Steering column paint

[headejm]

Dash frame and steering column used the same suede paint from the factory. Speaking about 1970 E-bodies.

[Mr Lee]

If your car steering column didn't come with the texture and you want to keep it original then I guess you can just match the color with whatever paint you want? 
If you want the texture... I got mine from TCP Global.  I believe I researched the paint code beforehand and then ordered it from them.  It's Acrylic Lacquer and the finish is awesome.  Did the dash frame and steering column

[johnr]

Cody,  Which texture do you like best as being proper correct for a 1970 ?

[Cuda Cody]

I can appreciate all the different ways to achieve a similar finish as the factory used, but for my columns I prefer to use the same suede paint the factory used. That doesn't mean it's the best choice for everyone else, it's just what I like to used. I can respect the durabilty of powder coating or the efficiency of single part paint and each of those options have a good place in our hobby as alternative choices to the original suede which can be hard to apply.

[fireguyfire]

So back to my original question regarding my 73 column, it sounds like they were originally a matt black finish out of the factory, not a suede finish; is that correct?

[Burdar]

Yes, I used SEM Trim Black. No texture in 73.

[anlauto]

So back to my original question regarding my 73 column, it sounds like they were originally a matt black finish out of the factory, not a suede finish; is that correct?

I believe that is correct....I very rarely come across any E Body column that has a tremendous amount of texture.

[fireguyfire]

Perfect, thanks gents.
Burdar was kind enough to let me know about the mat black a while back; was looking for confirmation from others (even though I know Burdar is right!) and also I'm curious when they stopped painting columns with the suede finish;I'm guessing 72?

[HEMICUDA]

Perfect, thanks gents.
Burdar was kind enough to let me know about the mat black a while back; was looking for confirmation from others (even though I know Burdar is right!) and also I'm curious when they stopped painting columns with the suede finish;I'm guessing 72?

For what it's worth, I can also do the correct finish for your column in powder, I have that figured out. 

[fireguyfire]

I appreciate the offer Hemicuda; when I get the steering column torn apart I'll contact you

[Msbaugh440]

Perfect, thanks gents.
Burdar was kind enough to let me know about the mat black a while back; was looking for confirmation from others (even though I know Burdar is right!) and also I'm curious when they stopped painting columns with the suede finish;I'm guessing 72?

For what it's worth, I can also do the correct finish for your column in powder, I have that figured out.

Any interest in doing a bunch of interior parts in powder coat? Sent ya a PM

[HEMICUDA]

Perfect, thanks gents.
Burdar was kind enough to let me know about the mat black a while back; was looking for confirmation from others (even though I know Burdar is right!) and also I'm curious when they stopped painting columns with the suede finish;I'm guessing 72?

For what it's worth, I can also do the correct finish for your column in powder, I have that figured out.

Any interest in doing a bunch of interior parts in powder coat? Sent ya a PM

Sure, I just finished an interior for blucuda last week.

[blucuda]

My interior pieces turned out looking great.  I have them packaged and put away, otherwise I would send pics showing off the quality work.  You will not be disappointed.

[HEMICUDA]

My interior pieces turned out looking great.  I have them packaged and put away, otherwise I would send pics showing off the quality work.  You will not be disappointed.

Thx for that Scott, I love sharing or work to good people like yourself.   Sorry it took so long to get the parts back to you.  They came in to late Thursday afternoon so I couldn't get them done until Thursday night and ship them back the next day on Friday.     

[Dinocasino]

@HEMICUDA Care to share what color/texture/manufacturer powder you're using? I'd like to coat my column over the winter and am exploring some options. Any input is appreciated!