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Old 01-26-2011, 07:59 AM
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Default whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

I got the worst 3 tone paint job n the world. What is the best paint for the body? I got krylon fusion an I have previously used it on metal an turned out really great. Any other ideas?
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Old 01-26-2011, 08:03 AM
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I get the cheapy shit from WalMart and it lasts me a year without clear coating it. It fades, but....I didnt really care. IMO, do flat black...it will look awsome, and hides a multitude of sins

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Old 01-26-2011, 08:14 AM
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my dad and I Used Tremclad Paint, I don't know if you have it in the states but it works great, You have the choice of mate or gloss and even High Gloss, It worked on his Miata, my Grand Am and even my Paintball Gun. All three have kept their Shine and I believe that Tremclad is Rated for High temperatures as well
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Old 01-26-2011, 08:23 AM
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Default Re: whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

Go to Advanced or Autozone and they have a section of Rustoleum paints that match factory paint for your truck. Look on the side of your driver door and you will see what exact color you need. Then yes spank it with a Krylon clear over it to proctect it from paint fade. The Rustoleum is the bet bet because its a perfect match and it will preent future rot on your truck.
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Old 01-26-2011, 10:27 AM
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Default Re: whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

I painted my truck with Rustoleum cans from WalMart.and it turned out great for rattle cans.
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Old 01-26-2011, 02:07 PM
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Default Re: whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

Ya just go to Advanced and get the automotive paint not just reg rustoleum
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Old 01-27-2011, 05:08 AM
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Default Re: whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

ok thanks guys. the can i got is krylon fusion satin black. i really like it maybe illl start painting today after i get off work! im tired of the 3 toned beast i drive lol gotta have paint
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Old 01-27-2011, 07:26 AM
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Default Re: whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

Painted my 1st gen project with the krylon flat black....looks tits

Prep is the key.....get some 1500 grit sand paper and a pack of red scotch pads and start sanding away. Just enough to scuff the surface.

Also....remove all the trim and lights you can...its just a few less things you have to tape off
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Old 01-28-2011, 07:25 AM
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Default Re: whats the best rattle can paint to paint a body

yup thanks for the input guys! i sanded an taped off then cleaned my front right fender an painted. turned out super good now im doin the metal peice below the grill an its really good too. so im stickin with krylon fusion satin black. ill also post pics as i go an wen i fugure out how to do it
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