Re: Where to buy paint - 1930s colors

Posted by GaryinSC On 2023/7/25 10:33:37

I did buy lacquer from TCP but it did not match. I understand the pigments used in the original formulas are not the same as pigments used today so a perfect match is all but impossible. However when I repainted my 32 901 I used base/clear and am very satisfied with the results. B/C is perfect for our cars as it retains it shine, can be matched and requires little maintenance. I am convinced that lacquer is overrated for originality. Maybe in a Pebble Beach car or some really significant coach built car but not a ride that is used regularly. I have had some old timers ask me where I got my lacquer job done. They are surprised to hear it is B/C. The way you buff it is the secret. I did not use a high speed and a wool pad. I scuffed with 1500 again with 3000 then buffed with a 6" DA on low speed. The high shine of B/C is achieved with a high speed because you heat up the clear coat so much that it turns out like liquid plastic. By using a DA on low speed you do not get that glass like shine and more resembles lacquer but it keeps that depth of shine even after 4 years on my car. It costs to much to paint a car and not have it last. My 2 cents.