Hi! The old bus (1985) has been re-worked in the metal shop and is now ready for a full re-spray. When seeking quotes I am getting different answers as to what is best.
Obviously much of the van is going back to metal and starting from a primer.
Do I push towards 2K paints or base and clear coat? Are there advantages? Is there a way I can work out what I had before (12 years ago), or indeed what was used in 1985?
Thanks,
Ade
Best paint for respray?
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Best paint for respray?
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Re: Best paint for respray?
I've already had the lower front re-sprayed - 'base and clear' - but it seems to be chipping easily.. A small stone today (nothing of any note) and a 4mm chuck has come off? Normal - or poor adhesion to primer?
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Re: Best paint for respray?
IMO 2K industrial coatings are fine for non-metallic colours. They mix the laquer in the paint so it can be shiny. You can even choose stronger hardeners in specific brands.
I think those are closer to the original paints VW used in the 80's than todays water based automotive paints.
I think those are closer to the original paints VW used in the 80's than todays water based automotive paints.
Zoltan
1986 Multivan ex-Caravelle. Van since 2006, running mTDi 1Z since 2008 with Fiat Croma 1.9 TDid pump 2008-2019, custom pump since 2019
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1986 Multivan ex-Caravelle. Van since 2006, running mTDi 1Z since 2008 with Fiat Croma 1.9 TDid pump 2008-2019, custom pump since 2019
5spd custom box 4.57 diff + 0.74 5th