Compatibility of SPI single stage with Summit single stage

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Jim Stabe

I am going to be painting my MGB project car with SPI red single stage. The car is totally apart and every square inch of metal will get painted. I think it will be close whether I can get it all done with one gallon and that would leave no margin for having to fix mistakes so I was curious if I could do the first coat or two with the less expensive Summit paint (probably Viper Red) that I can buy in quarts and then do the final coat(s) with the SPI red. Are the paints compatible when used like this?
 
I didn't know there was an SPI red single stage. But to answer your question, no, it's not the best idea for a wet-on-wet process. If you wanted to paint a panel with off-brand red SS, then wait 48 hrs, wet sand, and paint again with something else, that would be more OK.

I would think that 5 quarts would get you coverage on that small of a vehicle. You could always buy some Production clear and mix it into you last couple coats to stretch the material at low cost, but that would depend on the hiding power of the red.
 
If you were painting a firetruck, it might make sense to save some paint, but in the end, what you're looking at is the savings in difference of price on one gallon. IMHO, I can't imagine risking all the work that goes into a paint job to save $100 or thereabouts.
 
It sounds like you are going through a lot of work on this car. IMO, your time has to be worth a LOT more than what you would risk taking a chance like this. If you are really concerned about covering the entire car with 1 gallon of SPI red, you could spray inconspicuous areas like inner fenders, under the hood, etc. using the method Crash suggested. Howeverer, I would at least get a quart of Prospray from Chad if you are dead set on not buying 2 gallons of SPI. This would be light years better than using Summit paint for a decent price compared to the majors.
 
crashtech;26948 said:
I didn't know there was an SPI red single stage. QUOTE]

They are making a batch of red next week and they thinkit will be close to $300/gal

strum456;26951 said:
It sounds like you are going through a lot of work on this car. IMO, your time has to be worth a LOT more than what you would risk taking a chance like this. If you are really concerned about covering the entire car with 1 gallon of SPI red, you could spray inconspicuous areas like inner fenders, under the hood, etc. using the method Crash suggested. Howeverer, I would at least get a quart of Prospray from Chad if you are dead set on not buying 2 gallons of SPI. This would be light years better than using Summit paint for a decent price compared to the majors.
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New here on the forum. Where do I find Prospray and how do I contact Chad?
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Welcome to the forum. Send a private message to Chad.S. He can ship you Prospray. You could also check the Prospray website to see if there is a jobber in your area. There are quite a few members on here that have used and like the Prospray. I think most would tell you that it is a great value.
 
apply the spi over a cheap foundation is a waste of time. if your going to use some cheap line for a foundation just use it throughout .
 
I have talked this over and I agree. Go with the SPI Red.
It's been a while since i've sprayed the spi single stage but I may have to at some point.. Sure miss that stuff.
 
I ended up getting two gallons of the SPI SS red. It was only $209 / gal so the price difference wasn't as much as I thought. If everything goes right I would probably only use one gallon so now that I have the extra gallon, I probably won't have any problems. If I only had one gallon I would have to reshoot several panels and then the paint wouldn't be available.

Thanks for all your advise everyone.
 
Jim

I have read quite a few of your posts on the MG Experience site and since I am getting ready to buy paint for my 1970 roadster V6 conversion. I was interested in how you liked the SPI red single stage. Is this close in color to the bright MG red. I have been aware on SPI paints from reading some Corvette forums and I have been interested in trying them out. I will be making a purchase this week. I now see they have the single stage red and if I like the color I will be using their paint. I just read your post on the most expensive V8 conversion. I hate to think about how much I have spent. I am using the 3500 Chevy Malibu V6 in mine. Good luck with your paint job. I would like to see you post some pictures.

Grant
 
Grant70B;27428 said:
Jim

I have read quite a few of your posts on the MG Experience site and since I am getting ready to buy paint for my 1970 roadster V6 conversion. I was interested in how you liked the SPI red single stage. Is this close in color to the bright MG red. I have been aware on SPI paints from reading some Corvette forums and I have been interested in trying them out. I will be making a purchase this week. I now see they have the single stage red and if I like the color I will be using their paint. I just read your post on the most expensive V8 conversion. I hate to think about how much I have spent. I am using the 3500 Chevy Malibu V6 in mine. Good luck with your paint job. I would like to see you post some pictures.

Grant
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I haven't even opened the cans yet, I just bought it because they only make a batch once in a while and I wanted to have the paint when I get to the painting stage. Go look at the sticky at the top of the Top Coats section and look at the pictures of cars that have been painted with it. There is a Mustang that really shows the color off well. I plan to paint the engine compartment, trunk, underside, etc with single stage so I don't have to clear coat it or cut and buff it. The outside of the car will be done with single stage as well but will get clear coat and a good buff.
 
Jim Stabe;27104 said:
I ended up getting two gallons of the SPI SS red. It was only $209 / gal so the price difference wasn't as much as I thought. If everything goes right I would probably only use one gallon so now that I have the extra gallon, I probably won't have any problems. If I only had one gallon I would have to reshoot several panels and then the paint wouldn't be available.

Thanks for all your advise everyone.
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Jim

Thanks for the reply. I have Andy sending me a color chip with my epoxy primer order. They also have some of the Red in stock and I will probably be ordering some next week. Good luck with your build.

Grant
 
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