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Today, 02:34 PM

Len replied to a thread PPG DP40 on Chevy bare steel valve covers in General Discussion

Even many epoxy primers contain acid so you want to check out their TDS and MSDS or ask a rep if they contain acid. After my disaster with etch...

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Today, 09:34 AM

Len replied to a thread PPG DP40 on Chevy bare steel valve covers in General Discussion

You want to be careful to use a primer over a metal treated with Por 15 Metal Prep because (like other metal treatments) it leaves a zinc phosphate...

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02-26-2021, 11:23 AM

Len replied to a thread Show car quality paint for my 66 Chevelle SS in General Discussion

I had a 62 Chevy Nassau Blue that was metallic.

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02-25-2021, 07:18 PM

Len replied to a thread Is there a way to get away from tack cloth in General Discussion

I've been using the Detro 1200 cloths for years and never had that problem. I'd be on the phone with the supplier.

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02-25-2021, 05:43 PM

Len replied to a thread Is there a way to get away from tack cloth in General Discussion

Ron you're using Detro right? What number?

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02-23-2021, 07:25 PM

Len replied to a thread Is there a way to get away from tack cloth in General Discussion

I've used both but haven't seen much difference so I carry the 1200.

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02-23-2021, 04:57 PM

Len replied to a thread Is there a way to get away from tack cloth in General Discussion

Detro makes several types of tack cloths. We use mostly the Detro 1200 or 1300, they aren't wet and do a great job. LINK

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02-23-2021, 04:11 PM

Len replied to a thread 58/55 Chevy Truck Project in Classic Restos (pre 1970)

Bam you should be teaching your art. I've been doing this type of work for over 50 years and rarely see anyone take a vehicle to this level.

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02-22-2021, 09:31 AM

Len replied to a thread Will paint crack with flex? in General Discussion

Single stage paint can vary in flexibility, the lighter colors like white tend to be less flexible than darker colors. I'd put some flex additive in...

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02-21-2021, 08:45 PM

Len replied to a thread Show car quality paint for my 66 Chevelle SS in General Discussion

If I remember correctly I had to pull the axles also.

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02-21-2021, 03:38 PM

Len replied to a thread Show car quality paint for my 66 Chevelle SS in General Discussion

No glass packs. When I was racing I'd uncap my lakers and make some real noise with fire coming out of both sides. It had solid lifters from the...

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02-19-2021, 04:55 PM

Len replied to a thread Show car quality paint for my 66 Chevelle SS in General Discussion

Ahh, you young guys think you are old, I had a 62 409 w/ two quads. I'd wait until all my buddies were hanging out in front of the malt shop and I'd...

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02-19-2021, 06:08 AM

Len replied to a thread Using Intercoat clear in Final Touch

Yes that's the case with most unhardened base coat products but if you can sand it lightly it should allow the following coat to bond beyond the...

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02-18-2021, 01:46 PM

Len replied to a thread Show car quality paint for my 66 Chevelle SS in General Discussion

Glasurit sprays about the same as other brands. Yes if the original was a solid (non-metallic) color then single stage is probably your best...

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02-18-2021, 10:41 AM

Len replied to a thread Show car quality paint for my 66 Chevelle SS in General Discussion

As far as high quality goes I use Glasurit but it is expensive. If you use a single stage Glasurit (22 Line) be sure to use their hardener and...

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02-17-2021, 08:44 PM

Len replied to a thread Bumped into wet paint in General Discussion

As long as you have enough paint on it you should be able to buff out the area where you suit hit the paint and yes you can leave some peel if you...

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