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 Jan 20, 2003 - 1:41 PM
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hey, im gonna repaint my car... anyone wanna put up a how to article for me? im new at all this, but i know i can do it...thanks
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Jan 20, 2003 - 1:44 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Aug 30, '02 From ohio Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
You want a how to article on how to paint your car?????? Not trying to be a dick but take it to a professional
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Jan 20, 2003 - 2:40 PM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Nov 20, '02 From Chicago to Boston and back to Chicago Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
One of my friends repainted his Taurus himself and it looked crappy. I'd leave it to the professionals too.
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Jan 20, 2003 - 3:25 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 9, '03 From St. Louis Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
yea, It'll definately not look good if you do it your self, you'd need all kinds of equipment and then practice. but a word of caution, don't get the maaco ambassador. -------------------- [img]http://photos-081.facebook.com/n6/081/n15913038_30266081_3342.jpg[/img]
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Jan 20, 2003 - 4:02 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 3, '02 From bonzaisushi@hotmail.com Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
ummm first u need to go to a drug store and get watercolor paints
like they said professional, but dont get perfect blues color i have dibs on that cant wait till mid feb
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Jan 20, 2003 - 5:38 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Dec 17, '02 From UK Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
This link may be of use, info on techniques, equipment needed etc.
DIY compressors-spray painting advice To do a pro job you'll need the right kit which includes a compressor, spray gun, airline etc and an undercover place to do it. It IS possible, but takes a bit of practice to get good at it. -------------------- Facelift bumper-foglights-clear indicators, clear side repeaters, 16in O.Z alloys, stainless steel grill. JDM facelift tail lights. clear sidelights. Retro-fit A/C conversion. APEX performance springs. Remus exhaust. K&N performance filter. KYB excel G shocks.
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Jan 21, 2003 - 12:56 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Dec 11, '02 From Sioux Falls, SD, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Don't go to Maaco PERIOD. They would have screwed me if I went there. A lot of people I know that have gotten cars painted there have had paint peel off after a month, and the paint looks like ass. The best way to get your car painted? Know someone who does it...thats the cheapest way. If you don't know anyone, just take it to a locally reputable shop. This post has been edited by MrCodyFantastic: Jan 21, 2003 - 12:57 AM |
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Jan 21, 2003 - 1:44 AM
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They don't mean any harm or disrespect I'm sure. It's just that it takes a lot of practice to master, and it's not a basic how-to like installing indiglo gauges or making clear corners. It's more of an art that has to be aquired through experience and trial and error. I think that the guy who painted my car said that he painted 10 or so cars before he finally started getting pretty good at it, so if you keep at it and learn more and paint lots of cars I think you'll get it.  If you'd like, I can give you some tips that I got from him and my friend who also has painted cars and is painting his own this spring, and post them in these forums. Just let me know.
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Jan 21, 2003 - 1:58 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 11, '02 From Sioux Falls, SD, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Exactly...I'm probably gonna end up going to school for painting cars...
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