The first LBC I painted I used an Campbell Hausfield HVLP turbine I
purchased from Northern Tool and used Nason urethane paint. I painted the
car in my garage and had no more problems than a friend who had a pro paint
his car in his garage with a pro HVLP gun and compressor. After wet sanding
and buffing, I too was often asked where I had the car painted. Since then
I have purchased a quality HVLP gun and used base coat/top coat finishes and
acrylic enamel with good results. The base coat/top coat required some
sanding/polishing, but the local body shops sand and polish after painting
too. I still use the turbine but primarily on farm equipment that I can't
get into the shop.
There is a real satisfaction in doing it yourself. One caution, make sure
your primers and top coats are compatible. If not, a beautiful paint job
will turn to crap after the paints cure.
Gary Lied
74 TR6, 78 & 80 TR7
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