Need helping finding a good paint mixer

[vladniko86]

I am looking to pick up a pint of paint for my H8R FR-S. Long story short, went off the road, dented rocker and quarter panel. Going to do the body work myself, just need a shop to paint it for me.

What is your guys' experience with paint companies and who knows a good vendor that will provide a very close match? Thanks yall

[BigTuna]

I've had good experiences with https://www.automotivetouchup.com/. I ordered a few spray cans of 02C for my spoiler and antenna. It matches really well.

I also have used paintscratch.com, but found it a little bit more expensive.

[vladniko86]

Originally Posted by BigTuna

I've had good experiences with https://www.automotivetouchup.com/. I ordered a few spray cans of 02C for my spoiler and antenna. It matches really well.

I also have used paintscratch.com, but found it a little bit more expensive.

Did you purchase one of their clear coats as well?

[BigTuna]

I did just because I figured it was probably a little bit more application specific rather than Krylon, or a normal Home Depot brand.

Edit: Keep in mind, I rattle canned mine. I'm not sure if you planned on doing that or have a spray gun since you mentioned a pint.

[vladniko86]

I'm planning on buy the paint and clear and having a shop paint it after I do some body work to it

[Sapphireho]

Originally Posted by vladniko86

I'm planning on buy the paint and clear and having a shop paint it after I do some body work to it

Usually the shop has a connection.

[vladniko86]

Originally Posted by Sapphireho

Usually the shop has a connection.

I understand, I just believe some will try to overcharge me as some quoted me $100+ already


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[humfrz]

Originally Posted by vladniko86

I'm planning on buy the paint and clear and having a shop paint it after I do some body work to it

And - if it doesn't turn out well, who is to blame?

You, your body prep work?

The supplier of the paint?

The shop that sprayed the paint?

I'd suggest that you have the paint shop do the whole job.


(yes, I have painted many cars in my time - )


humfrz

[vladniko86]

Originally Posted by humfrz

And - if it doesn't turn out well, who is to blame?

You, your body prep work?

The supplier of the paint?

The shop that sprayed the paint?

I'd suggest that you have the paint shop do the whole job.


(yes, I have painted many cars in my time - )


humfrz

I really want to but that will be a lot more money. I will go the cheaper route first and hope it works out haha


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[humfrz]

Originally Posted by vladniko86

I really want to but that will be a lot more money. I will go the cheaper route first and hope it works out haha


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OK, your call.

Hey, you could save more money by painting it yourself (just get a good quality roller).

(jest ah messen wich ya - )


humfrz

[vladniko86]

Originally Posted by humfrz

OK, your call.



Hey, you could save more money by painting it yourself (just get a good quality roller).



(jest ah messen wich ya - )





humfrz

Hahahaha, send me a link, I'm sure it'll come out amazing


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[bcj]

There are usually two or three local distributors that supply all the body shops in a given area, depending on population.
Automotive paint is going to be expensive whoever you buy it from.

I got some touchup paint for my whiteout. Base white, and tint with pearl in two small bottles that have a brush inside the cap.
Wesco Autobody Supplies in Renton. They mixed them up to the correct color codes.

It's possible to spend hours running around trying to find the best deal, but could you have spent those hours more profitably finishing up the bodywork?

[Leonardo]

Originally Posted by vladniko86

I understand, I just believe some will try to overcharge me as some quoted me $100+ already


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Yep, auto paint is expensive. I used to work at a pint shop. $100 of paint is not much paint. (especially paint like H8R)




I figured a full paint job was $600 - $1000 just in materials. We would charge $4k to 5K for a full job.

[humfrz]

Originally Posted by Leonardo

Yep, auto paint is expensive. I used to work at a pint shop. $100 of paint is not much paint. (especially paint like H8R)




I figured a full paint job was $600 - $1000 just in materials. We would charge $4k to 5K for a full job.

Yep, it always has been. I remember back in the late 50s, when I was painting cars, a gallon of enamel automotive paint costs about $30 (minimum wage was $1.00 per hour).

A gallon of enamel paint would cover a full sized car (one heavy coat).

Back then, if you wanted 20 coats of hand rubbed every other coat of lacquer paint, you best be rich!


humfrz