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07/19/04 Update - IT'S PURPLE!!! |
IT'S PAINTED!
The body and most of the parts (oops, forgot to paint the hood braces) are now one
nice shiny color. I couldn't be happier - the car looks like it was dipped in liquid
metal. The best analogy I've heard so far is that it looks like a Christmas Tree Ornament.
The PPG rep was on hand for the entire paint
process (over 12 hours) and was a huge help. He mixed product and was a great
"teacher". He added a sense of calm to the whole ordeal and helped with anything
that needed to be done. I'm looking forward to sharing what we learned about the PPG
products we used and some of the tips to getting a first-class finish.
If I thought I was busy before - there's only 90
days until SEMA! This week will be spent rubbing out the frame and getting the garage in
order for final assembly.
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mile and a half deep! There will be very little final wet sanding and buffing needed.
Bravo Bodyman Bob! |
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The parts are being stored in the safest place I know of... our
bedroom. We have a small sitting room adjacent
to the master suite that seldom gets used - we don't sit around much - so the parts have
been laid out in it for safe keeping. This is where they'll stay until they're buffed and
installed.
My wife is so understanding! |
The small "spot" on the side of the hood scoop is a
reflection of me taking the picture :)The
paint takes on different colors and shades in different lighting. There's roughly 32
ounces of powdered pearl in every gallon.
The flames will happen in a couple weeks. This is really
starting to get exciting!
Articles will follow as I find time. Progress has been
happening a little faster than I can write about it. Thanks for your patience. |
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| Until next time - Keep the shiny side up! |
Scooter
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