{Collins} Re: SSN ST James Gray and the 51J

[Roger Shultz <nj2r@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Fred, 

I have used the SSN St James Gray and it looks like a perfect match to me. I
have done a set of Gold Dust Twins and sitting next to an original paint
312A-1 there is no discernable difference in luster or color.

I have had the best results with over sprays using 2 to 3 very light coats
letting each dry about 15 minutes.

I don't know about the 51J-4 but the 75A-4 drum can be removed by carefully
loosing the brackets holding the shaft enough to allow the drum to be slid
off the shaft on the end away from the S-meter. I then sand down the drum
removing the old decal. After cleaning, I place it on the edge of the trim
on a door frame and draw a pencil mark lengthwise. This will give you a
perfect reference mark for applying the new decal or overlay. Though I
haven't done it, I'm told a light coat of Krylon matte clear finish will
help keep the overlay from marring and dust.

Good luck,

Roger NJ2R

> From: Alfred Carlson <wa7uhr@xxxxxxxxxx>
> Reply-To: wa7uhr@xxxxxxxxxx
> Date: Fri, 03 Sep 2004 19:06:33 -0700
> To: "COLLINS@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <COLLINS@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: {Collins} SSN ST James Gray and the 51J
> 
> Can anyone out there tell me if SSA St. James Gray spray paint will
> match the luster that the original cabinet had.  It seems as if my
> cabinet is more a satin/flat finish than a gloss.  I have a can of San
> paint and also a can of Krylon Semi Flat Black.  I know what the Krylon
> looks like, it's a decent match.  I've never used the SSA St.J.G.  If I
> decide to over spray my 51J-4 cabinet which brand would look more
> natural??
> Also, has anyone changed the dial drum overlay on a J-4.  Instructions
> say to remove the drum.  That looks like a semi major job.  It looks
> possible to do the job by removing the upper cross bar (easy job) and
> then carefully apply the transfer.  I can see that a mistake could be a
> disaster.  Any ideas??  Thanks and 73. de Fred.
> 
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