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Not "all" red ..... there will be some other stuff goin on ....

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Thats pretty sharp .... As far as copying goes ... cig did a whole bunch of boats with similar graffics to that one .... just diff. colors ... there's a couple gladiators that look very similar to that on here ....

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Actually this is what we're thinking of for the cafe. :)

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Thats a great lookin boat there as well !!!!

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wish it was a better pic ..I like this minus the horse head :D

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I could put this on her for you Jer.

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You don't wanna do that !!! you won't be able to keep your sister-in-law away from it !!! :D

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I like the looks of the outside of the boat but isnt the dash all red and yellow too? Would you put color on the dash or leave it white? Carpet? Bolsters? Just curious.

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Now that's some funny stuff right there!!!

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We're thinking about doing the cockpit interior next year. To much on my plate this year.

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May I ask a question?

What kind of paint are you going to use? I'm trying to figure out what to use on ours.
Thanks,
Adam

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I'm going to use spies hecker paint for premier paint on vine street in eastlake.

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Any reason for that brand? I'm totally confused which to use: Spies, PPG, Dupont. Is one better than the other or is it personal preference? Thanks for your time.

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To be honest I'm going with the advise of some very experienced painters. But I think rastinger is going to use dupont do to the fact they can get the colors he needs. I think dupont is a little more expensive. Good luck, Scott

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Thanks. Unless someone can tell me why not to, I think I'm gonna use some PPG stuff.

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Spies is more $$ than Dupont. I believe Dupont has owned Spies for a few years now.

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Still learning, thanks for the info.

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Now that's some funny chit right there.... :D :D :D

I'm Back :eek: :eek: :eek:

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BTW, I'm gonna bet Scott's not to worried about that happening anytime soon :eek: :eek: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

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How do you like this?

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I'm going to ask Rob to repsond to this later this evening inbetween. We are most likely going to have to use DuPont vs Spies because of our colors like Skramer said, however I know he prefers Spies due to touch-ups, blends later on down the road, easier to work with, etc. I'll mention this to him and ask you to give you his opinion. He's been a painter for over 15 years.

Barb

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JoMama, sweetie, we missed you! The post whore count went waaaay down while you were gone :evilb:

Glad to see you made it back safely! See you soon.

Barbie Claws

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You know that's one of my favorites schemes:-))

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That one is cool too, then you wouldn't change the interior. Save a little....I like it... :D :D :evilb:

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I know....I've come to the conclusion, I can't be everything to everyone, just something to someone...... :eek: :eek:

see ya soon...

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Adam, there are differnces from paint mfr to paint mfr. There are different overlap times, which means if you have multiple colors there are windows where you have to place you next coat over it.

With Spies Hecker this isn't the case. DuPont, yes, you have only 12 hours. If you go past the 12 hours you have to lay down a barrier coat over top of what you've already done, which is an extra step in the painting process. With PPG, I'm not positive, but I believe that the DBC line is the same as the Spies. Not sure about the global and DBU is definately out of the question. PPG offers some of the best clears in the industry with their Diamond Cut and Graffiti Clears, however the down side it they are harder to sand and buff but more durable in my experience.

Whatever you do, do your homework and ask a lot of questions. If you need any help I can put you in the right direction as I know you live in our area, and I'm happy to help out any way I can. PM me and we can talk

Rob

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Thanks Rob. As we have never done paint before, I'm not sure why we want to do this! Oh well, we'll see how it goes. I have talked with a few people, and everyone recommends some thing different. We have been thinking about doing PPG DCC for the base white, then the graphics in DBC, and some clear to finish. At this point we are still sanding :( . Hope to get some primer on soon - PPG K36, I believe.

Adam

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Whatever you guys do ... Ya better hurry up !!!!

It's gonna be spring before ya know it .... a few days of summer .... and then time to put 'em away again !!!!!

Sorry ! :rolleyes: :D :eek: :drink: :p :(

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You're killin us with comments like that Jer!

We were down at the Lagoons w/Skramers the other evening. Hope it's not too long before all that ice melts and the sun starts to shine again:-)

B.

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How was Vegas?

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It was good Martin. 71 and sunny everyday we were there, which was way above normal for them in January. We landed Sunday night and is was 2 Deg and we just missed that Sat snowstorm, which we heard was a good one.

Rob learned how to play craps and did well. We only lost $125, but considering we gambled 4 days that's not too bad.

Barb

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good to hear, you guys got to give me a ring one of these weekends.

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Ring Ring............................. :evilb: :evilb:

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Justonce talkin bout Vegas and rings, sounds like he wants to get married! :eek: :p

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Take the plunge..............everyone has to try it JUST ONCE :D :D :D

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Then these are those who try it more than once. :evilb: :evilb:

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Agreed JustOnce, we do need to get together. Of course our lives are consumed with getting the boat to come together in time for summer. We need to get you out this way so you can see how things are coming along, then we'll head out and have some fun!!! We're heading out tonight to Mentor if you're interested. We have a guest room if things get too ugly :evilb:

mkramer, sweetie, it's sooooooo good the second time :eek: :drink: :D

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How do you like this paint job?

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Looks nice , but that tight red suit will get kinda sticky on a hot day I'd think !??!???!? :drink:

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Rastinger: you of all people "knowing my situation" Should know tthe chances of me getting married are slim to none. :D Once the weather breaks we will have to all get together for sure.