| philmco | -- 05-03-2012 @ 6:45 PM |
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I need to purchase some paint and am unsure as to how to go about it and from where a reputable place would be. Any tips? Phil
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| tierod | -- 05-03-2012 @ 9:20 PM |
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There's a Co. in Bethany, CT that is supposed to be good. "Color "something". They advertise in Hemmings. Hope this helps.
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| TomO | -- 05-04-2012 @ 8:04 AM |
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I would purchase the paint locally from a body shop supplier that sells a major brand of paint. Purchase a small amount and spray a panel to ensure that the color is what you expected, then purchase enough to spray the car or panels that you want to refinish. Make sure that you have at least 1 extra quart for touch ups. If the color is not what you expected, you can then have it tinted to your liking. If you buy by mail, you do not have the option of having the paint tinted to your liking. PPG and Sherwin Williams have data banks on the modern equivilants of the antique colors. Tom
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| supereal | -- 05-04-2012 @ 9:59 AM |
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If there is any part of the car that isn't sun faded, such as the firewall or underside of the trunk lid, a good auto paint supplier can use an instrument to devise a paint formula. Paint begins to change hue almost immediately after application. Today's paints are vastly different from those of just a few years ago. Color, followed by a clear coat, is universal now, and water based paint is being used by manufacturers, making old formulas mostly worthess.
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| philmco | -- 05-05-2012 @ 4:15 AM |
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Thanks Tie, Tom and Super for taking time to reply. You've given me some good info. Phil
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