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Re: Primer for repainting?

To: "Richard L. Bergstrom" <ric_bergstrom@juno.com>
Subject: Re: Primer for repainting?
From: Art Pfenninger <ch155@FreeNet.Buffalo.EDU>
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 1998 17:49:26 -0500 (EST)
A metal etch should keep the car rust free for quite a while. Ask at an
auto paint store wht they carry.
...Art
On Sun, 18 Jan 1998, Richard L. Bergstrom wrote:

> Hello all!
> 
> I am about to start the refinishing of my 74 Midget shell.
> 
> It is basically rust free (surprise!) with some surface rust, but no
> perforations in floors, rockers, sills, or spring boxes.  It is TOTALLY
> stripped of hardware...I mean there is nothing left to unbolt right now. 
>  I am very glad I have one in assembled condition as I didn't take this
> one apart...what a puzzle.
> 
> What I need is suggestions for a good aerosol primer that I can put over
> prepped cleaned areas that  will provide protection until I can put a top
> coat on and not react with that topcoat.
> 
> I have heard a self etching primer called "Marhide" was used on some of
> the areas the PO had already wire brushed, prepped and primed.  (I am
> going to redo that work since it is a relaltively small area)
> 
> I'd like to do the final coat myself as well.  I have a compressor,
> access to decent spray equipment and an HVLP system for the final
> work...but not for the months that I'll slowly be working on the car. 
> That is why I need a recommendation for a high quality aerosol primer
> that will hold me over until I can do the final prime/sand/ repeat until
> smooth and then shoot color.
> 
> Any recommendations on paint as well?
> 
> 
> 
> Ric Bergstrom
> Richmond, VA
> 1973 Midget  1275                   '88 240 Volvo            '92 F150
> 1974 Midget  1275  (currently in many little boxes)
> Central Virginia MG Classics
> 


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