Hemv2003,
Here are 20 GOOD websites on HOW TO PAINT A CAR. Sites include
instructions, project photos, health and safety concerns, video and
book resources, government regulations, and forum discussions. I have
reviewed each site and provide a brief description under each link.
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1.
HOW TO PAINT A CAR
http://realbig.com/detomaso/1998-02/1215.html
A very detailed step-by-step instruction on how to paint a car. From
prep to show-car finish.
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2.
Videos - How to paint your car!
http://www.autobody101.com/videos/
Here you can order a complete set of 4 videos that will walk you
through the process of painting your car.
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3.
Free auto painting and auto body work E-Book
http://www.autobody101.com/download.php
Click here to download a free ebook about the basics of auto painting
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4.
Auto Body and Paint Information, Tips, and Techniques
http://www.autobody101.com/articles/
A multi-page indexed website providing a complete guide to every
aspect of auto body repair and painting
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5.
HOW I PAINTED MY CAR
http://www.geocities.com/piran_montford/car/
One owner’s story of how he painted his 1982 Y-reg Austin Metro L, in
the style of the artist Piet Mondrian.
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6.
DRIVEWERKS - How To and Do It Yourself books
http://www.drivewerks.com/catalog/ShopCart/STUF/POR_STUF_BKHOWT-detail.htm
An excellent resource for ordering books on car preparation, painting,
restoration, and detailing. Over 2 dozen books devoted to car
painting.
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7.
What it takes to Refinish Your Car...
http://www.majewskiautobody.com/refinishing.htm
A brief description of the steps professionals take to refinish a car.
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8.
CAR PAINTING - CHEMISTRY IS IMPORTANT
http://www.geocities.com/car_painting/
Explanation of the chemistry of automobile paint and finishes
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9.
Taking some of the confusion out of the newest wave in painting
http://www.dpchevy.com/feature5.asp
An overview of the effects of new air quality regulations on the
automobile painting industry and how that then affects car
enthusiasts.
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10.
CAR PAINTING FAQS
http://www.autoswastik.com/paints.htm
A guide to give an insight into the world of refinishing and refinish
paints to help consumers understand what it really takes to get the
best re-spray job, giving suggestions on how to select the right body
shops and providing informative and money-saving tips.
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11.
RESTORATION TIPS
http://www.seanet.com/Users/clauded/tips.html
An extremely detailed discussion on how to restore a car, from metal
repair to detailed painting instructions.
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12.
Project Build El Cheapo, Part 4 - Paint for the Poor
http://www.carcraft.com/projectbuild/3844/
A photo and text documentation of a low-cost painting process for a
1972 El Camino. Good pictures.
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13.
HOTRODDERS BULLETIN BOARD - Body - Exterior
http://www.hotrodders.com/f19
A discussion group for hotrod enthusiasts with one section devoted to
body and exterior maintenance. Many thread discussing painting
techniques.
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14.
Automotive Painting
http://www.mini.org/minirestoration/Restoration/PaintContent.html
Well-written overview of how-to-pick a paint shop to paint types,
do-it-yourself steps, safety and health concerns, and color matching.
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15.
CLASSIC AUTO RESTORATION – PAINT FAQS
http://www.paneldoctor.com/FAQ/faqpaint.htm
Answers to everyday questions regarding auto painting and restoration.
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16.
REC.AUTOS NEWSGROUP ARCHIVE
http://groups.google.com/groups?hl=en&lr=&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=paint&btnG=Google+Search&meta=group%3Drec.autos.misc
Numerous discussions and first-hand advice on car painting
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17.
BULLARD - Respiratory Products - Automotive Painting Industry
http://autopaint.bullard.com/
Necessary safety equipment for automobile painters and refinishers.
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18.
OSHA - Safety and Health Topics: Autobody Repair and Refinishing
http://www.osha-slc.gov/SLTC/autobody/
OSHA guidelines covering workers in autobody shops who are potentially
exposed to a variety of chemical and physical hazards. Chemical
hazards may include volatile organics from paints, fillers and
solvents; silica from sandblasting operations; dusts from sanding; and
metal fumes from welding and cutting.
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19.
RUST AND YOU
http://www.autorestorer.com/articles/art104.html
An overview of the important first step to painting a car – rust
removal.
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20.
SCOTT GRUNDFOR CO. – IDEAS FOR COLLECTORS - PAINT
http://www.scottgrundfor.com/ideas/paint3.html
Steps to applying paint to cars; choosing equipment, health and
safety, paint selection, spraying techniques, and fixing problems.
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Thank you for your question. If any of the links do not meet your
needs, please feel free to ask for clarification.
-K~
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