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RENAMED: help me with tinting my tails please

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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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sorry, im in a rush on my way to class at 12:30...

my two cans of VHT just came in for my tails and trunk piece... however i suck at this, or ive never done it before. one of the two.

what is a good inconspicuous object to like...practice on?

do u think two cans is enough if i practice on a small object first? gahhh i wanna do this sooo friggen bad haha
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 10:57 AM
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bumppp

anyone know??
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 10:58 AM
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how do you plan on applying clear coat in a can like that?
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 11:58 AM
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haha, t hats why i was asking.

wanna get me a link to the right stuff? or can i find it at autozone?
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 12:16 PM
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if you have a paint sprayer, you could use the clear like that, if not you need to buy the spray paint can clear coat....I would go with 2 cans of VHT if you plan on 3 layers, better to have too much than too little.
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 12:27 PM
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Just buy the duplicolor clear in the aerosol can, that can in your post will do you no good without a paint gun. Other than that, that'* the VHT stuff. I purchased two cans of VHT and I'm glad I did. Three light coats of VHT because it likes to run, I would recommend about three layers of clear, and pay attention to the articles in techinfo.
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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where can i find the duplicolor? autozone? or do i gotta buy it online like the VHT
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 12:48 PM
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Should have it at most auto parts stores. I bought mine at Pepboys, and I've seen it, though slightly pricier, at Autozone.
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does he want laqeur or enamel?
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 04:13 PM
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i believe its lacquer. i just bought a can of it so i hope so. was only $5 so not too much of a loss. waiting on the VHT now from summit =) will post pictures as progress comes along. hopefully pat is gonna help me cause im retarded.
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