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Even a high quality catayzed primer was never meant to be exposed to the sun.

I repainted a couple locally built '32 Fords that were shot with a PPG epoxy primer, and in about 3 years they were fading. By the five year mark they were medium gray with white streaks running down the sides. The primer was breaking down due to exposure.

You probably aren't going to find any primer that will last very long. The only permanent "fix" is a topcoat black with flattener added. A catalyzed paint is even better.

Originally Posted by HOTRODPAINT

Even a high quality catayzed primer was never meant to be exposed to the sun.

I repainted a couple locally built '32 Fords that were shot with a PPG epoxy primer, and in about 3 years they were fading. By the five year mark they were medium gray with white streaks running down the sides. The primer was breaking down due to exposure.

You probably aren't going to find any primer that will last very long. The only permanent "fix" is a topcoat black with flattener added. A catalyzed paint is even better.

Honestly none of that means anything to me. I do not even know how to use a spray gun, and through all the years of building cars, I could never find one person to teach me.

Since I have been laid off for two years, and only do the occasional website, I never really have any cash to spare. So, it is either spray cans, or finding somebody to trade with.

Darn outsourcing has ruined me

If I could just find somebody with a booth who would be willing to teach me, I would be willing to do all the work and pay for the materials. But people act like it is some kind of holy secret.

Everything else from mechanical to electrical I have been able to teach myself, just not painting or upholstery. It kinda sucks!