The Ford Barn

luvmyclassics · 10-23-2017, 11:40 AM

I am considering painting my truck on my own which I have no experience doing. My son would help as he has painted various body parts but never a complete vehicle.

I live very close to an Eastwood store and they keep telling me I can do it.

Here are my concerns and questions:

Looking at both a single stage paint or a pearl BC/CC. Not sure if a BC/CC is too much to try on first project. Perhaps single stage makes more sense because I could paint piece by piece.

Would likely have to paint outdoors in a portable garage set up for painting.

Thinking of using Eastwood paint which appears to be Kirker brand paint. Price is the attraction as well as the help they are offering. However, if the paint job wont last 10 plus years it is not the paint for me.

Appreciate any advice.

10-23-2017, 11:40 AM	#1
luvmyclassics Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 193	Getting close to paint decision time. Need advice. I am considering painting my truck on my own which I have no experience doing. My son would help as he has painted various body parts but never a complete vehicle. I live very close to an Eastwood store and they keep telling me I can do it. Here are my concerns and questions: Looking at both a single stage paint or a pearl BC/CC. Not sure if a BC/CC is too much to try on first project. Perhaps single stage makes more sense because I could paint piece by piece. Would likely have to paint outdoors in a portable garage set up for painting. Thinking of using Eastwood paint which appears to be Kirker brand paint. Price is the attraction as well as the help they are offering. However, if the paint job wont last 10 plus years it is not the paint for me. Appreciate any advice.