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1956 62 Painted Dash Level Of Gloss?

Started by Newhoubl, June 08, 2020, 11:03:17 PM

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Newhoubl

June 08, 2020, 11:03:17 PM
I am restoring my 1956 62 dash, the lower portion that is painted, does anyone know the correct level of gloss that the paint should be to match the original factory shine?

Dan LeBlanc

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June 09, 2020, 07:50:52 AM
The standard would be basically an unpolished lacquer look - a little bit of sheen, but not mirror finish.  Slightly glossier than basecoat before clearcoat is applied.
Dan LeBlanc
1977 Lincoln Continental Town Car

Michael Petti

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June 09, 2020, 04:08:56 PM
Sounds like a satin finish might work.

Mike Josephic CLC #3877

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June 09, 2020, 06:41:43 PM
It's not a satin, but a gloss level very close to the
paint on the body color.  Is your lower dash color
the same as the body color?  On my '55 they are.
However, that is not always the case.  It depends on
what the interior trim colors are.

Mike
1955 Cadillac Eldorado
1973 Cadillac Eldorado
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2004 Escalade
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Saturnin15

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June 09, 2020, 10:54:17 PM
I painted mine alpine white with the same paint as my roof.
Sedan Deville 1956
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