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DSVW
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 Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2020 7:55 am Post subject: Paint color match question |
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Hi, I have a 1974 factory Avocado green Thing. The shop I brought it to uses Valspar automotive paints. They can't cross reference the paint code. Can Anyone tell me what the closest Valspar color would be for that?
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wbailey2112
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Location: Grove City, OH
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| Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2020 10:43 am Post subject: Re: Paint color match question |
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Find another paint supplier that can decipher vintage paint codes. They do exist. Preferably one that is a PPG dealer. You'll be much more happier with the finished product taking this approach.
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hitest
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Location: Prime Meridian, ID
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| Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 7:43 am Post subject: Re: Paint color match question |
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If your shop won't properly match and mix the color of your vintage car- find a competent shop. They are giving you a first glimpse into what will surely be more disappointment.
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Ron Domeck
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| Posted: Mon Apr 27, 2020 6:37 pm Post subject: Re: Paint color match question |
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| PPG has that color in Concept with the semi gloss in the formula. Done an all over a couple years ago. |
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T3RAF1RMA
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Location: Yucaipa, ca
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| Posted: Mon Apr 27, 2020 7:00 pm Post subject: Re: Paint color match question |
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Agreed, as a painting contractor I know they are capable of mixing what you want. That's their job. Sounds like Incompetence and or laziness. Go to another shop. And dont forget to ask them to give you pricing from someone else's account. They do it all the time. They can give you wayyyy better pricing than sticker price. The account they use doesn't matter your paying cash and its More tax write off for whatever companies account.
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