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WSSix 09-26-2013 04:57 PM

I like the paint choice but I wonder how important it will be for them to have the car stand out at SEMA? Maybe that should be taken into consideration? I don't know. I think the car would look good in white though.

Matt@BOS 09-26-2013 05:57 PM

Satin white should look good. One option that I saw last weekend that really surprised me was a satin clear wrap over a gloss color. Easier to spray and (in theory) maintain since you don't have to repaint panels if something gets scratched or polished.

Ron in SoCal 09-26-2013 07:07 PM

^ that was impressive. We should of taken a pic. Looked awesome.

MattO 09-26-2013 09:05 PM

I want that paint color so badly.

DO IT!!!

waynieZ 09-27-2013 09:18 PM

I'm loving the color too!

Al Moreno 09-28-2013 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by coolwelder62 (Post 507069)
It will look Awesome if thet choose this color.

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Originally Posted by MattO (Post 507270)
I want that paint color so badly.

DO IT!!!

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Originally Posted by waynieZ (Post 507430)
I'm loving the color too!

I agree, it is a nice color! The biggest challenge is getting the paint code.

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Originally Posted by Rick D (Post 507076)
remember to keep your hands VERY clear or always wear gloves if you plan on touching the car!! It will show every little touch to the car!

Rick, that is the biggest concern that would be reason for hesitating going with it.

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Originally Posted by WSSix (Post 507223)
I like the paint choice but I wonder how important it will be for them to have the car stand out at SEMA? Maybe that should be taken into consideration? I don't know. I think the car would look good in white though.

Standing out at SEMA is a consideration. Blood red was considered but living with the car after SEMA is the biggest consideration and white just fits these car well.

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Originally Posted by Matt.A (Post 507235)
Satin white should look good. One option that I saw last weekend that really surprised me was a satin clear wrap over a gloss color. Easier to spray and (in theory) maintain since you don't have to repaint panels if something gets scratched or polished.

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Originally Posted by Ron in SoCal (Post 507247)
^ that was impressive. We should of taken a pic. Looked awesome.

We looked at some satin whites wraps and they look really nice. The down side is because of the body mods, the car needs to be painted before wrapping as the primer would show through. So painting to wrap didn't make sense.

Because of the maintenance issue with satin, we are leaning more towards a pearl white. I gues the biggest reason for the pearl is just to be different. If your going to spend thousands of dollars to repaint the car, you might change it at least a little so folks know it's not a factory job. I personally love the factory white. Specially if done right like RS's Innovator.


Well here are a few pics of the SEMA crash. Boys work till two this morning and will be up at 6 AM.


http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...ps897e60bb.jpg

GregWeld 09-28-2013 06:18 AM

You have to scroll back -- to see the post with the bag of $6.99 files. I wasn't able to quote the picture here (<me> Dumbest poster in the Universe!).

I was using some files yesterday --- and got to thinking to myself about what an underrated tool they are! I (and this will be a big statement) don't think 90% of the people picking one up, know how to use them properly.

I was taught by a guy that did pick and file work - and lead work - at my first job at Gateway Body and Fender... when I was 13.

GregWeld 09-28-2013 06:33 AM

I vote Pearl white and wonder if it can't be really really WHITE -- rather than a bone white Pearl??


Too bad there won't (???) be a way to tell the story of the boys doing this car at SEMA --- because to me --- that's the koolest part of the car.


Sure makes it fun when your kids get into the hobby! Mine has moved to Redondo Beach and has started a business making carbon fiber diffusers and body kits for high end cars. They'll have two cars at SEMA this year showing off their work. So far they have a couple BMW's -- and LEXUS gave them a IS to do for SEMA... the rest is "in the work$"


http://enlaes.com/335-m-sport/

Al Moreno 09-28-2013 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by GregWeld (Post 507455)
I vote Pearl white and wonder if it can't be really really WHITE -- rather than a bone white Pearl??


Too bad there won't (???) be a way to tell the story of the boys doing this car at SEMA --- because to me --- that's the koolest part of the car.

I couldn't agree more. Basically you have three brother who have never done anything like this before go at it!


Sure makes it fun when your kids get into the hobby! Mine has moved to Redondo Beach and has started a business making carbon fiber diffusers and body kits for high end cars. They'll have two cars at SEMA this year showing off their work. So far they have a couple BMW's -- and LEXUS gave them a IS to do for SEMA... the rest is "in the work$"



http://enlaes.com/335-m-sport/

Greg thats Awesome! Where are the cars going to be as we would love to see them?

GregWeld 09-28-2013 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Al Moreno (Post 507556)
Greg thats Awesome! Where are the cars going to be as we would love to see them?


One will be in the Toyo tire booth outside in between main and south hall


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