70 rally wheel paint gloss level

[Bill L.]

What is the gloss level of the argent silver rally wheel paint. I searched the posts and know 70 should have the greenish tint. I purchased a couple rattle cans from OER Paints advertised as Argent Silver with Green Tint.

The wheels still have a little original paint on the inside front where tires protected it and the rattle can color is pretty good. It just seems a little too glossy. It is not a high gloss and it is sort of a semi gloss.

I thought the argent silver was more of a matte finish.

Luckily I tested the paint on a very small area around the edge of the wheel and on a separate test panel.

Thanks,



Bill

[Alan S.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Hi Bill,
Good to talk to you!
Member Kevin GOODman posted some GOOD pictures of an original wheel and tire from his 71 or 72. I realize they're a bit different in color, but they might give you another clue as to gloss level. Perhaps he can lead you to those pictures!
Regards,
Alan

[Bill L.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

HI Alan,

As the paint dries is seems to better reflect what I see in the pictures. I experimented a little by spraying further away and the sheen looks about right as best I can tell.


Thanks, Bill

[Alan S.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Hi Bill,
It appears to me the paint was sprayed 'wet' enough to sometimes sag and run, so, had some gloss too; but like the door jamb surfaces, (another fun topic), the various surfaces in the wheel had varying gloss.
Regards,
Alan

We should get together, I'd enjoy seeing your car!

[Bill L.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

HI Alan,

We really need to make time to get together. My car is no where near as nice as yours but I keep plugging away. I am a long way from Flight Judging. Lack of finances is slowing progress.

Right now I have the rear suspension partially disassembled.

I would love to see your car too and just talk corvettes.

Bill

[Ron G.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

I am of the opinion that the gloss level is more of a semi-flat than a semi-gloss. I do not believe there is a rattle can color match for the 69 and 70 wheels. I always had it mixed. However, I am in possession of a NOS 1970 spare that has never thouched the ground. It is just one that I have just to have it. After looking at it again, it is a semi-flat with hardly any sheen to it.

[Bill L.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Thanks Ron,

I was afraid that would be the case. I tried the OEM paint they claim is correct an it has a sort of satin finish.

I will search the archives. I know I have seen a formula in there.

Bill

[Paul O.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Here are 3 photos of a later 1971 original spare tire none greenish tint just for a gloss reference.


Paul 18046

[Bill L.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Thanks Paul,

It looks like a matte or semi flat finish with very little gloss as Ron stated.

I can say without hesitation to not waste your money on OEM Argent Silver Paint. I bought what they claim is a match for the Argent Silver with Green tint. I really don't see the green tint n their paint. It is also at least a satin finish if not semi gloss.

Back to square one.


Bill

[Ron G.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Bill,

If you really need some 69-70 correct wheel paint, I may have someone that can still mix it. Again it will be the right stuff. Not close, not good enough , but dead nuts right on.

[Bill L.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

HI Ron,

If you have some one that would be a great help. I am just glad I did a test on something other than the actual wheels.

While I am not ready for Top Flight I keep plugging away. Might be ready for a solid 2nd Flight soon

Thanks,

Bill

[Ron G.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Bill,

You would need to call me at (203) 530-0510 to coordinate this endeavor. Nothing will happen til after I return from NCRS Old Town, but you can still make contact with me if you like.

- Ron

[Bill L.]

Re: 70 rally wheel paint gloss level

Thanks Ron,

I will be in touch.

Bill