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masscom Sun Jul 25, 2004 7:13 pm

I had a guy come by from a local shop and give me an estimate on a paint job on my 63 kombi bus. He quoted me between 3500 and 4000 (my bus has some body issues). My question for you guys is this:

The guy from this shop told me that a single stage paint would look alot better than a dual stage base coat / clear.

My opinion has always been that the base / clear coat was a better looking paint job.

What do you guys think?

Thanks!

Mike

Big Jim Sun Jul 25, 2004 9:18 pm

He can buy some single stage paint off of eBay for $35 a gallon. Good BC/CC is going to be a hundred or better. If it was your profit margin, which would you suggest?
The only reason I can think of for using single stage would be for a purist authentic look. BC/CC is easier to apply, looks better, and is more durable.

flynlowe Wed Jul 28, 2004 8:10 am

I agree with Big Jim. With a price quote of $3500-$4000 you should be able to get any kind of paint that you want, a case of beer and a lap dance or two. :P



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