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blind34_1 · 10-07-2002, 12:19 AM

I know...I know...but I'm poor.

The results CAN be acceptable though, and I'm only looking to do the hood and roof.

HOOD:
I'm planning on sanding it down, and trying the three stage paint kits from Advance Auto? Anyone ever use anything like this? results look ok? I figure it can't look worse. Should I even use aerosal paint, or rent a pro paint system?

ROOF:
This won't be easy, because I have to work around the moonroof. Should I remove it (undesirable), or tape over it? Anyone ever do this before?

About how much time (in days) should I allow myself to do this? Can I buy bulk cans of clearcoat?

2000Pimpinex · 10-07-2002, 03:19 PM

If you have to do it yourself then make sure to take your time and be careful. Tape the moonroof over. It will be easier than removing it. I would rent a paint sprayer and set aside a few days to complete the job. Hope everything works out!!!

slowEJ6 · 10-07-2002, 10:43 PM

if i were you id slide the roof back so its open, or is the moonroof the kind that only tilts up?

ok well if it slides back into the roof, id do that and then tape up and mask the open hole this way the sun/moon roof doesnt get overspray on it.

otherwise, if it only tilts, just leave it closed and mask it off.

and yeah, take your time....a lot of time.
RENT THE SYSTEM, much better, things go a bit faster as well that way. but dont rush.

10-08-2002, 02:57 AM

i'd give yourself about a week, remember you need a place where no dust no dirt no hair will get on yo sheit! aresol can? NO WAY!!!! u need an air comrpessor with a gravity feed gun, maybe u should goto your local library and get a painting book and check it out before u tackle this......

blind34_1 · 10-13-2002, 03:23 PM

Yeah, I'll have to do a little research first. I gotta find a garage I can occupy for a while too. Thanks guys, I'll definatly stay clear of aero cans.

10-07-2002, 12:19 AM	#1
blind34_1 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: IL Age: 40 Posts: 1,813	Attempting a DIY paint job... I know...I know...but I'm poor. The results CAN be acceptable though, and I'm only looking to do the hood and roof. HOOD: I'm planning on sanding it down, and trying the three stage paint kits from Advance Auto? Anyone ever use anything like this? results look ok? I figure it can't look worse. Should I even use aerosal paint, or rent a pro paint system? ROOF: This won't be easy, because I have to work around the moonroof. Should I remove it (undesirable), or tape over it? Anyone ever do this before? About how much time (in days) should I allow myself to do this? Can I buy bulk cans of clearcoat?

10-07-2002, 03:19 PM	#2
2000Pimpinex Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Kentucky Age: 43 Posts: 1,427	If you have to do it yourself then make sure to take your time and be careful. Tape the moonroof over. It will be easier than removing it. I would rent a paint sprayer and set aside a few days to complete the job. Hope everything works out!!! __________________ 2008 Mustang GT 1998 Hatchback SOLD 1992 Hatchback w/ JDM H22A SOLD 1985 Ford Bronco XLT 5.8 351W w/ 33X12.5X15

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10-07-2002, 10:43 PM	#3
slowEJ6 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Oviedo, FL Age: 42 Posts: 3,195	if i were you id slide the roof back so its open, or is the moonroof the kind that only tilts up? ok well if it slides back into the roof, id do that and then tape up and mask the open hole this way the sun/moon roof doesnt get overspray on it. otherwise, if it only tilts, just leave it closed and mask it off. and yeah, take your time....a lot of time. RENT THE SYSTEM, much better, things go a bit faster as well that way. but dont rush.

10-08-2002, 02:57 AM	#4
BrandonClaps Posts: n/a	i'd give yourself about a week, remember you need a place where no dust no dirt no hair will get on yo sheit! aresol can? NO WAY!!!! u need an air comrpessor with a gravity feed gun, maybe u should goto your local library and get a painting book and check it out before u tackle this......

10-13-2002, 03:23 PM	#5
blind34_1 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: IL Age: 40 Posts: 1,813	Yeah, I'll have to do a little research first. I gotta find a garage I can occupy for a while too. Thanks guys, I'll definatly stay clear of aero cans.