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chasgray

05-21-2024 @ 2:06 PM

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Looking for a supplier recommendation for touchup paint for my 1953 F100. Thanks.

37RAGTOPMAN

05-21-2024 @ 3:24 PM

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touch up paint
did you try a local auto body supply store, they should be able to take a photo of your paint and be able to mix it, can do in spray cans, and touch up bottles and more if you need to
I am using CAR QUEST here in MAINE for this,
hope this helps, 37Ragtopman

sarahcecelia

05-28-2024 @ 12:22 PM

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Sherwin Williams photoed a color in my 1972 buick Skylark, mixed it , paid about $25; went home, brushed it on (it left brush marks) it dried in about an hour or two- SMOOTH AS SATIN!!! ( it looked like it was sprayed!!!)And it MATCHED PERFECTLY!!!!!

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05-28-2024 @ 4:27 PM

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Go to your nearest body shop paint supplier with the year and factory color that you want

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kubes40

05-28-2024 @ 4:39 PM

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Chasgrey,
I would never consider buying touch up paint from any place BUT a local supplier that can match your car.
Find a reputable place in your area and if at all possible, bring them a small piece of the car. The cowl vent lid comes to mind.
If they have talent, they should be able to match it darn near perfectly.
Usually there is a minimum amount required, typically a half pint.
It isn't $25 anymore and hasn't been for 25 or more years. A half pint, custom mixed, probably closer to $75 or even a hundred.

Mike "Kube" Kubarth

Drbrown

05-29-2024 @ 8:28 AM

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My '47 was stripped and repainted but I don't know what kind of paint was applied. It appears that one or more clear coats were applied. Does the type for existing paint affect the success of blending-in a repair paint ?

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05-30-2024 @ 1:08 PM

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My biggest fear would be applying a non-compatible chemical to your existing paint.
So yes, there are serious considerations to factor in.

Mike "Kube" Kubarth

CharlieStephens

05-30-2024 @ 1:26 PM

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If you added your general location to your profile someone might suggest a local source that could mix to match your truck.

chasgray

06-01-2024 @ 9:21 AM

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Thanks everyone I have a plan!

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