[TR] Front grill valance 1972 Triumph TR6

[Bob]

On Friday, January 14, 2011 06:06:19 pm thenicholls at verizon.net wrote:
> List,
> 
> Happy 2011.  Working on my TR6 if it ever warms up.
> 
> One owner 72 TR6.  I worked on a front grill restoration, the original one
> had plastic wrapped on the lower valance (which I have heard from other
> owners they have seen).
> 
> I removed the entire grill, replaced the valance with one from TRF, painted
> the grill, and put it all back together.  It turned out great.
> 
> Two years later, the point at the front of the valance has the paint off
> and rust showing.  So, I purchased another valance from TRF and am looking
> for some advice.
> 
> What would be the best way to prevent this from happening again.  My
> thoughts: 1.)  Paint the whole thing with Rustoleum
> 2.)  Paint the whole thing with a matte finish clear coat
> 
> Any input on this would be appreciated, thanks in advance.
> 
> Craig
> 1972 Triumph TR6
Craig,
If you mean the black piece that fits on those slots in front of and is then 
attached to the grill. I would have it powder coated in a matte black. That 
should keep it from rusting.

Bob,

Also with a 72.