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Up early today to make up for yesterday 

Got a lot done today, flattered the roof, boot lid, sorted out some trim fitted the wings ,lower trims , refitted the sun roof 

The paint is looking good (not as good as lan’s)

washed sticky no leaks from the sunroof 

Doesn’t sound like a lot but on it for 10 hours 

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Checked sticky today,paint looking good.

Open the garage door ,found that it is the wrong colour 

Its a creamy white not a bright white 

Got a rattle can of the paint shop which is the correct colour 

So will go to the paint shop and get the correct paint next Saturday 

If should be easier to paint this time round 

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Cheers Billy. Has been 35 years the last time l use a paint gun ,quite surprised it turned out that good 

Is it a body shop quality job, no but not bad for a home garage paint job 

It may turn out better this time 

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I was going to try and match the white on my hatch as I don't know the exact code. Could end up doing loads of work for a poor result. it's gave me the urge and now I think I'm going to change the colour.

After seeing the retropower chevette im thinking of a nice metallic grey.

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Wayne, i'm guessing you mean 2k? Its paint which you add a hardener to and if needed small amount of thinners, the paint supplier can explain all this to you.

You can spray it at home but you will need a air fed mask or a mask that is recommended for this type of paint as the hardener can be harmfull to your health, make sure you have good ventalation in your garage.

The end result will give you a shinnier finish than cellulose, it will air dry in the current temperatures but will take a couple of days and even more to harden properly. Better long term as well.

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On 07/07/2019 at 21:27, Bonga said:

After seeing the retropower chevette im thinking of a nice metallic grey.

You could have a look at Anthracite which was a Manta colour of that vintage. There is also Steel Grey and Dolphin Grey which were 87MY colours. Try Googling them. 

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Thanks everyone for the information 

.My garage is attached to the house so will 2k be to nasty to use in the garage ,

will it go inside the house 

 

As you know l got the incorrect colour of paint 

Got a creamy white l need a bright white,can anyone tell me the correct colour 

Got a rattle can from the paint shop which it the correct colour 

Been Looking for the phone number on the bill can find it ,Just seen it on the Can 

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This is a long shot ,but does anyone know what is the mix recipe for polar white e452 (bright white)

On the plus side l think l have the reaction sorted,

Got to try a wet coat to 100% positive 

The fan on the sunroof is the exterior system with the garage door open 

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7 hours ago, 1200bandit said:

What l like about the kick panel is that it’s so well (quite surprised)

The fact that is was made from scrap 

And the cost is £0.00 .No cost at all 

And l made it 

Who needs drugs mate, when you can make your classic car look better  - for nothing!  👍

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