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Old 09-07-2007, 04:14 PM   #1
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Hey guys, i am painting my hubs and i just wanted to know how many coats to do to make it durable and last. I have already put two coats on. Is this enough??

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Old 09-07-2007, 04:25 PM   #2
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I'd go about 4, I did two coats once and it lasted for about 8 months
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Old 09-07-2007, 04:26 PM   #3
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Hey guys, i am painting my hubs and i just wanted to know how many coats to do to make it durable and last. I have already put two coats on. Is this enough??
if your using a areosol can I would give it 2 more then a coat of clear
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Old 09-07-2007, 05:50 PM   #4
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I did 4 I think of colour then 2 or 3 of clear. That was about 6months ago and they still look brand new.
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Old 09-07-2007, 06:21 PM   #5
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yeah did 4 and they still look clean.
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Old 09-07-2007, 08:37 PM   #6
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Thanks for all the help
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