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Need an auto painter!

Discussion in 'Southern California' started by SEAN B, Apr 28, 2014.

  1. Apr 28, 2014 at 12:31 PM
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    SEAN B

    SEAN B [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Anyone know of a good paint shop in So Cal? I'm needing the roof of my truck painted soon. I'd be willing to travel from Riverside area to the South Bay depending on price of the job. I've had a couple quotes of about $600 and am trying to find something cheaper without sacrificing the quality of work.

    Double cab / Indigo Ink

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  2. Apr 28, 2014 at 3:45 PM
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    How about San Bernardino? I can ask my dad to see how much.
     
  3. Apr 28, 2014 at 7:50 PM
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    That would be great. Let me know what he says.
    Thanks man!
     
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  4. Apr 28, 2014 at 11:12 PM
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    CDSurfPhotography

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    I'm in the same boat, my clear coat is starting to go on my roof of my Indigo Ink. Hate looking at it everyday but can't justify all that money right now. No rust yet just showing the really bad white from the clear coat peeling
     
  5. Apr 29, 2014 at 12:10 AM
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    What size cab do you have?
     
  6. Apr 29, 2014 at 8:40 AM
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    Its a double cab, Indigo ink blue.
     
  7. Apr 29, 2014 at 8:44 AM
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    I've seen our paint issue on 4-5 Tacomas all in Indigo blue, kinda strange.
     
  8. Apr 29, 2014 at 9:01 AM
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    Yeah its a bummer its an 06 but I've seen others the same year without any issues. I wonder if it was just the indigo that had a problem.

    I woud also be interested in a quote for a AC I'm always up in the IE
     
  9. Apr 29, 2014 at 9:11 AM
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    Doc.SS

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    Put a vinyl wrap up there in the time being. Probably wouldn't notice it.
     
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  10. Apr 29, 2014 at 9:37 AM
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    ^^^you can try this...

    also i think i got a quote for cody for his roof at the shop my uncle works at here in ontario if you want one i can get it tomorrow
     
  11. Apr 29, 2014 at 9:41 AM
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    I think I'm too late for the wrap , paint is chipping and rusting already.
    I would like a quote if you have time. Thanks for your help!
     
  12. Apr 29, 2014 at 9:45 AM
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    Well, it's an option. You could sand out the rust spots and apply primer then cover it with a wrap.
    A quote would be good too. And if you can't do it right now, ask what preventive measures you can do to stop the spread.
     
  13. Apr 29, 2014 at 10:51 AM
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    yea man ill ask tomorrow.
     
  14. Apr 29, 2014 at 11:22 AM
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    My biggest problem right now is keep saving for fiberglass or fork out the money to get my roof done. I wish it was cheaper and I could just get both done :goingcrazy:
     
  15. Apr 29, 2014 at 6:44 PM
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    Get the roof done first, or at least wrap it until you have enough cash to get the roof and glass done together.
     
  16. Apr 29, 2014 at 7:21 PM
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    Hey if you can do me a favor and get a seperate quote for JUST my fiberglass front fenders. I'm not lookin for anything fancy at all.
    I just spray canned em years ago n now it's startin to chip so I just wanna get something on em to match my lunar mist.
    Thanks!
     
  17. Apr 29, 2014 at 7:22 PM
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    Can you get a quote for me too? See post #16
     
  18. Apr 29, 2014 at 7:24 PM
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    front fiberglass they quoted the last guy $350 to match

    that includes: sanding, prepping as best as can and paint with clear coat.
    a couple days
     
  19. Apr 29, 2014 at 7:42 PM
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    Alright, cool. At least I have an idea now. Thanks for that info. :thumbsup:
     
  20. Apr 29, 2014 at 9:19 PM
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    Sub for future painting needs! What's a ballpark price for long bed rear glass painted with a clear coat? Won't be doing it for a month or 2 but figured I'd ask
     

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