'59 Electra underside colours

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by Premier 350, Sep 19, 2023.

  1. Premier 350

    Premier 350 Chris (aka Webby)

    Being the obessive modeler I am, I strive for accuracy in my builds. So, I'm after some advice re colours on a '59 Electra.


    Underside of the body. I assume red oxide, with primer and top coat overspray?
    Chassis. Black? Low gloss/satin
    Suspension. Black as above?
    Dynaflow. Steel pan, alloy bellhousing, cast iron case?

    As ever , thank you.
     
    Premier 350, Sep 19, 2023
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  2. Smartin

    Smartin antiqueautomotiveservice.com Staff Member

    I think you got the nail on the head. The red oxide IS the primer on the underside.
     
    Smartin, Sep 19, 2023
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  3. woody1640

    woody1640 Well-Known Member

    Are you 100% sure about the red oxide?
    Red oxide is not the only color of primer used by GM back then.


    Keith
     
    woody1640, Sep 19, 2023
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  4. Smartin

    Smartin antiqueautomotiveservice.com Staff Member

    Yeah. The fenders and hood would be black primer, but that’s it.
     
    Smartin, Sep 19, 2023
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