What brand of paint?

[Doug Chahoy]

Getting ready for spring so checking into buying 2-stage black for the Elco. What are your opinions on brand, and clear? Since I haven’t been in A/B for years, I don’t have a preferred brand anymore. Since I don’t print my own money, it’s got to be within reason on price. Not cheap but reasonable.

 

[Flyers9928]

Kirker Automotive https://www.kirkerautomotive.com/

 

[bracketchev1221]

I'm going to try Matrix this time. I have heard good things about them.

 

[pagrunt]

I'm a PPG guy & would suggest for a budget minded line would be their Shop-Line or Omni, little more go DBC. PPG code 9300 for black & will be one of the lowest priced colors. For another clear option, Upol may not be the cheapest but does have a nice strong finish & should be UV safe.

 

[Doug Chahoy]

I’ve been considering Kirker since I’ve been using they’re primers. I found a House of Kolors clear that SOUNDS pretty good Kosmic clear USC01. Any experience with this by anyone?

 

[mikester]

My only advice is use a quality clear. You dont want to do it twice.

 

[Doug Chahoy]

My only advice is use a quality clear. You dont want to do it twice.

That’s why I’m considering the House of Color

 

[RabbitHoleSS]

Automotive Refinishing | United States | Southern Polyurethanes

Southern Polyurethanes is a manufacturer of automotive coatings for the restoration, repair and custom markets. Epoxy Primers, Clear coats, Primers, Basecoat, Single Stage and more.

www.southernpolyurethanes.com

I haven't used the clear or base but I'm going to. I used their epoxy-primer. I have no complaints. The product is awesome. Their customer service is even better. I feel like SPI is perfect for DIYers. Its not really cheap but it isn't outrageous either. You can go on their forum or call the tech guy Barry. He'll answer any time and answer all the questions you have. Somebody experienced like you can get show car quality out of their products.

 

[Doug Chahoy]

Automotive Refinishing | United States | Southern Polyurethanes

Southern Polyurethanes is a manufacturer of automotive coatings for the restoration, repair and custom markets. Epoxy Primers, Clear coats, Primers, Basecoat, Single Stage and more.

www.southernpolyurethanes.com

I haven't used the clear or base but I'm going to. I used their epoxy-primer. I have no complaints. The product is awesome. Their customer service is even better. I feel like SPI is perfect for DIYers. Its not really cheap but it isn't outrageous either. You can go on their forum or call the tech guy Barry. He'll answer any time and answer all the questions you have. Somebody experienced like you can get show car quality out of their products.

Thanx for the link. They’re forum ( which I joined) is VERY INFORMATIVE

 

[Doug Chahoy]

Has anyone used the Restoration Shop paint? It sounds good. They offer a complete gallon kit that has paint, clear, reducer and activator for under $400.00