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Base/Clear coat?

Started by Rick Biarritz, June 14, 2009, 04:19:29 PM

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Rick Biarritz

June 14, 2009, 04:19:29 PM
Going to attempt some paint touch-ups.  How do I determine if my paint is base/clear or not?  The car was reapainted a few years ago. 

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June 14, 2009, 04:58:50 PM
Try a little polishing compound, if the color comes off on the rag you have single stage paint, not BC/CC.

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Walter Youshock

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June 14, 2009, 09:00:35 PM
If it's original and before around 1987, chances are it's lacquer.  The 1990 Brougham was the last Cadillac painted in lacquer.

What year is it?
CLC #11959 (Life)
1957 Coupe deVille
1991 Brougham

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June 14, 2009, 09:28:13 PM
It was a repaint a few years ago so not lacquer.

I could tell what it is just by looking at.  Any car with clearcoat has a much glossier look than single stage paint.

Rick , doesn't really matter anyway, only touch up paint - for what stone chips , etc. ? All touch up is noticeable, just get some paint on there to seal up the steel to prevent rust.

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