PPG Duracrylic Lacquer System...
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PPG Duracrylic Lacquer System...
Is anyone familiar with this paint or have it on their car? I've heard that Dupont lacquer is good for about 6 years, then it starts to deteriorate and not worth a crap. I've also heard that the PPG lacquer is much tougher, but still not a urethane. Any pro's or con's on the PPG lacquer? Thanks! 
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From: willis Tx
PPG Duracrylic Lacquer System
I painted my 61 vette with PPG Duracrylic @ twelve years ago and it still looks like the day it was painted...however as REDSHARK stated, unless going for NCRS specs i would recommend a good BC/CC system..it should have great gloss and durabilty with little or no upkeep..just a thought..i can send you some pics of of both if interested..
Melting Slicks
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I think if you can find someone to lacquer your car that would be great. I seen BB/CC and the clear does give it a nice shine. Lacquer should last a long time on most C3's. Some, if not many, of these are parked in a garage and not used as a daily driver. If your's falls into that category it should hold up well. I inquired about getting my car repainted about 5 years ago. Everyone wanted to do BB/CC. I assumed that the reason for it was not that it is better than lacquer, it's easier for them to do it and the clear will make it shine.
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I have seen 40+ coats of laquer on cars that shine just as well if not better than BC/CC, but the process is a pain. BC/CC is easier, holds up well (when prepped properly), and plus its new technology.
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From: willis Tx
I know Ill catch a lot of heat over this but PPG Duracryl and DuPOnt Lucite are excellent paint choices. The laquer is easy to apply,its also forgiving. Its also cheaper and dont let anybody tell you any different, its tough and holds up well. Acrylic laquer was the GM choice for years and years. Some of my vettes are painted in factory laquer and still look great. Dont get me wrong..The high performance paints have their place in todays restorations and i use a TON of them..but they have their problems and they also have their cost. If you use Duracryl and select the correct thinner to go with it , you wont be sorry. the laquer will flow out like glass, and if something goes wrong you can sand it out and just reshoot it...I know we could get into a long debate on BC/CC vs Laquer..but what it really boils down to is your intended purpose and personal preference with your car ...bottom line do what makes you happy!
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Originally Posted by Antiques & Classics
I know Ill catch a lot of heat over this but PPG Duracryl and DuPOnt Lucite are excellent paint choices. The laquer is easy to apply,its also forgiving. Its also cheaper and dont let anybody tell you any different, its tough and holds up well. Acrylic laquer was the GM choice for years and years. Some of my vettes are painted in factory laquer and still look great. Dont get me wrong..The high performance paints have their place in todays restorations and i use a TON of them..but they have their problems and they also have their cost. If you use Duracryl and select the correct thinner to go with it , you wont be sorry. the laquer will flow out like glass, and if something goes wrong you can sand it out and just reshoot it...I know we could get into a long debate on BC/CC vs Laquer..but what it really boils down to is your intended purpose and personal preference with your car ...bottom line do what makes you happy!
I agree
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From: Arlington Va Current ride 04 vert, previous vettes: 69 vert, 77 resto mod
the laquer worked great for me especially when i had to repaint it because my daughter cleaned the snow off of daddys sports cart with a shovel. just wet sanded and sanded ...then a shiny new coat appeared..with no adnesion problems
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Line 10 cars up, 1 with lacquer and the others painted with whatever. You can pick the lacquer job every time. Nothing, and I mean nothing beats the appearance of a good lacquer job.
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Looks good!
I would like to see picture after sanding/buffing. I bet it's smoother than a mirror and has more shine than a mirror.
I don't have anything against BC/CC. I worked in a body shop many years ago and seen the results of lacquer. The shop did some real nice cars. Most of the work was in getting these cars painted was in the prep work. Lots of sanding. Typically it would be shot with a few coats and then sanded, a few more coats and then sanded again. At that point the imperfections and sand marks would be covered by a thin layer of paint. Several more coats would be applied before a light sanding and buffing. The owner never wanted a huged amount of paint on it. Since I never got to paint (nor was I allowed to buff), I am not sure how many coats were put on for the final part. I do know that most of the eariler coats were removed prior to this.
I would like to see picture after sanding/buffing. I bet it's smoother than a mirror and has more shine than a mirror.
I don't have anything against BC/CC. I worked in a body shop many years ago and seen the results of lacquer. The shop did some real nice cars. Most of the work was in getting these cars painted was in the prep work. Lots of sanding. Typically it would be shot with a few coats and then sanded, a few more coats and then sanded again. At that point the imperfections and sand marks would be covered by a thin layer of paint. Several more coats would be applied before a light sanding and buffing. The owner never wanted a huged amount of paint on it. Since I never got to paint (nor was I allowed to buff), I am not sure how many coats were put on for the final part. I do know that most of the eariler coats were removed prior to this.
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Hey guys, thanks for all the information. I think todays lacquer gets a bad rap because it doesn't have lead in it like in the '60's. I talked to one painter who wouldn't waste his time with lacquer, he only does BC/CC and another painter who won't paint anything but lacquer.
It seems each painter has his preferences and sticks to them, because neither will change what paint they normally use. I am not a strict follower of NCRS rules, but I want something close. I do prefer a paint that's almost bulletproof, although the car will see outside the garage only occasionally. Thanks for your help, I need to make a decision. PT
It seems each painter has his preferences and sticks to them, because neither will change what paint they normally use. I am not a strict follower of NCRS rules, but I want something close. I do prefer a paint that's almost bulletproof, although the car will see outside the garage only occasionally. Thanks for your help, I need to make a decision. PT
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From: Damascus MD
Okay I will jump in.
I was told by a guy that paints cars that if there are extreme swings in temp. throughout the year that lacquer would check in no time.
I must confess I am skeptical since I do not remember that being a problem but is there some merit to the claim?
I always preferred lacquer because It is cheap and by far the easiest to work with.
Bill
I was told by a guy that paints cars that if there are extreme swings in temp. throughout the year that lacquer would check in no time.
I must confess I am skeptical since I do not remember that being a problem but is there some merit to the claim?
I always preferred lacquer because It is cheap and by far the easiest to work with.
Bill
