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**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 06-14-2015, 08:20 PM

Thanks a lot guys. I'm still tempted to replace the leaf springs.

I was thinking it would be nice to spray it off before sanding, but the more I think about it, I should remove as much paint as possible, wash it down, and then leave it in the garage to do all the rest.

BTW, I was surprised to see the original wire harness clips to frame have a plastic coating. They were painted, but with the paint off they're in perfect condition. Tan in color. I think I'll tape em off, paint what little metal is exposed.

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71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,162	Re: Started prepping the rear frame - lots of questions???? please Thanks a lot guys. I'm still tempted to replace the leaf springs. I was thinking it would be nice to spray it off before sanding, but the more I think about it, I should remove as much paint as possible, wash it down, and then leave it in the garage to do all the rest. BTW, I was surprised to see the original wire harness clips to frame have a plastic coating. They were painted, but with the paint off they're in perfect condition. Tan in color. I think I'll tape em off, paint what little metal is exposed. __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring the truck from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s details, OEM identifications & part numbers, written in short order. 700+ images of assm., illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 Last edited by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402; 06-14-2015 at 08:26 PM.