questions about painting whole car?
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questions about painting whole car?
OK , frist question is about preping. I know I do not need to go allthe way down to bare metal or plastic, but if there are some areas with paint chips that go all the way to metal, what do I need to do in those spots?
Next, I got a quote for factory paint code color for Navy Blue Metalic in Dupont brand paint. I asked for 1 Gallon. I also got 1 gallon of Dupont Clear. What do I need for my 99 z28 as far as hardeners, flex-agents, reducers, etc, and how much do I mix it with the paints. Also, when adding the flex agent for the bumper covers etc...does it hurt to spray and "blend it into the hood and fender area so the darker color does not show up on the bumper etc?
Next, I got a quote for factory paint code color for Navy Blue Metalic in Dupont brand paint. I asked for 1 Gallon. I also got 1 gallon of Dupont Clear. What do I need for my 99 z28 as far as hardeners, flex-agents, reducers, etc, and how much do I mix it with the paints. Also, when adding the flex agent for the bumper covers etc...does it hurt to spray and "blend it into the hood and fender area so the darker color does not show up on the bumper etc?
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OK , frist question is about preping. I know I do not need to go allthe way down to bare metal or plastic, but if there are some areas with paint chips that go all the way to metal, what do I need to do in those spots?
Next, I got a quote for factory paint code color for Navy Blue Metalic in Dupont brand paint. I asked for 1 Gallon. I also got 1 gallon of Dupont Clear. What do I need for my 99 z28 as far as hardeners, flex-agents, reducers, etc, and how much do I mix it with the paints. Also, when adding the flex agent for the bumper covers etc...does it hurt to spray and "blend it into the hood and fender area so the darker color does not show up on the bumper etc?
Next, I got a quote for factory paint code color for Navy Blue Metalic in Dupont brand paint. I asked for 1 Gallon. I also got 1 gallon of Dupont Clear. What do I need for my 99 z28 as far as hardeners, flex-agents, reducers, etc, and how much do I mix it with the paints. Also, when adding the flex agent for the bumper covers etc...does it hurt to spray and "blend it into the hood and fender area so the darker color does not show up on the bumper etc?
Second question, the right hardener, reducer,flex agent and other additives will depend on which base/clear system you went with.
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Well hopefully the guys at this local parts supply store know a litle something. He told me that I would need to mix the 1 gallon of base with 1 gallon of the reducer. To me that doesn't sound right. That means I'd have two gallons , which I wouldn't need that much, would I?
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Not really... Depends on what style of Dupont you bought. They all have different mixing ratios. The mixing ratios are usually found on the can or in the technical data book from the manufacturer. Depending on that mixture ratio, you will need to be the correct amount of Hardener(Catalyst) and Reducer.
The areas that go down to the metal...I would use some polyster filler and fill them to be smooth with the existing paint. Depending on the color you are using...the entire car may need to be primed after this...
Flex agent isnt really necessary. But if you want to use it, you only add it to the clear. and I dont understand what you mean about blending the darker color? Flex agent is clear.
The areas that go down to the metal...I would use some polyster filler and fill them to be smooth with the existing paint. Depending on the color you are using...the entire car may need to be primed after this...
Flex agent isnt really necessary. But if you want to use it, you only add it to the clear. and I dont understand what you mean about blending the darker color? Flex agent is clear.
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I know almost nothing about paint and body work, but I know my '99 T/A needs to be repainted. It's got paint bubbled and chipped here and there on almost every body panel, so I want to repaint the whole car.
What needs to be done before I take it somewhere to have it painted? Can the plastic on the body be stripped and repainted? What are my options?
I've also considered getting a body kit, as the front bumper cover and fenders are in rough shape. Since I'll have to pay for labor on this whole project, would I be better off getting a new body kit and have it painted? Or should it be cheaper to strip and fix mine?
Thanks for the help
What needs to be done before I take it somewhere to have it painted? Can the plastic on the body be stripped and repainted? What are my options?
I've also considered getting a body kit, as the front bumper cover and fenders are in rough shape. Since I'll have to pay for labor on this whole project, would I be better off getting a new body kit and have it painted? Or should it be cheaper to strip and fix mine?
Thanks for the help
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Anyway, since you know nothing about paint work, I would take the car to the paintshop as is and tell them to paint it. Thats the cheapest way to do it. Yes, the whole car can be repainted. no problem.
It will cost more to get a body kit and have it painted and installed rather than just painting what you already have.
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Ok, thanks. I didn't mean to hijack your thread there; I just figured that if I started my own someone would point out that there was already a thread on the topic.
Thanks again!
Thanks again!
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Well I was told that sometimes a flex agent would make the front appear darker for some reason. Anyway, been thinking lately about going with a single stage paint. I heard it usually isn't as expensive. What all would I have to get if I go that route?
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Anyway, since you know nothing about paint work, I would take the car to the paintshop as is and tell them to paint it. Thats the cheapest way to do it. Yes, the whole car can be repainted. no problem.
It will cost more to get a body kit and have it painted and installed rather than just painting what you already have.
this is what i was going to say, you have no idea on how to remove chips, and you buy a product that you have no idea on how to mix, i think its safe to say take it to a shop, do your self the favor
we can not teach you online hhow to use a D.A. fix dents, paint, to use a paint gun, apply paint, it will never happen this is a hands on learning trade
but what do i know,
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preping is an extremely long process, hint the reason why a paint job costs so much. for the knicks that go down to the metal/plastic you fill those in with putty. There is no way someone without experiece can read about what to do in what situations simply because you dont know all the situations you might run into ie, stress in the fiberglass, clear coat chipping, dents that need bondo, knicks, when and what to block, etc. If you want to do this yourself then you at least need a professional by your side telling you what to use on what. Its an extremely long process that will take around 30 hours just for the prep.