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Old Aug 8, 2005 | 12:56 AM
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Preparing for paint....

I think I'm gona sell my car fairly soon, but I know I can get more $ for it if it at least LOOKS good. Right now theres a few primer spots covering surface rust and scratches, as well as clear coat flaking off and stuff. The body is pretty good as far as dings/dents go, so I dont have to worry about that stuff too much, and I'm staying with the stock color so I dont have to worry about door jambs and stuff. I plan on taking it to Maaco (theres a somewhat decent one around here i guess) and just having them do the pretty much cheapest paint job they offer. How should I go about preping the car (besides removing everything that shouldnt be sprayed)? What grit sand papers should I use, what sort of fillers should I use, etc.? Thanks,
-Chris
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Old Aug 8, 2005 | 10:57 AM
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Car: candy blue 85 z28
Engine: 305 tpi LB9
Transmission: 700r4 crazy beefed up one
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where in mass are you? i could do a better job than macco in my drive way.... pm me if you want some prices.

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Old Aug 8, 2005 | 02:52 PM
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***, i wish i lived in MA
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Old Aug 8, 2005 | 03:03 PM
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Originally posted by Rabbitt
***, i wish i lived in MA
nnoooo ya dont. LOL


Jeff, i sent you a PM
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Old Aug 8, 2005 | 05:15 PM
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rabbitt its only a 24 hour ride for ya....hahaha

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Old Aug 8, 2005 | 06:55 PM
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lmao yah, that would be fun..
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