Mpgp1999 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 On a 1926 Dodge is the oil pan painted? I am removing oil chipping paint and it occurred to me that the oil pan may not have been painted. Is there anything I can do to protect it if it is left bare? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichBad Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Galvanised from new. Can be redone and not expensive but you’ll have to remove the internal oil baffle first which is riveted in place. Then refit after galvanising and solder the heads of the rivets to seal them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB26 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 (edited) On my 26. I painted mine high heat black, but it wasn’t painted when I removed it. Could tell it was galvanized. Will regalvanize in the future when I’m more seasoned. Don’t have soldering capabilities at the moment. I can do electrical but not big stuff. Edited January 24, 2019 by DB26 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 I left mine galvanised. Cleaned up just fine. The bell housing, however, I painted same as engine - similar colour to yours. Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 I cheated and sprayed it with a color that looks like galvanized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted January 25, 2019 Author Share Posted January 25, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted January 25, 2019 Author Share Posted January 25, 2019 Is there anything I can do to protect bug galvanization that is on there. Maybe shellac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 The flash makes it look brighter than it is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nearchoclatetown Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Matthew, they make a galvanize spray paint. It is not perfect but works pretty good. It would be available at industrial places, maybe a welding supply shop. McMaster-Carr has it too, mail order. I forgot you are in the communist state so it may not be available locally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 I have gotten most of the paint off. I am down to the original galvanize. Is there anything I can do to protect it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 (edited) And if anyone is wondering yes I am in a Home Depot parking lot. I have no access to a garage. Edited January 28, 2019 by Mpgp1999 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 They actually let you strip parts in their parking lot?? Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 To stop me would require someone caring and an employee ( manager ) will have to come out to speak with me. I work there there is a lot of red tape when it comes to speaking with customers. For example, if someone is stealing stuff we are not allowed to say or do anything ( except tell a manager) the company fears that an employee could be harmed. I was hidden from View and far from the entrance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 You shouldn't need to do anything to protect it. It's galvanised. Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinneyhill Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 When cleaning paint off a galvanised finished, NEVER use a wire brush. You will scratch the galvanising and shorten its life. If you can see steel through it or perhaps the odd wee rusty spot, there are galvanising paints. I have a dull one that is 90% zinc and a shiny finish one that is only about 50% zinc. It is not as good as galvanising because it is nowhere near as thick, so you need several coats. From very hazy memory, I think standard hot dip galvanising is 300+ microns thick. How thick is a spray paint? - that will be your zinc paint too. That zinc plating will be passivating (preventing rust on) all the steel attached to it (e.g. the bolts, the block), so don't skimp if you want to paint it with zinc paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Cutler Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 On 1/24/2019 at 4:58 PM, JayG said: The flash makes it look brighter than it is. Don't have a dog in this fight, but just observing the convo, and was wondering Is there no chance of galvanic corrosion with the cooper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinneyhill Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 There is, but if there is a gasket between it is reduced. The zinc will disappear first, then the steel nuts and bolts and the sump. But if it leaks oil, no problem at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Cutler Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, Spinneyhill said: There is, but if there is a gasket between it is reduced. The zinc will disappear first, then the steel nuts and bolts and the sump. But if it leaks oil, no problem at all! External lubrication...!!! Edited January 28, 2019 by Surf City '38 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted February 18, 2019 Author Share Posted February 18, 2019 I am trying to put the oil pan back on. It is quite difficult without a creeper or a jack. Upside down and on cold gravel is not an ideal condition. I managed to get that “DARN” oil level rod in the hole and I have a vise grip on it to keep it from falling. I got one bold in by the flywheel and one on near the carburetor. The passenger side (exhaust) is a mile away. Any tips and tricks. Also the oil pump is completely out is there any advice on replacing it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 I find it easier to place a magnet next to the hole where the rod exits the block. It holds the rod in place while you concentrate on fitting the pan. It is important to make sure the oil pump drive locates properly. You also have to watch the external oil pipe. The most common problem is the rear crank oil seal getting dislodged as you fit the pan in place. Good luck. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinneyhill Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 Roll out some old carpet on that gravel, or a TV/washing machine/fridge box or something. Much more comfortable! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB26 Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 13 hours ago, R.White said: I find it easier to place a magnet next to the hole where the rod exits the block. It holds the rod in place while you concentrate on fitting the pan. It is important to make sure the oil pump drive locates properly. You also have to watch the external oil pipe. The most common problem is the rear crank oil seal getting dislodged as you fit the pan in place. Good luck. +1 on the magnet. Made a 2 man job into a 1 man job. And yes that rear felt loves to come loose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPW Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 On 1/28/2019 at 8:34 AM, R.White said: You shouldn't need to do anything to protect it. It's galvanised. Ray. Hi Ray, I have a 1927 Dodge Sedan in UK (Cambridgeshire), do you know the best place in the USA where I can purchase parts ??? my email address is trucksandcars@btinternet.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRankin Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 On 2/19/2019 at 12:27 PM, TPW said: Hi Ray, I have a 1927 Dodge Sedan in UK (Cambridgeshire), do you know the best place in the USA where I can purchase parts ??? my email address is trucksandcars@btinternet.com There are a few (eBay being one) but I've found these two to mostly have what I needed and were the most helpful and friendly as well: ROMAR DB Parts and Services Myers Early Dodge Parts 1914 -1930 In fact, Tom and Cindy at Myers have helped me with a heck of a lot of advice as well as parts, and I'm working on removing the engine from one of my Touring Cars to send to George at ROMAR so he can restore/rebuild it for me. Hope this helps. - Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 On 2/19/2019 at 5:27 PM, TPW said: Hi Ray, I have a 1927 Dodge Sedan in UK (Cambridgeshire), do you know the best place in the USA where I can purchase parts ??? my email address is trucksandcars@btinternet.com I have always found Tom and Cindy most helpful. One downside of owning an American car in England is the cost of shipping and customs charges. On average, everything works out at twice the price...😲 Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mpgp1999 Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 FYI all the paint strippers they sell at Home Depot (in California) suck. The best stripper I used is the old aircraft paint stripper brand. It stripped my rubber gloves. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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