Finkle

I'm wondering how much paint I need to buy to paint my panel. Just did some Bondo work and I want to paint it again. Last time I used rattle cans, but this time I have access to a spray-gun.

I know a gallon would work, but I don't want to buy a lot more than I need.

Anybody out here know from experience how much I should buy?

Thanks.

donbrew

Don't forget clear coat and some sort of thinner.

Finkle

Going for the primered look. Flat black, maybe with a flat white stripe. So I don't think I will need a clear coat, not sure on thinner. A lot I don't know about this. Thankfully my father-in-law will show me how to use it. Just want to make sure I bring the right amount of supplies when I go over there.

Snoopy

if your father-in-law is experienced, couldn't he tell you the materials and quantities.....tape, masking materials, sanding and cleaning products, thinners, paint and such???

Oldblue

I'd be concerned with the flat primer paint absorbing water

Finkle

Snoopy,

He's painted a few cars, and has used the spray gun before. But I figured since everyone here has an HHR maybe somebody knows a good quantity that doesn't leave me with too much left over. Didn't know if anyone here has painted their own. He knows a lot more than me, but he doesn't claim to be an expert.

firemangeorge

Going with a primer look with no clear coat, I would assume you would need more coats of paint. May need more paint than a standard color/clearcoat job.

Best to ask a professional for an opinion. I'm sure the place you buy your automotive paint from can give you some answers.

Snoopy

There is a couple owners on this forum who painted their entire cars in flat colors. Can't remember who though. Maybe someone else can help. Then send the owners a PM with your questions.

Oldblue

Most of those flat coloured HHR's are Plastidipped.

lasater

Contact your local John Deere tractor dealership. The color you want is called "Blitz Black ". It's the early hot rod / rat rod color I think you are looking for. It is really cheap, MUCH cheaper than automotive paint. It runs arouns $30 a gallon. At this price, get 2 gallons. You will also need their reducer and hardener.