Flat black stripes on black 65 ??
02-13-2010, 07:15 PM
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Flat black stripes on black 65 ??
whats everyones opinion of getting my 65 coupe painted raven black then adding satin black stripes. Was deciding on either painting on the stripes or getting them as vinyl decal stripes...so 2 questions... do u like satin black stripes....and how should i go about putting them on, painting or decal??
what say you ????
what say you ????
02-14-2010, 07:31 AM
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Flat or satin, I think they will look good as a ghost stripe. I would paint the stripes first and get them right as flatteners act different each time (in enamels). Clear coats are different and should be more consistant. You may very well be able to use the same base with satin and gloss clear to achieve your goal. I have never have used a clear with a satin finish, but have seen great results from others. I would not even consider decals. Good luck.
02-14-2010, 10:17 PM
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i think satin will look better than flat black, right??....whats a ghost stripe??? i have heard when you use a satin/flat paint that if you rub the paint that it will become glossy....is this true?? can you put some sort of coat over the top to prevent this??......i live in atlanta
02-14-2010, 10:35 PM
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i think satin will look better than flat black, right??....whats a ghost stripe??? i have heard when you use a satin/flat paint that if you rub the paint that it will become glossy....is this true?? can you put some sort of coat over the top to prevent this??......i live in atlanta
a ghost stripe is where you take a panel say black and add a pearl to the paint for stripes flames etc then you clear the entire panel...this gives it a ghost look its a different color but its very subtle
you dont want to polish flattened paint it can make it shinier
02-14-2010, 10:42 PM
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If you are doing the car for yourself and don't plan on selling anytime soon, I would do what you want. For resale, I would say that the flat black stripes may not be everyone's cup of tea and narrow future buyers.
