Today’s vehicles use more aluminum in their bodywork than ever before. And while far fewer classic cars have aluminum bodies, the question nevertheless comes up frequently: how do you paint aluminum? Whether you’re restoring an early Shelby Cobra or simply respraying a workaday vintage Land Rover, it’s a great question. […]
Ever wonder what it is that separates the mirror smooth bodies of show cars from the body filler fender bender repair you did in your driveway? Often times it all comes down to the important step between the first coat of primer and the first coat of paint, called blocking. Without proper blocking, no matter how good the painter is you are never going to get a perfect show car finish on your project.
