"Inspirations" for my ERA 289

[jeffy]

Originally Posted by Snakebit

What color did you decide for paint?

I asked Tony to make me samples of Triumph Signal Red, Ditzler paint code 70966, and AC Cars AC8 Rosso Chiaro, I.C.I. paint code FG39. Both paints are available through PPG's automotive paint division. They are one-stage paints, but can be reformulated to two-stage. I was thinking of going with the one-stage to be more authentic, but Tony didn't sound real enthusiastic: he said one-stage would be less durable, for starters. Any thoughts from the group?

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by jeffy

They are one-stage paints, but can be reformulated to two-stage. I was thinking of going with the one-stage to be more authentic, but Tony didn't sound real enthusiastic...

Have Tony paint a 2'x2' with the reformulated color. Clear coats are more durable, easier to maintain, and are repaired easier... BUT, they might not please your discerning eye. They only way you'll know is to have him paint you a test swatch.

[FrankJohnson69]

Originally Posted by jeffy

I asked Tony to make me samples of Triumph Signal Red, Ditzler paint code 70966, and AC Cars AC8 Rosso Chiaro, I.C.I. paint code FG39. Both paints are available through PPG's automotive paint division. They are one-stage paints, but can be reformulated to two-stage. I was thinking of going with the one-stage to be more authentic, but Tony didn't sound real enthusiastic: he said one-stage would be less durable, for starters. Any thoughts from the group?

Yeah, I agree that two stage is mo betta but have it painted by someone else.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by FrankJohnson69

Yeah, I agree that two stage is mo betta but have it painted by someone else.

We haven't had a Tony's v. Connecticut Custom in at least a couple of months....