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Re: Paint originality

To: rtgetzinger@scif.com
Subject: Re: Paint originality
From: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2000 14:54:49 -0700
Rob,
Since none of the SPitfires had anything like the new multi-step paints 
available at the time, a clear coat finish will likely not look
too "original".  But what do you really care about that?  The object (in my 
opinion) is to make it look as good as possible, Right?

Regards,
Joe

rtgetzinger@scif.com wrote:
> 
> After almost a year of bodywork, primer and sand over and over, my '74 spit
> is just about ready for paint. I have chosen Carmine Red as my original
> color. The original French Blue just doesn't suit me. My question is, if I
> have a clear coat put on over the color coat will it change the look of the
> car enough that it will not look original?
> My car is neither a show car or a daily driver. It is a two year project that
> I work on, lots.
> Rob
> Redding, CA

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