C1 Tie Rod and Tie Rod Ends

[Jimmy J.]

The judging guide for 1959 says the tie rods and the tie rod ends should not be painted. Is this still the way they should be? A note on my flight judge sheet said, tie rod ends only should not be painted. Just want to be sure before I clean off the paint. Thanks, Jimmy

[Jerry C.]

Re: C1 Tie Rod and Tie Rod Ends

This is a tough subject. I am doing my 5th 58-60 for judging and this time I have the tie rod ends and steering nuckles natural. I called the team leader and was told to do it this way and also the tie rod clamps should be natural. My last two cars I painted the entire front end assembly with no deducts. The front end seems to vary greatly by different judges. Good luck

[Dennis A.]

Re: C1 Tie Rod and Tie Rod Ends

I go for the unpainted vote..including the pittman arm & third arm bearing assembly. I have noted the steering gear housing being unpainted & painted semi-gloss black.