Top subscription boxes – right to your door, Matrix System MS-52-G Universal Clearcoat (Clear Only), See all details for Matrix System MS-52-G Universal Clearcoat (Clear Only), © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. ok. painter wants to go matrix, i've been told go ppg.most of you guys know better than i. ppg is about twice the cost but is it twice as good?

I chose to stay with a "known" clear and will pay the price for IT because if you go "cheap" on the clear,you can have delam or bleeding issues later or sooner if it's a really cheap line such as Matrix or the 5* crap. A forum community dedicated to Chevrolet Chevelle owners and enthusiasts.

I have a supplier just a couple miles from me that is very helpful so I try to use products they supply. Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features.

Lays out nice, really buffs out nice and easy. Ive been using ppg 2020 2021 and hok clearcoats and it has gotten ridiculously high priced. I will say that I do like their epoxy primer (MP170) and their high build primer (MP282). I saw a very nice vette. I’ve been painting cars for 30 years and this clear lays down so nice. I use it under Dupont Chromabase and Nason clear. Sherwin Williams has been creating tough paints for petrolheads for years now. https://www.southernpolyurethanes.com/perfect-paint-job. Don't skimp on your basecoat, in most cases it doesn't pay in the long run.

20 years ago most PPG paints sold were either Ditzler Duracryl lacquer or their acrylic enamel. I bought them from a mobile distributor who sold the products out of his van. With this kit you get a two in one which should make your coating session(s) a breeze.

i like to see the thickness after each coat. My personal and professional advice is to stay away from Omni basecoats. Ouboone.if you use 260 with 167 hardner ,you better be doing a fender,if not,you wont have time to get around half of a car with that set up. I use omni primers (excellent all around primers in epoxy and 2-K high build. Notice how cars in a car dealership always sparkle when you walk in? Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2018. appied three coats,found little orange peel and some defects in finish next day. Each application goes on smoothly to ensure a streak-free finish. Our top choice is definitely the SpeedoKote Automotive Clear Coat, which is a fast drying and easy buffing coat suitable for all types of cars. I know this topic has been discussed, but I would really appreciate any recommendations on clear coat brand. So dont do it like I normally would and just lay it to it. Are their prices complete bullshit, absolutely. Building a 67 nova pro touring custom built car and a 64 ford falcon show car and 67 mustang pro touring car.

But after reading your post, I know something about the product. the only difference I can see between this and ppg is this goes on a little thinner not quite as hard. Its tough to push out a larger name in a big shop, but the price difference is converting some places.

For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Another great feature that you will find that comes included with this clear coat is that it does not have a recoat limitation. When you are done, simply store the can for later use or properly dispose of it. A good reliable and durable clear coat that is capable of protecting your vehicle in the harshest conditions. PPG charges so much - simply - because they can and some people are willing to pay their inflated prices.

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Yes you can get Matrix via the internet. If you're still buying it that then becomes your problem. Sherwin Williams is one of those brand names that should give you peace of mind, as they are well known for creating durable and reliable paints over the years. All you have to do is shake the can, point, and press the trigger. I used their clears and primers when they first came out and no one ever heard of them. SpeedoKote SMR-130/75-K-M Automotive Clear Coat, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automotive_paint, http://www.wikihow.com/Do-a-Good-Base-Coat-Clear-Coat-Paint-Job, http://www.automotiveforums.com/t585647-clearcoat.html, http://forums.aaca.org/topic/193017-best-automotive-paint-for-antique-car/, https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/forum/grm/clearcoat-removal/7101/page1/, Buff within 4 to 6 hours of last application, Activator medium – 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, Can be used on any vehicle or vehicle paint, Protects against the elements of the weather, 1 can is capable of covering 75 square feet, Comes ready to use with the clear coat and hardener, Apply over surfaces that have not been prepped to perfection, Will not yellow, peel or crack, even when exposed to the elements, Can be applied with a roller, sprayer or brush. If you do not have a garage to park your vehicle, the sun, rain and snow can lay havoc to an automobile surface The KBS Coatings Clear Coat is designed to endure long exposure to the toughest environments, without cracking, peeling or yellowing. you'll want the universal clear with the slow or very slow act. Ever notice how a professional car washer gets your car to look just that little bit shinier? Very handy product to keep around the garage, and not expensive at all. Have you ever noticed that with spray can products after you use them once and go back to use them again the tip gets all clogged up? Come join the discussion about restorations, builds, performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! It’s not an accident. This means that you can apply as many clear coats as you want without worrying about overpainting. I mainly used it on used car dealers vehicles who did not pay enough to use the good stuff, so i used the Matrix which was about $80 per sprayble gallon then.Then ended up using it exclusively. However, one of the biggest issues with coating is that clear coats can be expensive and some people find them intimidating to apply at home, preferring to leave it to the professionals. Sometimes I may do a darker blue or black. I think he just relocated to Denver from Utah. Possibly the most durable automotive clear coat on this list, this is a great option if you really want to get your hands dirty. I agree with Phil, I just painted my blazer last summer with PPG omni products and I'm still very pleased with how it's holding up. Simple, because they can. Any recomendations as to what OMNI primer, basecoat, clear and hardeners i could use?

If you want your car to remain beautiful and sleek for many years to come, a clear coat is one way to give it that extra bit of love. I've formulated clears, primers, activators, hardners, paints, and etc. As for black vehicles, its alway omni MBC paint.

Our final pick of high performance clear coating products is the KBS Coatings Diamond Finish Clear Coat.

As much as I don't like the clear bra it is what I am going to use on the V8 Ranger when it hits the road. I just tried some Matrix SS urethane for the first time. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Some were thick and some thin. But now, with that procedure being so inconsistent as far as the body filler adhering to the epoxy, PPG will back off that suggestion and tell you that best procedure is filler directly to bare metal. just put an extra coat or 2 on. We highly recommend getting an automative clear coat with UV protection, and the Sherwin Williams Finish 1 gets a big tick in that department. However, the Rust-Oleum Clear Coat has an extremely fast drying time of 30 minutes. Thank God I already had the DT reducer. The end product will be a high gloss, streak-free finish that will last. Just good old emotionless FACTS. This means that you can apply as many clear coats as you want without worrying about overpainting. But i bought a galler of DT reducer today at Norwood, and they charged me $38.60. PPG is the company that started the whole deal with laying down your epoxy then applying body filler over the top of that. However, SpeedoKote has a superior UV resistance to prevent fading, even when exposed to extremely high temperatures on a daily basis.

Vehicles spend a great deal of time in the sun and the sun can do a major amount of damage to paint over time. No Recoat Limitations . Get a whole gallon kit for about $100 Then it actually makes 2 gallons. We’re all good at washing our cars, but taking care of the coat is just important, and requires you to invest in a good clear coating product. Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2017. JavaScript is disabled. great product!!!! This makes it virtually impossible to reuse the product, so you have to go out and waste money on another can. However, with the USC Spray Max High Gloss Aerosol and its unique design, when you are done simply turn it upside down, press the trigger, and hold it until only air comes out. 03-05-2014, 10:26 PM #2. Yes its urethane,but why would you want to spray omni base over another base? Vehicles spend most of their time outdoors, exposed to the elements that can damage the paint and clear coat. Black can be a "blue" black, "brown" black or "black" black and in many cases you can't tell the difference until you apply the paint. Plus, this is supposed to be with a discount. I love that 170 with 282 over it for the money.

I dont have a booth but a 18x36 room with 10' ceiling and a 36" tubeaxial booth fan on one end and filter bank on other. Another great feature that you will find that comes included with this clear coat is that it does not have a recoat limitation. so i used the rest i had for small blend jobs and what not. Just because something is cheaper than PPG, Dupont, BASF, or S&W doesn't mean its any less of a product than the major brands. If you’re after the best, our first recommendation for coats is always the same; the SpeedoKote Automotive Clear Coat. The clear coat will stick to most surfaces, so it does not matter if it perfectly prepped or not, before the first application. Whether its your rims, your panels or even your dumbbell plates, a clear coat is a great way to protect from wear. Matrix claims to be the same as PPG, but after 20 or so years in business they have not been able to achieve any OEM certifications for warranty work.

This product can be applied to painted surfaces that have only been minimally prepped.

The Sherwin Williams Finish 1 2K Urethane is no different and offers customers a very high quality clear coat for cars and vehicles. Sikkens vs. PPG My supplier is switching from PPG to Sikkens, just wondering how they compare? the only difference I can see between this and ppg is this goes on a little thinner not quite as hard.

just put an extra coat or 2 on. Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2017. They cost so much because they have alot higher overhead than the "generics." I like the idea of using PPG products, just dont want to get ripped off. It is also good if you are trying to bury metallics, graphics, decals, etc. Good for cars that might be exposed to industrial environments, or anything where chemical exposure might be possible. I have "little" faith in Matrix's clears. Thats why in my earlier post I mentioned not skimping when it comes to buying a basecoat and to buy the DBU with the reactive reducer. I use it on all my "show" paint jobs. The only downside was that it used to be incredibly expensive, and had to be applied by a professional, but now average Joes like you and me can achieve the perfect clear coat with a simple spray can. I'd compare this to ppg clear, which is like 3x as much. Couldn't agree more. Paint is NOT paint, and you truly get what you pay for.

The PPG Deltron Concept clear is pretty strong and has very good UV protection. it will look great for years and years.