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Paint Update

Yahoo Message Number: 82537
Hi,

Just wanted to provide an update on my paint repairs. First, thanks to several who offered me information on scoring the paint I need. As it turns out, the local body shop has a Sikkens rep that can mix small quantities (6-8 oz) of the 3 colors I'm going to need. I can also get the clear coat with activator from them. They even offered a phone number so I could speak to the Sikkens rep if I had questions. Paint looks like it's going to be around $45 per color. Automotive paint is expensive and that's all there is to it.

The damage is shown
here:

http://muniac.smugmug.com/photos/swfpopup.mg?AlbumID=25511317&AlbumKey=Kk4g5S
As I get into this a bit further I'll chronicle what I did, where I got ticked off and the end result. It's been many years since I sprayed automotive paint and I believe much has improved since the old days. I'm optimistic that a good job can be done. The goal is to solve this problem not just delay the next nuisance repair. My efforts may inspire others or flag this job as something best left to professionals. We'll see how it goes.

Best - Scott

2006 Allure 430 40' #31349

(Bus-Stead Lemon) My Allure Page http://www.muniac.com/Allure%20Page.html

Paint Update

Reply #1 –
Yahoo Message Number: 83000
Hi,

Previously I mentioned about bad paint on all of my slide trim pieces. Mostly confined to the bottom horizontal runs. Paint there was bubbling, blistering and jumping off in small shards. Yesterday I sprayed the clear coat which was the last of 6 different coatings and about 20 coats total to complete the job. I'm happy with how it came out and it's a manageable project albeit not entry level. Some here might find the procedure interesting. What I've learned should help others move through this with less hassles. It's all about minimizing aggravation.

Before is
here:

http://muniac.smugmug.com/Maintenance/Bad-Slide-Trim-Paint/i-QHQXWV2/0/M/IMG3557-M.jpg After is
here:

http://muniac.smugmug.com/Maintenance/Bad-Slide-Trim-Paint/i-bw6vD9h/0/M/IMG3578-M.jpg
I'll do a detailed write-up on this for other DIYers that might be interested in tackling a job like this. Like all these projects you make mistakes, learn things and hopefully hone your skills for the next round.

Best - Scott

2006 Allure 430 40' #31349

(Bus-Stead Lemon) My Allure Page http://www.muniac.com/Allure%20Page.html

Re: Paint Update

Reply #2 –
Yahoo Message Number: 83148
Looks good - Now Seal it!

From:Scott Sent: Saturday, October 06, 2012 9:40 AM To:Yahoo News Group Subject: [Country-Coach-Owners] Paint Update
Hi,

Previously I mentioned about bad paint on all of my slide trim pieces. Mostly confined to the bottom horizontal runs. Paint there was bubbling, blistering and jumping off in small shards. Yesterday I sprayed the clear coat which was the last of 6 different coatings and about 20 coats total to complete the job. I'm happy with how it came out and it's a manageable project albeit not entry level. Some here might find the procedure interesting. What I've learned should help others move through this with less hassles. It's all about minimizing aggravation.

Before is
here:

http://muniac.smugmug.com/Maintenance/Bad-Slide-Trim-Paint/i-QHQXWV2/0/M/IMG3557-M.jpg After is
here:

http://muniac.smugmug.com/Maintenance/Bad-Slide-Trim-Paint/i-bw6vD9h/0/M/IMG3578-M.jpg
I'll do a detailed write-up on this for other DIYers that might be interested in tackling a job like this. Like all these projects you make mistakes, learn things and hopefully hone your skills for the next round.

Best - Scott

2006 Allure 430 40' #31349

(Bus-Stead Lemon) My Allure Page http://www.muniac.com/Allure%20Page.html