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May 3, 2006 | 07:28 PM

westman

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DIY paint for newbies

I'm thinking about painting my car and was wanting some recommendations for a dummies manual. Are there any books out there that will aid the first time painter?

May 3, 2006 | 07:37 PM

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how much do you know all ready the paint part is eazy it the clear that kind trickey and temp is importent so make sure the mix that you are going to be makeing is for the temp you are painting in.

May 3, 2006 | 07:42 PM

JBert

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I've found this book helpful:

Motorbooks Workshop : How To Paint Your Car
By Dennis W. Parks & David H. Jacobs, Jr.
ISBN: 0-7603-1583-3

I got if for $20.00.

May 3, 2006 | 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by westman

I'm thinking about painting my car and was wanting some recommendations for a dummies manual. Are there any books out there that will aid the first time painter?

eastwood has ALL the stuff you need. they have DIY books called "paintucation" check their website out and youll find all your painting needs there... well except for a booth.