Calling all Painters a question 4U
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Melting Slicks
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Calling all Painters a question 4U
I finaly have a nice big building to work in and would like to do my own paint work. Body work doesn't scare me but put a paint gun in my hand and I get to be a nervous wreck. I have learned that todays paints are complex and require all products to be from the same manufacture to be compatible. I also understand that painting Vettes and metal cars are much the same but there are many differences. I have any 87 Vette and a 67RS Camaro the I would like to paint in the future. My questions are: How do I choose which type of paint to use on a project? Which types of paint are more forgiving to a novice? (Please forgive for this one) If I did alll the body work and primer/sealer what about having Maco shoot the final color? (I know that should bring out controversy). Of all the things connected with cars Paint and Autotrans are the most mystifying. Thanks in advance for your advice. :confused: :confused: :confused:
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Re: Calling all Painters a question 4U (87bob)
PPG makes a new paint under the DCC name. "like DBC" which is a base coat/clear coat, The DCC is just a single stage. But the results are almost as nice as a base/clear. The advantages are you can really build up the paint, let it cure, and block it out, so you don't have to worry about orange peel so much, you can have runs all you want, just as long as your prepared to put some elbow grease into block sanding. Then just polish it up and it will come out looking like a mirror "It's extreemly forgiving and easy to work with". and if you so choose at a later time, you can apply a clear coat for added portection. Though I must say, this paint dries very very hard. almost like a clear. If you are truly worried about flaws in the paint, then stay away from dark pigments and neutral colors/shades. bright Colors like red/yellow/greens, and any in between have a tendancy to be better at hiding surface flaws.
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From: Ashley Michigan
Re: Calling all Painters a question 4U (87bob)
With the vette, you can also use a hotter reducer to help things flow out better. AS, fiberglass absorbs it quicker, so will be less likely to run. Good luck
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Re: Calling all Painters a question 4U (87bob)
Bob, If you have the patience and skill to do the bodywork and prepwork properly, chances are you can paint too. Today's basecoat/clearcoats are very forgiving and can be repaired easily in case you screw it up. As far as which brand, I would recommend that you visit a local paint supply store and ask alot of questions. The counter staff should be knowledgeble and helpful and not treat you like you are a PITA. The right guys can help make the project a lot less stressfull. My preference is Dupont products but there are many fine paints available.
As far as the post stating to use hotter reducer on a Vette, I would have to question the experience of the author. First of all the fiberglass does not absorb solvents if it has been properly primed and sealed. Secondly, always use the proper reducers based on the temperature of the painting facility on the day of application.
A good site for info is http://www.autobodystore.com
There is also a good article on painting by Lars in the tech section. Good Luck, Craig :cheers:
As far as the post stating to use hotter reducer on a Vette, I would have to question the experience of the author. First of all the fiberglass does not absorb solvents if it has been properly primed and sealed. Secondly, always use the proper reducers based on the temperature of the painting facility on the day of application.
A good site for info is http://www.autobodystore.com
There is also a good article on painting by Lars in the tech section. Good Luck, Craig :cheers:
