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Pampered-Z · 01-20-2009, 08:26 AM

Paul,

You didn't mention YOUR LABOR!

I don't think allot of people realize how much time is spent doing the prep work. On just my hood alone I'm on the 3rd round of blocking it out and working on high/low spots, probably 15-20 hours of sanding/filling/test coats.

Just want to add, I've worked in Body shops over the years, more then just time materials is al the time and care to prep for a real quality paint process. Just making sure the surface is perfectly clean and the surrounding area takes more time then laying the paint. I think allot of people would be amazed at the time spent washing/cleaning the paint booth and chemical washing the car. The TV don't show the countless (and boring) hours getting the surface proper for a good paint job.

01-20-2009, 08:26 AM	#2
Pampered-Z Sliderule / Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Catawissa PA Posts: 2,294 iTrader: (1)	Paul, You didn't mention YOUR LABOR! I don't think allot of people realize how much time is spent doing the prep work. On just my hood alone I'm on the 3rd round of blocking it out and working on high/low spots, probably 15-20 hours of sanding/filling/test coats. Just want to add, I've worked in Body shops over the years, more then just time materials is al the time and care to prep for a real quality paint process. Just making sure the surface is perfectly clean and the surrounding area takes more time then laying the paint. I think allot of people would be amazed at the time spent washing/cleaning the paint booth and chemical washing the car. The TV don't show the countless (and boring) hours getting the surface proper for a good paint job. __________________ 93Z M6 Black: The 385 Lives! Supercharged, 3-core front mount intercooler, GTP heads, 3:73's, Street twin clutch, Jethot Longtubes, Mufflex 4" catback/spintech, S+W cage, Spohn Suspenion, Yada Yada Yada 1) Build it 2) Race it 3) Break it 4) Repeat!!!