Painted mine with Rust-oleum Gloss Real Orange. It was the closest I could find to one spot on the inside of the swivel base. I feel anywhere close will work. This 8135 was made in 1970 and the Cadets had a 3 year guarantee not the 5 year like the Machinist and Combination Bullets. Post yours visefan when you get it done, would love to see it.