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touchup paint
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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.
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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
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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!!!!!
Regards, Steve Lee
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sarahcecelia |
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
Regards, Steve Lee
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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
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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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kubes40 |
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
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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.
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chasgray |
06-01-2024 @ 9:21 AM
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Thanks everyone I have a plan!
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