Based on the discussion going, perhaps Sears Weather beater applied with a good
roller is the best solution. At least it will be easier to remove later.
Brian
D500s in MI
Roger Howard wrote:
> Personally, I wouldnt' trust them to remove ANY of the chrome trim...it is
> tough enough for us hobbyists to figure out how it comes off-
> I would also be very surprised if they removed bumpers, after all thse years
> of rusty Ohio winters.
> The clock is always ticking at a business...
> I have been told the paint they use is bought by the drum, and of sourse it
> would be enamel, but the cars I see coming out of Maaco and Earl Sheib look
> good from 60 feet away as I drive past at 35 mph
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Garrett" <TheBulkster@COLUMBUS.RR.COM>
> To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@LISTS.PSU.EDU>
> Sent: Monday, July 09, 2001 11:02 PM
> Subject: [FWDLK] Paint Question
>
> > I'm considering painting my 57 Dodge, both because it needs it, and
> because
> > it will probably help it sell (of course, I'll probably like it so much
> > after its painted, I won't want to sell it). Due to the fact that I'm in
> > college and my job doesn't pay me diddly, I'd like to take a cheap, yet
> > quality route. My question is, should I use Sears Weatherbeater, or
> should
> > I go with the Dutch Boy premium series? AND, should I use a brush or a
> > roller?
> > HA HA, just kidding.
> >
> > But seriously, I was just curious if anyone had any experience in dealing
> > with a place such as Maaco, and how things went. A previous owner said a
> > repaint at Maaco would run around $325, and that would cover some bodywork
> > repairs as well as removal of all chrome/stainless trim, and I think maybe
> > even the bumpers for painting. The paint job doesn't have to be award
> > winning, I just want to get a layer of something on the car to inhibit
> rust
> > from starting/spreading. Like I said, I'm just looking for any feedback,
> > positive or negative, and/or any suggestions of other places that might do
> a
> > quality job for someone with a budget like I have. I live in the
> Columbus,
> > Ohio area, just in case anybody on the list knows someone close by.
> > Thanks in Advance,
> >
> > Garrett in Ohio
> > 57 Coronet
> > 4 1970 Dodge Charger Daytona hotwheels
> >
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