Re-Spray / Painter recommendations

Sandy71 said:

Hi Gabs / wannabay,

Thanks, I’ll see if someone a bit closer comes up. If not, I’ll try them

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Sandy71 said:

Hi All,

I’ve owned my LHD 71 from California for six years now and it’s finally time to start the project!

The bodywork is in very good condition and I’ve changed my mind a thousand times whether to paint it a different colour or leave it Sierra yellow. The lower part of the van has had paint at some point so I’m sure it’s not original and there’s quite a few knocks and scapes in various places so I have decided to change the colour and get the bus painted before the rebuild.

Can anyone recommend someone who specialises in this field. I’m looking for a top quality finish.

I live in Manchester,

Thanks in advance

Pete

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creationblue said:

If it was me I'd be keeping the Sierra Yellow as this is a rare colour in a '71 bus, mainly see it in '72 onwards and even then they are rare with low lights!

I'd even be tempted to get the repairs done and blend in the paint were you can, but then I'm a fan of old/OG paint rather than shiny new builds..... Good luck, Midland Paintworks do turn out extremely good work btw

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Sandy71 said:

Hi All,

I’ve owned my LHD 71 from California for six years now and it’s finally time to start the project!

The bodywork is in very good condition and I’ve changed my mind a thousand times whether to paint it a different colour or leave it Sierra yellow. The lower part of the van has had paint at some point so I’m sure it’s not original and there’s quite a few knocks and scapes in various places so I have decided to change the colour and get the bus painted before the rebuild.

Can anyone recommend someone who specialises in this field. I’m looking for a top quality finish.

I live in Manchester,

Thanks in advance

Pete

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Sandy71 said:

Haha, your messing with my head!!

That was the original plan tbh, especially because it doesn’t need any welding anywhere.

Maybe I should speak to Midland Paintworks about blending in.

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Sandy71 said:

Haha, your messing with my head!!

That was the original plan tbh, especially because it doesn’t need any welding anywhere.

Maybe I should speak to Midland Paintworks about blending in.

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Sandy71 said:

Hi All,

I’ve owned my LHD 71 from California for six years now and it’s finally time to start the project!

The bodywork is in very good condition and I’ve changed my mind a thousand times whether to paint it a different colour or leave it Sierra yellow. The lower part of the van has had paint at some point so I’m sure it’s not original and there’s quite a few knocks and scapes in various places so I have decided to change the colour and get the bus painted before the rebuild.

Can anyone recommend someone who specialises in this field. I’m looking for a top quality finish.

I live in Manchester,

Thanks in advance

Pete

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Sandy71 said:

Ok, so creationblue brought me to my senses ( for now ), regarding the paint. Gunna sought the interior and get it running and see how it goes.
I must admit it didn’t seem right painting a bus that hasn’t had any welding or panels renewed.

I’ve got it booked in with Stuart at VHS trimmers for a new headliner and upholstery

Maybe I should start a slow build thread?

Thanks creationblue for ur advice

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Sandy71 said:

Ok, so creationblue brought me to my senses ( for now ), regarding the paint. Gunna sought the interior and get it running and see how it goes.
I must admit it didn’t seem right painting a bus that hasn’t had any welding or panels renewed.

I’ve got it booked in with Stuart at VHS trimmers for a new headliner and upholstery

Maybe I should start a slow build thread?

Thanks creationblue for ur advice

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