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Old 05-30-2008, 02:49 PM   #1
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Source for Touch-Up Paint?

Got my first tiny paint chip last week. Nothing major but I think I can "fill" it slightly with some touch-up paint.

Question: is the best source the dealer or is there some on-line place I can get the paint from once I provide the color code? It's a 2006 Seal Grey color.
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Old 05-30-2008, 02:54 PM   #2
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You can certainly buy touch-up paint from the dealer. It usually comes in a pen type applicator. If you know any local bodyshops, they could probably mix some for you for a small fee. Paint is expensive by the way.. The down side to the paint pen from the dealer, if that is how it is sold, is that it gets applied in a sloppy manner. The paint rushes to the tip and then you dab. I recommend dabbing the pen on a paper plate or something to pool the paint. Then get a match book and rip one out. Use the rough end of the match to lightly apply the paint. This works very well. Dont go too heavy. If you dont like the first shot, carry a paper towel and just wipe it away. No harm, no foul.

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Old 05-30-2008, 03:43 PM   #3
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Eagleday.com has factory touch up paint in a container with a brush about $20. There also is a product that removes the blob of paint that works really well, I can't remember the name of it, I achieved really good results....
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Old 05-30-2008, 04:02 PM   #4
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The paint blob kit is made by Langka.com
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Old 05-30-2008, 08:49 PM   #5
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Anybody have good results with "Dr. Colorchip"? My friend wasn't too impressed itand went back to the tried (and true) paint wart, followed by 2000 grit wet sanding and polishing out. Always works for me, but time consuming. I'd be interested to hear thoughts, as our local concours expert said you can't beat the results of this old fashioned method.
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Old 05-30-2008, 09:15 PM   #6
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Call www.****************************************************.com and order a touch up kit. Perfect paint match,it's all OEM. It comes with a brush for the paint and clear coat. I paid $19 for my Orient Red touch up kit.
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