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Old 09-15-2024, 05:58 AM   #1
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Scratched the awning arm, paint color??

I had the main awning out, was working on propane modification, just about ready to test it, had my readers on and blamo... face planted right into the arm of the awning.... ouch.

Hit it so hard the right lens popped out of the glasses frame and bent the arm.... luckily was able to repair the readers back to 100% (+1 for Lacoste frames LOL.).

However, in the after math, the edge of the lens left a nice reminder and I can see the metal below with a nice 2" or so scratch.

Anyone know how to "touch it up", what color to use, and where to buy the paint from? I assume this is galvanized so I'm thinking a touch up paint is needed just to fill in and clean it up so the metal doesn't start rusting.

Anyone have any idea?

Thanks.
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Old 09-15-2024, 08:04 AM   #2
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It's anodized aluminum.
IMO, forget it. However if it bothers you enough Zip Dee will be happy to sell you a new part.
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Old 09-15-2024, 08:13 AM   #3
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Universal Silver is a pretty good match for our aluminum and painted surfaces, and you can buy their paint anywhere paint is sold.

I kept the touch up pens from Auto Zone.

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