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c/auto-body-repairerswilliams90williams906d agoProlific Poster

Finally got a perfect color match on a 20-year-old Ford truck

Had this old F-150 come in last Tuesday, a 2003 model with a faded red quarter panel. The customer wanted it blended into the original paint, which was a real challenge. I mixed the base coat three separate times, checking it under the shop lights and then outside in the sun. On the third try, the match was spot on. The moment I sprayed the final clear coat and saw it dry without any color shift, I just stood back and smiled. It's those little wins that make a long day feel worth it. Anyone else get a real kick out of nailing a tough blend on an older vehicle?
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oliviahenderson
Ha, that's the best feeling! I'd probably just stare at it for ten minutes, too proud to move on to the next job. What's the next project, a '90s beige Camry?
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gibson.mark
Imagine the satisfaction of finally fixing that weird rattle after months. Honestly, a beige Camry would be a nice break from the complicated stuff.
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