Orig Paint dilemma

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Beefus1130

Discussion Starter · Mar 26, 2007

Hey guys. Just wondering what I should do. I have a 67 SS Tahoe Turq. w/ its orig. paint, but its scratched a little (all orig body, no rust at all. Just 1 deep scratch and a few that won buff out) I dunno if I should repaint over a survivor body & paint. It just bugs me knowing about those blemishes. Should I swallow my pride, paint it, or get touch up paint. Like I said its orig. body and i'm afraid if I dont cover this one big scratch it may rust. Alsol, the chrome has been discoloring on the bumpers (not so shiny) should I rechrome or is there some type of a miracle wax? Lastly, how do I get former, non-orig stripe goo off the sides (atrleast I dont think the stripes were orig. fdidnt find the buioldsheet yet, but was peeled off before I got it. They were white stripes on the lower pas\rt of body from front to rear) I am intending on showing this car and having it scored for originality (dunno how that goes about the rules?) thanks and appreciate it

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baddbob71

· #9 · Mar 27, 2007

Where on the car is the damage? Acrylic Lacquer is still available through online sales and it would take some work to get a good match but a skilled painter with lacquer and tinting experience could do a repair if your paint is in good condition. I'd check into ordering up some color with some extra toners to tint for a good match, find someone who is willing to do the job right and tint and test for a good color match. Blending lacquer isn't very difficult and some areas of the car are easier to work than others. I wouldn't repaint if it's a good survivor-original paint says a lot for how well the car has been maintained. Bob

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