Patina preservation

[WHGuy413 2,769]

Hey all, 

 

after using the search bar and scrolling for an hour or so and not finding much I have to ask. What are the best ways to preserve patina? Alex wants to keep his Commando “Archie” original paint but I thought if we could maybe bring the paint back to life it would look even better. I know there are members who like to keep their ways secret which seems kinda dumb since we are all here to help preserve these great tractors. I have no experience in actually preserving the patina on anything but have seen some people mention kerosene, linseed oil, marvals, wd-40 and a product called Flood penetrol. Looking for the pros and cons and the ways you apply it.

 

thanks in advance 

 

Matt

[WHNJ701 4,165]

Johnson's paste wax.  The first thing is to clean, then you want to lightly scuff, then rub in the paste wax.  Then in July or August wait for the hottest day and wipe it down with used drain oil in the sun and let it cook.  And painting the rims is acceptable

[Maxwell-8 4,362]

This one was wiped down with used motoroil

 

I did wipe it off, because of the dirt and dust taht likes to stick to it. 

It now sit in the garage and only comes out when it's dry. 

[peter lena 8,896]

@jabelman  agree with you on the hot sun soak , that hot lubrication paint feed is the start . do mine a little differently , initial  penetrating oil spray down , wait a day , clean cloth rub down , spray it again , day wait , rubdown. next ,use  a paint restoring cleaner  with a 6 "  palm buffer . whatever paint is left , usually comes out  looking very deep in color , most important thing is the lubrication feed to that old paint , pete

[WHGuy413 2,769]

10 hours ago, jabelman said:

Johnson's paste wax.  The first thing is to clean, then you want to lightly scuff, then rub in the paste wax.  Then in July or August wait for the hottest day and wipe it down with used drain oil in the sun and let it cook.  And painting the rims is acceptable

Thanks for reply. What are you scuffing it up with? Does the used oil stay wet and collect dirt and dust?

[WHGuy413 2,769]

23 minutes ago, peter lena said:

@jabelman  agree with you on the hot sun soak , that hot lubrication paint feed is the start . do mine a little differently , initial  penetrating oil spray down , wait a day , clean cloth rub down , spray it again , day wait , rubdown. next ,use  a paint restoring cleaner  with a 6 "  palm buffer . whatever paint is left , usually comes out  looking very deep in color , most important thing is the lubrication feed to that old paint , pete

Thank you. Does it stay wet and collect dust and dirt over time?

[WHGuy413 2,769]

5 hours ago, Maxwell-8 said:

This one was wiped down with used motoroil

 

I did wipe it off, because of the dirt and dust taht likes to stick to it. 

It now sit in the garage and only comes out when it's dry. 

That’s what I’m worried about. I prefer that it doesn’t stay wet and collect dirt and dust.

[peter lena 8,896]

@WHGuy413  with the rub down , it goes to dry , yet it retains a water beading finish. looks good , pete

[Pullstart 63,247]

Some people may not agree, but I’m a fan of clear coat.  Wash it, then wet sand up to 600-1,000 grit and then clean all the residue, then clear.  Crystal or satin works great.  
 

This paint job was far from original, but it had a ton of character.  Mrs. P’s idea to clear it actually.

 

 

[D_Mac 8,903]

I have tried paste wax it does work nice but my go to is a good washing with a degreaser. After the wash I wipe it all down with boiled linseed oil and elbow grease. Yes, a good baking in the sun helps. This 500 Special was cleaned and oiled. Only the wheels, engine, and plow were painted. I also have done this on other tractors and then hit them up with a little clear.

[953 nut 56,263]

I have never used this product but there are a couple of RatRods in town that look like they just got pulled out of the scrap yard but will bead water like they were waxed. Read this review from England. You can buy it at eastwood.com, they sell good products and I've bought from the for years.

https://polishnparts.ie/eastwood-patina-preserver-aerosol-invisible-rust-protectant-coat/

[JCM 9,669]

I learned the WD-40 trick on RS. Beforehand ,I use simple green cleaner undiluted with a wet grout type sponge, let dry then a scotch brite pad then clear water again with a rinsed sponge then let dry and using a clean cotton rag with WD on it and just go over it. I don't worry about the dust as this C-120 is lucky if it gets more than 2 or 3 hours a year on it, but do start it and let it run regularly. Before and after pics.