[MUSLCAH]

A word to the wise….take that paint formula and make some copies…put one in your safe and tape a copy in the glove box ..for the “ Next Guy “ ….it seems like ive been the next guy at least 3 times in 12 months. Having to deal with mystery colors ….SUCKS ! But someone has to do it…

[ZeGermanHam]

Originally Posted by MUSLCAH

A word to the wise….take that paint formula and make some copies…put one in your safe and tape a copy in the glove box ..for the “ Next Guy “ ….it seems like ive been the next guy at least 3 times in 12 months. Having to deal with mystery colors ….SUCKS ! But someone has to do it…

Yes, very good advice. That's the plan.

I saw on the painter's Instagram that the main body was painted last night, so progress is continuing. I can't believe how red it is, as I am used to seeing the old faded and dull single-stage paint it had before. It will be visible from outer space now - looks very good.

[ZeGermanHam]

Welp, the GTO is tentatively scheduled to be done and ready for pickup this Thursday. Things are about to get exciting, and busy.

[gtospieg]

Sweet

[MUSLCAH]

Is it a one man shop ?

[1_Wild_Cat]

That’s great - I can’t wait to see the pictures. There is nothing like fresh paint. I remember picking up my Wildcat after it was shot - it was almost dark but you could still see the shine. That was 20 (!) years ago and I can still see it in my mind (and the set of little cat prints down the length of the car haha).

Congrats. It is a big step forward.

[ZeGermanHam]

Originally Posted by MUSLCAH

Is it a one man shop ?

The painter? If yes, he's mostly a one guy operation but his cousin assists.

As for the rest of the work needed to complete the car, that's just me. I'll be putting in about 17 hours per week until its done.

Originally Posted by 1_Wild_Cat

That’s great - I can’t wait to see the pictures. There is nothing like fresh paint. I remember picking up my Wildcat after it was shot - it was almost dark but you could still see the shine. That was 20 (!) years ago and I can still see it in my mind (and the set of little cat prints down the length of the car haha).

Congrats. It is a big step forward.

Thank you! I'm excited, and if I'm honest, a little nervous to see how it all turned out. The paint won't be buffed out yet, so it won't be perfect right away, but that was always the plan. I'm just so relieved that it's finally being let out of paint jail. It was supposed to take 3-5 months, but ended up taking 9.5 months. I heard from others along the way that when having a car painted, you should take the painter's time estimate and double it. Turns out to be true!

[HoovDaddy]

Originally Posted by ZeGermanHam

take the painter's time estimate and double it. Turns out to be true!

Funny, it's true though. I always double the parts estimate as well. My wife taught me that one.

I looked at your project, nice work.

[66sprint6]

Looking forward to seeing some pics of the painted body!

[ZeGermanHam]

Yeah, I think that my professional background is part of what made me a little uneasy at times. I coordinate large scale, multi-year projects for a living, so my day to day life involves regular communications with various people to keep them updated and comfortable with how things are moving forward. Ultimately, what allowed me to sleep at night was having seen multiple cars that my painter has done, and also knowing some of his clients, some of which are heavy hitters that operate on a global scale within the collector car sphere. So his reputation did offer some peace of mind.

[Cardo]

Come on Ham - more pictures! - Without pictures it didn't happen!!

[RedDirtRoad]

Originally Posted by Cardo

Come on Ham - more pictures! - Without pictures it didn't happen!!

Haha.. dont steal his thunder..I have a feeling Karl will give us a grand unveiling soon

[ZeGermanHam]

Lol, sorry to keep us all waiting! The painter got the doors, trunk lid, and front end of the car put back on yesterday, so the car will technically be ready for pickup today. Unfortunately due to my work schedule and the availability of my friend who has a truck and enclosed trailer, I won't be able to pick the car up until Friday. This thread is about to get a lot more active.

[ZeGermanHam]

Here is a little sneak peek that I received from the painter a few moments ago. This is straight out of the gun and it's dusty, etc., but as I mentioned previously the car will be going back to the painter in a few months for a week's worth of wet sanding and buffing to reach its final state.

https://youtu.be/nEAJwuFL5vQ

[ftwmlp]

Damn, here I thought you said it would red, that looks like RED!

[ZeGermanHam]

Lol, yes, it's certainly RED! and not red.

[randy1966GTO]

Beautiful, congrats!

[RedDirtRoad]

Looking good Karl!
Try not to sweat too much as you begin to reassm. Trust me it will feel like you are diffusing a nuclear warhead. You dont want to scratch a thing!

[ZeGermanHam]

Originally Posted by randy1966GTO

Beautiful, congrats!

Thanks Randy!

Originally Posted by RedDirtRoad

Looking good Karl!
Try not to sweat too much as you begin to reassm. Trust me it will feel like you are diffusing a nuclear warhead. You dont want to scratch a thing!

Thanks Dominic! Fun times ahead. It dawned on me that I should probably change what I typically wear while I'm working it, which is a zip-up hoodie with a metal zipper. Looks like I'm going to have to switch to pullover hoodies instead. Or maybe I should just sew together a bodysuit made of microfiber towels.

[Cardo]

Looking good! Fortunately we're going into warmer weather so it can set in the sun and bake a little.