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Old May 8, 2009 | 12:20 AM
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yeah that's the part I always have problems with I can never find a great clear coat, wats a good clear coat u recommend? that's easily accesible anywhere? or should I jus order one online that's really good??
Old May 8, 2009 | 12:26 AM
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Same stuff I use on page 1 and 2.
Old May 8, 2009 | 12:43 AM
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where can I get that? any paint store? online?
Old May 9, 2009 | 01:44 AM
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He mixes his own, so it will be a lil bit harder to color match what hes doing. But most paint stores should be able to match closely.
Old May 9, 2009 | 03:00 AM
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he used cans though? O.o
Old May 9, 2009 | 03:08 AM
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Yes lol there is a method how to mix your own paint and then pump it into empty rattle cans.

I went to pepboys today they had the bulldog Adhesion promoter. They had a big selection of acrylic paints which failed Only 1 option of lacquer paint. Which sucked. Autozone didnt have anything lol failed
Old May 9, 2009 | 04:25 AM
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From what I've seen the best bet is a real paint shop, most of the auto supply chains may carry touch up paint for OEM colors, but its usually just in the pens to fix small scratches, and from my experience only from the main ford/chevy/dodge etc. colors.
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You can pump the paint into the cans or put it in the can via a compact machine...forgot what it's called.
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hey kennon u think if i send u more money u can actually get me spray paint of the same color ur doing my waterfall?
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I could get the paint and make it for you, however I cannot ship flammable items....illegal.
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^ true on that.
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Originally Posted by FLEA
I could get the paint and make it for you, however I cannot ship flammable items....illegal.
the unabomber did it , i am sure the postal service won't find out.
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Cant you ship it UPS? Haha how do the websites that sell paint do it then haha
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Cant you ship it UPS? Haha how do the websites that sell paint do it then haha
They have to have an ORM-D shipping permit. Send me $300 and I'll get one.
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oh crap it is illegal. well thanx anyway bro. I'm jus gonna order it from one of the sites u said then.
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$300 to ship paint?! Holy crap, mind as well fly to Socal to chill, buy some paint, and then fly back. hah.
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No, $300 for the permit, then you can ship aerosol cans.

How is it holding up?
Old May 10, 2009 | 02:48 AM
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How is it holding up?
Dude I love it! I get super stoked every time I get into the car and see them! The paint smell still lingers a bit when I first get into my car, but it goes away almost instantly every time. Besides that, all is great! Getting lots of compliments. I haven't had the chance to get the eyelids on yet because of school, but they will be on soon. Thanks again Kennon!
Old May 10, 2009 | 02:51 AM
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luuserface haha ur getting me excited and hyped to get my interior back! lol I can't wait!
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Hey kennon do you know what paint codes are for gloss black and satin black on the paint website you linked?



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