Dan...check PJ's door jam plate... I think you'll find
it was paint code 42 which is Burgundy not Carmine (code 82)
.... and how do I know that.. :-)
There's a product (sold at PepBoys) as well that you can add to the paint
to make it flexible so it doesn't crack.
Paul Tegler
ptegler@cablespeed.com
www.teglerizer.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Daniel Parrott" <parrotthead01@comcast.net>
To: "Dave Willner" <dwillner@icontech.com>; <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2002 3:09 PM
Subject: RE: Bumper paint/coating question
> Dave, I used the "Bumper and Trim" spray paint from Pep Boys. I removed
the
> bumpers, buffed them down with brass wool, painted them with a coat of
> primer and two coats of the Bumper and trim paint. I've had to repeat the
> final coat at least once a year, as the paint tends to crack and peel off
at
> the stress points (near the mounting bolts). Next time, no primer.
>
> PS. My 80 Spit was Carmine red, once.
>
> Dan Parrott
> Savannah, Ga
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spitfires-owner@autox.team.net
> [mailto:spitfires-owner@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Dave Willner
> Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2002 5:25 PM
> To: spitfires@autox.team.net
> Subject: Bumper paint/coating question
>
> Has anyone had any good luck in finding a really great paint finish for
the
> 80's rubber bumpers. Mine look a bit "tired," no scratches or anything,
but
> the tone seems a little faded in some areas, and spotty. The typical
> silicone
> sprays and dressings work ok, but they seem to fade fairly quickly.I was
> hoping to find a real good finish that matches the dark grey real well and
> goes on easy and looks original.
>
> Appreciate the help. TIA
>
> Dave Willner
> 50 TR3A Apple Green
> 80 Spitfire Carmine Red
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