The fenders were in the worst shape of all the body panels that came off. One looks like it'd been gashed and poorly welded up. I spent a lot of time grinding out high spots and getting everything flat. I'm overall happy with how they turned out. The final step in the fenders before paint was to rust convert and rubber undercoat. I used Eastwood Rust Encapsulator Rubber Undercoating. It went on smooth, but took a lot longer to dry than I anticipated. I am happy with how it turned out.
I finally decided on a paint shop in Pueblo. I ended up with John Mares Paint and Body on the south side of town. He came recommended to me by a couple of different people I talked to, and after meeting him, you could tell he is one of the honest good guys in town. So I loaded up all the pieces that are ready for paint and dropped them off. After a couple of weeks I was able to pick up a few panels...and I really like the Rustic Green! I couldn't be happier with the paint job either. If the rest of the Cruiser turns out this good, it will be stunning!
I still have lots of body work to do on the main tub. I've cut out most of the rust and fitted most replacement panels. Before long I'll be welding them in, finishing the body work and getting it off to paint.
