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Old 10-17-2008, 11:24 AM
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For all the satin black under the hood (suspension, frame, power steering pump, etc...) what is the most durable? Should I use rattle cans or buy 2 part paint (Omni etc.) and some flattener? I am looking for something that looks professional.

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Old 10-17-2008, 11:37 AM
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If you want a nice, two part semi flat paint, check out Spies Hecker Ralley black.
Old 10-17-2008, 12:21 PM
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The durability of paint is more in the cleaning and preparation of the surface and allowing adequate time to completely dry, than who manufactured it. Krylon semi-flat black works very well.
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Old 10-17-2008, 03:40 PM
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Hi 71W,
I agree with 7T1.
Krylon #1613 is a good choice for semi-flat black. I like the look but also you can touch it up very easily if you need to with out leaving a 'ghost' ring around the touched up area.
In Maryland you can only find #1613 in Commercial paint stores now, not in W-mart, etc. as use to be the case.
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My problem is that I live in California and all the good rattle can paint is gone. I go to Arizona to visit friends about 4 times a year and buy paint there. Even the house paint is better in Arizona!!
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Yes...but you're GREEEEEN!

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