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Hello Michael, I wish to repaint the roof and hood of my 97 ford pickup. My question is that the clear and base coats are well worn, I do not want to apply a clear coat if I don't need to do they still sell paint that has a gloss to or do you have to use a clear coat. My truck is black (original paint) and takes a beating here in Florida
Thanks Chris
Chris....by the description of the hood it sounds like the hood will have to be stripped down to bare metal.Painting over the existing finish will result in a mess.
After the necessary prep si done there are single stage paints available to spray but they can be difficult to apply.
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Michael Kakuk
Expertise
I can answer any question that you may have about collision repairs and what to do after an accident. I can also answer basic mechanical problems but that is not my area of expertise.I can help you with repairing your own vehicle in your garage and also answer any paint related questions.
Experience
15 years experience with State Farm insurance as an auto inspector.
10 years of collision center management with 3 fortune 500 companies.
Organizations
Ezine expert author.
Publications
Ezine magazine
Car advertisements
Various car related web sites
Education/Credentials
Votech School
Chief Frame School
Hunter Alignment school
I-CAR Certified
Plastic Repairs
Aluminum Repairs
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