-a-redo/2670.md?page=30)