First time painting a car - some questions

[torredcuda]

I`ve done it with and without metal prep and never had an issue, PPG used to recommend metal prep years ago and then changed thier procedure but others still do recommend it. I think the main issue is that you nuetralize the acid prep so it doesn`t continue to work after you prime it. If I have very minor surface pitting after blasting or grinding I still will acid wipe (metal prep) then clean with water or windex.

[YellowThumper]

Look forward to seeing your progress. Along with some learning as this is in my future.

[dodj]

Look forward to seeing your progress. Along with some learning as this is in my future.

My future too. My car was painted in, I think 1993 or 94. It has held up well. But soon it will be time for new paint. Maybe try to make it look like Sheldons pink hemi.....

[69 500]

A wise and well liked man whom has passed had Quote that he used at his shop which is very true , but lazy people won't understand " doing it right does't cost anymore"