Parkolac 30 update

[Gary B.]

[Gene M.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Obtaining the commercial varnish one's self would seem to be more prudent. Maybe Enduro Conversion Varnish, Clear Butcher Block Oil, Polyimide varnish, there are four types of varnish - alkyd, polyurethane, spar, and quick-drying. Some are visible more than others.

[Larry M.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Obtaining the commercial varnish one's self would seem to be more prudent. Maybe Enduro Conversion Varnish, Clear Butcher Block Oil, Polyimide varnish, there are four types of varnish - alkyd, polyurethane, spar, and quick-drying. Some are visible more than others.

I believe that what he recommends is Sprayon S00600 Clear Insulating Varnish. Bar Code of #75577-90600. 12 oz spray can. Not for retail sale. Made/sold by Diversified Brands out of Cleveland, Ohio, 44115.

Used primarily in the electrical motor repair trade.

FWIW.

Larry

[Gary B.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Larry,

I don't know what brand or type of varnish it is. Richard just told me came in "large" cans, which made me think it wasn't the same size as a standard can of spray paint. I think Richard is willing to re-sell the varnish by the can for those who want to apply it themselves. That would save people the hassle of testing and comparing the different types that Gene mentions. Richard has been using the same varnish for a while and he's happy with it.

Gary

[Patrick H.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Sprayon S00600 Clear Insulating Varnish
Not for retail sale.

Though apparently easily available at Grainger, Fastenal, and by ordering on the web.

It would be interesting to see what this looks like on phosphate metal. It is listed on the Sprayon site as being gloss, which would not be at all correct to try and look like Day 1. Has anyone actually tried this?

Matte lacquer would probably look a lot more authentic, were I to choose a paint topcoat.


Patrick

[Gary B.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Though apparently easily available at Grainger, Fastenal, and by ordering on the web.

It would be interesting to see what this looks like on phosphate metal. It is listed on the Sprayon site as being gloss, which would not be at all correct to try and look like Day 1. Has anyone actually tried this?

Matte lacquer would probably look a lot more authentic, were I to choose a paint topcoat.


Patrick

Just keep in mind that at this point in time there isn't any confirmation that what Richard uses is the Sprayon product. I bet Richard would reveal what it is if someone cares to contact him and ask. I neglected to do so when I spoke with him.

Gary

[Larry M.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Just keep in mind that at this point in time there isn't any confirmation that what Richard uses is the Sprayon product. I bet Richard would reveal what it is if someone cares to contact him and ask. I neglected to do so when I spoke with him.

Gary

Gary:

The Sprayon Varnish I mentioned was purchased by me from Richard Fortier a few years back. That is what he was using at that time, and recommended it to me. Perhaps he has changed brands since then. Agree it is best to call and get the info straight from him.

Larry

[Gary B.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Gary:

The Sprayon Varnish I mentioned was purchased by me from Richard Fortier a few years back. That is what he was using at that time, and recommended it to me. Perhaps he has changed brands since then. Agree it is best to call and get the info straight from him.

Larry

Larry,

Well in that case you know more about this than I do.

Gary

[Patrick H.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Gary:

The Sprayon Varnish I mentioned was purchased by me from Richard Fortier a few years back. That is what he was using at that time, and recommended it to me. Perhaps he has changed brands since then. Agree it is best to call and get the info straight from him.

Larry

Larry,

How does it look when used on a phosphated part? Is it actually glossy?

Patrick

[Gary B.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Patrick,

Richard told me that he does two misting coats. I think he said it you lay it on too thick it will become too glossy.

Gary

[Gary B.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Patrick,

Another key question that remains to be answered is, what did the finish look like after the Parkolac 30 treatment? What level of gloss did that have?

Gary

[Larry M.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

Larry,

How does it look when used on a phosphated part? Is it actually glossy?

Patrick

Pat:

I dunno. I have not yet used it on anything. It is still sitting on the shelf.

I purchased a number of things from Richard a few years ago for my 1967 car. At that time he recommended this Sprayon Varnish for coating various metal components. It was cheap so I bought some based on his recommendation. Later I used some existing Eastwood Diamond Clear Satin that I had to coat the items............so I never popped the top on the varnish spray can. I like the Eastwood stuff.

Sorry I can't be more help to you guys.

Larry

[Gary B.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

All,

I'm hoping that someone will take the great opportunity to try the true Parkolac 30 treatment at $600 per gallon and have something treated post-black phosphate so we can all learn what the result looks like!!! I'm not volunteering.

Gary

[Bill C.]

Re: Parkolac 30 update

I purchase a "parkerizing" solution from NCRS member Grant Wong. He sells it in a quart bottle.

It is a heated process.

blast/clean metal
place into solution at specify temp
and cook till it gets the dark grey finish with little sparkles in it.

I used it on the female and male hood hinges on a C3 and also the "toe board" heart shields on the 72.
worked like a charm.