Correct color for '68 Nova L78 parts
 

Hi All,

I rummaged through as many threads as I could over the past few days - and cant find the answer to my question - what is the correct color for the following 4 parts on my '68 L78 Nova resto?

1) Finned front brake drums - i've seen black and natural/cast iron grey on finished cars - but I have no idea what is factory.

2) Rear end - I always thought the diff and rear axles were black, I didn't even think twice about it to be honest. But I've seen a few restorations here on 68's that the owners finished the axle and diff in grey.

3) Leaf springs - same as above - I always thought these were black until I saw some finished cars with natural steel type finish on them.

4) Front springs - the ones that came on my car are black and still have the paper part number stickers on them - but may have been sprayed as I have seen L78 Camaro resto pictures with cast/natural grey finishes.

Apologies if these things have been discussed a thousand times elsewhere and I didn't find the thread if it already existed.

Anyone know what is correct for a proper restoration and can restore my sanity?

Just a bump if anyone could help out, I'd be super appreciative.
Thanks!

All rear axles were coated with glossy black paint after assembly. The pb cables may have light overspray at the backing plates. Circumference of the brake drums was painted; the front varies in coverage. Brake lines were not installed.

As there was no prep, the paint quickly lost adhesion.