HELP ! Paint scheme decision..... Mayday..Mayday..

[markeb01]

I prefer the appearance of the green top, but if your dad painted it white when nearly new, the vehicle has a family history of looking that way. That counts for something in originality if it has spent most of its life with that paint scheme. I have painted more than one roof white myself because of the heat and it makes a lot of difference. But when in doubt, and especially if they are ready to shoot white today – go with white, you can always repaint it later.

Just a note having nothing to do with your decision - at Peterbilt back in the 70’s, white was the “default” color. If the custom paint specs didn’t make it down to the paint shop in time, the truck was always painted white. Presumably this made it easier to paint it something else later.

[KIC]

Originally Posted by markeb01

I prefer the appearance of the green top, but if your dad painted it white when nearly new, the vehicle has a family history of looking that way. That counts for something in originality if it has spent most of its life with that paint scheme. I have painted more than one roof white myself because of the heat and it makes a lot of difference. But when in doubt, and especially if they are ready to shoot white today – go with white, you can always repaint it later.

Just a note having nothing to do with your decision - at Peterbilt back in the 70’s, white was the “default” color. If the custom paint specs didn’t make it down to the paint shop in time, the truck was always painted white. Presumably this made it easier to paint it something else later.

Decided to go white on top at this point with the thought process that I could shoot it green later. Decided that going green would throw another "block" in the way of progress.

Thanks for the input guys. I gotta quit 2nd guessing decisions on this beast or it will never get back together.

[Clyde65]

I think the white would be cooler in the summer too. I agree with your decision. ( I know you were waiting for me to say something)

[KIC]

Originally Posted by Clyde65

I think the white would be cooler in the summer too. I agree with your decision. ( I know you were waiting for me to say something)

Yes..and such a long wait. Your blessing was all I needed !