how much paint

[z4me69]

ok getting ready to buy my paint for one of my 69 camaro's going with bc cc lazer blue gm color car is in lt gray primer how much base can i get by with? thanks

[NovaBlue71]

Kind of a open question. What type of bc/cc system are you using? Depending on that will make a difference. A good quality base I would figure at least 1gal and 1qt. . You will use up a 1qt. and then some to jamb car. I always like to have a little extra if possible for future work or in case of a accident. Don't let someone talk you into one of the many low end systems out there. It seems nowdays everyone trying to do things cheaper when it comes to paintwork. Be up front and ask what is getting used and do some research on your end too.any other questions feel free to ask. Joe

[z4me69]

thanks i'm using shopline i have had good luck with it just havent done a all over i have a gallon and a quart right now might get another quart

[Musclerodz]

I average 6-8 quarts on a Camaro, but have done up to 3 gallons on some builds especially when painting interiors.

[Boss 5.0]

Originally Posted by z4me69

thanks i'm using shopline i have had good luck with it just havent done a all over i have a gallon and a quart right now might get another quart

Shopline will not cover like DBC will. You will need more paint to cover the same area. Also, how much of the engine compartment are you painting body color? Fender wells and radiator support will chew up plenty of product as well. Not an easy question to answer without many more details.

[z4me69]

firewall and all under hooh will be hotrod black .i know the shopline wont cover like dbc thats why i asked. this is just a budget paint job to get this car through a couple of yrs so i can finish my pt 69 thanks for the replies

[Musclerodz]

Depending on the color and transparancy you may need more than that.