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I had a fender installed and they painted the fender the color that the inside of the door says to use, but because the car is 5 years old the paint is a little darker than the older paint. is there a way to buff or something that can reduce the difference in color? its not horrible but in the sun light is noticeable. I appreciate any info on this. thx ray
Unless they did a budget job for you, which is a favor, they should have color blended the door to match. All these base-clear paints were invented for that purpose. If you are not satisfied, take it back and insist that they blend the door. It'd darn seldom that I paint any side panel and don't blend into the panel next to it. It's cheap insurance against a come back, and the customer is always amazed with the "paint match". Little do they know I cheated! LOL. Bill
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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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