Ken,
I dont remember what your application is for, but have you thought about
silver imron? I saw some whells painted with this from afar and they
looked sharp.
--Jon
On Thu, 25 Jul 1996, Chad Jester wrote:
> KMNTR6@aol.com wrote:
> >
> > Guys
> >
> > Since my rebuild I have needed the warm silver paint for my TR6. I
>originally
> > bought the Eastwood version for $6.99 a can ( or 2 for $6.50 each). When I
> > used the stuff solids like a sand came out witht the paint. I had to strip
> > off all of the paint and redo with unsatisfactory results.
> >
> > I had previously had good results with the Moss version of the paint (for
>all
> > I know it could be made by Eastwood) except for clogged cans that I had to
> > throw away. So I called Moss for a couple of cans. I was shocked at the
>price
> > - $11.95 a can! What a rip! I am sort of over a barrel, so I bought only one
> > can (shipping and handling was $4.70). Total $16.65. OUCH!!
> >
> > Anybody have any more economical solutions??
> >
> > Ken Nachman
> > Richmond Triumph Register
> > 1957 TR3
> > 1974 TR6
>
> Ken,
>
> I have also had trouble with the Eastwood silver. I was
> surprised...their products are usually top notch.
>
> F*rd motor company sells a silver spray can that is right on for the
> color. The price is OK. I'll try to send you their part #. You can
> also visit your local PPG paint store and ask them to mix a pint or quart
> of chevrolet argent silver lacquer. This can be sprayed through a
> "preval" brand disposable spray can (usually available at good paint
> stores for less than $5). It will give you a good durable finish.
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