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How much 2 stage paint will I need to paint the Body and Pan of my classic Volkswagen? I also want to use Rust Bullet on the Body and Pan, the web site says that 1 gallon will cover 200 square feet, will this be enough to cover the Body and Pan?
I think it's going to be cutting it close- you surely have door, trunk, and engine jambs to paint and clear- I would figure at least 3 quarts of color (4 if it's red, orange, or yellow- if it's red orange or yellow, I suggest laying down a coat of white base coat or white sealer- this will help tremendously with hiding, and save you around 3 or 4 extra coats of basecoat to achieve hiding. This is all assuming you are using an HVLP gun- if you're using a standard gun, it will take 25-50% more paint and clear.
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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