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08-14-2012, 08:38 AM | #1 |
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Painting a Model A 1930
Hello,
It has been some time since the old girl was painted. Where is the best place to buy paint, and what kind should I use? Also how much paint will be required to paint the under body, fenders, and body? I am trying to restore this properly and could use some assistance. I will likely be buying the paint in the U.S. Canadian standards has went to water base paints not good from what I am hearing. I am referring to Automotive paints. thanks Last edited by DR; 08-14-2012 at 09:46 AM. Reason: clarification |
08-14-2012, 09:03 AM | #2 | |
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Re: Painting a Model A 1930
I think you're refering to house paint, not auto paint. Well, You have much to learn! I'm in the same position and my head is spinning. V.O.C.s is part of it, laquer is another (avoid). Etching primer and filling primer. Phosphoritic acid body wash. Wet or Dry sandpaper. HVLP spray guns. And Preparation, Preparation, Preparation! As a friend, who is in this business said to me," a $10,000 paint job can't save $300 worth of bad body work" You will learn about body fillers and when to use them. And I haven't even touched on damage repair yet. Yes for us amateurs, it is a long job. My theory is to repair everything I can, "rough in" the body filler and let a Pro finish and paint the car. I will also "Prime" some parts. I hope this helps!
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08-14-2012, 09:13 AM | #3 |
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Re: Painting a Model A 1930
Some manufacturers (US) But not all!
PPG, Kirker paints, Sherwin Williams, DuPont, Magnet paints. Body guys have an unwritten rule that if you use a certain manufacturer's primer, it's best that you stick with their paints too. Kirker makes a "kit" for beginners and DIYers that is inexpensive and I've heard good things about. Go to all their sites and read up on each. Terry |
08-14-2012, 09:46 AM | #4 |
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Re: Painting a Model A 1930
thanks
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08-14-2012, 11:25 AM | #5 |
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Re: Painting a Model A 1930
This is from a post on Auto Body Store.com
bhawk A New Member Join DateJun 2006Posts12 I'm in Canada and as of December 2010 they outlawed solvent based color for auto refinishing, so we have to use water borne color coats. They allow 2.1 VOC clears. |
08-14-2012, 01:56 PM | #6 |
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08-14-2012, 02:16 PM | #7 |
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Re: Painting a Model A 1930
DR . . if you wish, you may PM me and I'd be happy to sort out exactly what you need based on what you can do etc. There are many ways to get a quality paint job and sometimes laying out everything on a forum just opens up cans and cans of worms. But tell me your experience and equipment and I'd be glad tp help.
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08-14-2012, 03:31 PM | #8 |
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oregon still has good auto paint !
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08-14-2012, 08:39 PM | #9 |
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Dont be affaid of water based paint .just remember air flow you can get hand held venturi fans from paint jobber.Get a good line of paint and use the complete line dont mix and match .Sherwin-williams has a great line and so does bafs. I have both lines in my shop at this time the base is the only water the rest is still solvent. water base is just as user friendly as reg. base coats just spray and dry each coat before appling next coat and dont pound the color on it will be wet for days. again air flow is the key. and use all waterbase cleaners you dont went any solvent residue on your panels. As with any paint job its all in the prep work good luck.
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