[William]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">We are rolling! As for the rear end mine had some black paint on it but not much. Most likely the axle tubes where painted black and the center section was left unpainted. </div></div>

John Z from our site [CRG] has stated that axles were completely painted after assembly at the Chevy Gear &amp; Axle plant. The brake lines were not installed at that time but the pb cables were. The pinion yoke was masked with a sleeve. Drums were also painted. There are many undercarriage photos in vintage magazines for those needing proof.

With no surface prep or primer the paint didn't adhere well. Don't expect to find much of it 43 years later.