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saophoto Aug 29, 2021 12:27 PM

Need help with paint color
 
Hi Folks! I just picked up a 2009 2lt and the hood is in dire need of paint.
The tag in the glove box does not have a number, just says waterbased.....
Can anyone help me identify which of the three 2009 reds this is?
I have attached the glovebox info and a picture of the car.
Thanks so much!!!
Steve
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...ca9189481f.jpg
tag in glove box, even got down really close and does not look like anything was washed away, paint code just seems to be missing
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...400e6b9f3b.jpg
the color i am trying to match.....

Oldblue Aug 29, 2021 12:37 PM

Sure can decipher that paint code it is

GM ACDelco Red Jewel Touch Up Paint Code 79U WA517Q


saophoto Aug 29, 2021 12:44 PM

Wow! Old Blue! Thanks for the fast reply! oh!!! I see now, it is the last code before the word waterbased, the sites i looked at said it was after..... Thank you so much!!

Oldblue Aug 29, 2021 01:03 PM

You’re welcome! That’s a very nicely equipped 2LT! Looks like new! Enjoy it!

saophoto Aug 29, 2021 01:10 PM

Thanks! It does have all the bells and whistles! Haven't had it checked out yet but all seems good except for occasional hesitation on acceleration. I do know it was sitting for at least 3 months before I picked it up and maybe driving it will help it straighten out :-)

Oldblue Aug 29, 2021 01:33 PM

Check the timing chain, remove the valve cover and visually inspect for slack in the chain or damaged front guide.

saophoto Aug 29, 2021 01:39 PM

Thanks so much for the tip! I will do that as soon as I get a chance.
I have to replace the hood supports before I can tinker inside there! :-)
This is my first car in about 15 years, been driving a sidecar motorcycle all this time........

Oldblue Aug 29, 2021 03:37 PM

Just so you know, we get a discount from RockAuto

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/supp...-2021-a-61707/

PulpFriction Sep 8, 2021 01:21 PM

Nice specimen!

I obsess on that family of reds, my favorite. Good thing you don’t have the 89U tintcoat. Almost the same color. It was stunningly pretty and extra cost, but prolly a PITA to match.

I have the same sunburn problem on my black HHR, hood + roof.

https://www.vehiclehistory.com/repor...specs/lt-w-2lt

saophoto Sep 8, 2021 02:26 PM

Thanks Pulpfiction, been playing with getting other little flaws out of the way before I delve into the paint any further!


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