Auto body repair & detailing/Corolla '94 paint

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Expert: Michael Kakuk - 4/5/2010


Question
Hi Michael,

I'm planning to have my Corolla '94 painted. (it still has the original paint). What should I look at in order to make sure the new paint and the job are top quality? Thanks in advance,

Sincerely,

Rick

Answer
RICK THAT ALL DEPENDS ON THE AMOUNT OF MONEY THAT YOU ARE PAYING FOR A JOB.
THE MORE MONEY THE BETTER MATERIALS ARE USED.
ASK THE SHOP HOW THEY ARE GOING TO PREPARE THE JOB AND WHAT THEY ARE GOING TO REMOVE PRIOR TO PAINTING. WHAT IS THE GUARANTEE.

THERE SHOULD BE MINIMAL DIRT NIBS IN THE FINAL PAINT AND THEY CAN BE BUFFED DOWN.
THERE SHOULD BE NO DRY LOOKING AREAS. ASK IF THE SHOP WILL BE USING BASE COAT CLEAR COAT PAINT.

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Michael Kakuk

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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.

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15 years experience with State Farm insurance as an auto inspector. 10 years of collision center management with 3 fortune 500 companies.

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Ezine magazine Car advertisements Various car related web sites

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Votech School Chief Frame School Hunter Alignment school I-CAR Certified Plastic Repairs Aluminum Repairs

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