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Lotus Europa Forums => Garage => Topic started by: Luciano1985 on Thursday,March 05, 2020, 07:58:42 AM
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So i have to start thinking about the paint im going to use on my Europa
So far i like the best the color and laquer used on the Foose overhaull
Can sombody advise me on thr color code use and laquer?
What color would you recommend?
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The owner of that car is a forum member, goes by the name 7upJohn, or something like that. I haven't seen him on here in a while, but hopefully he will see your post and chime in.
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It is 7upJohn but I think you have a better chance of getting in touch with him if you send him an email (if he has set that up) or a PM, which will send him an email.
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The original paint was probably nitrocellulose lacquer. They don't make that anymore. Acrylic lacquer is still available, but limited supply, i.e. pre-packaged colors, nothing that can be custom made. A paint similar to the old school lacquer would be acrylic enamel, but that isn't great at all.... tell him to go with single stage urethane. It will be more durable, cost effective, and shine longer.
Dakazman