C1 1959 Muffler and Exhaust Pipe Blackout

[Jimmy J.]

1. Where does the muffler and exhaust pipe blackout start and stop?
2. How is it applied?
3. Where can I buy it? Thanks in advance, Jimmy

[Dennis A.]

Re: C1 1959 Muffler and Exhaust Pipe Blackout

Jimmy...

The archives have a lot on this subject. The exhaust system was painted a dark preservative ( GM # 368663 paint). Paint "runs" observed on the orginal system resulted from a heavy application mixing with the oils on the pipes from the bending operation. Semi-flat black can be used, including for the engine compartment / under body black out process. Noland's book has some pictures of what this looked like under the car.

[Jerry C.]

Re: C1 1959 Muffler and Exhaust Pipe Blackout

BBQ Grill paint works great for the exhaust. Clean pipes good before spraying on from a rattle can.