Paint Type?

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Lypheus

Discussion Starter · Apr 4, 2001

Hey, just talking around and came across some different choices .. and wanted to know what the VMF crew thinks!

Ok, I have ppl asking whether I want base/clear or enamel paint? Which is best for a classic stang? Also, are there other alternatives out there which provide better protection (I heard once of this paint where you could "key" it and still not scratch it) ....

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· #2 · Apr 4, 2001

this depends on your intentions. Are you going for an original look or custom show entry. A daily driver or will it be used to haul hay bales around? what are you budgeted for?

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Lypheus

Discussion Starter · #3 · Apr 4, 2001

I want a nice looking daily driver ... and to have the paint look nice and shiney + have that "deep" look to it.

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Mach1Pilot

· #4 · Apr 4, 2001

Go with basecoat/clearcoat. Enamel won't give you that deep look without lots of hand rubbing and multiple coats. It will be shiny, but not deep or glossy. The difference in cost should be negligible, since the bulk of the cost is in the labor, not the materials.

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66emberglow

· #5 · Apr 5, 2001

Urethane basecoat clearcoat system will give you the best deepest longest lasting paint that is available. It costs a little more, but well worth it.

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Mach1LloydAb

· #6 · Apr 5, 2001

Your best for your money would be base coat/clear coat With the clear on there the uv rays won't affect the colour. Enamals tend to go chalky and fade after time.

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