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stingray72 · 04-24-2005, 05:22 PM

Started fixing up my top today. Repaired a broken edge near the windshield and filled in some rough areas. Should be able to paint it this week. What have you guys used to paint these tops? Automobile paint or does and sort of spray paint look ok?

Wish I took some before pictures because it turned out pretty well for my first try

bouncytruck · 04-24-2005, 05:42 PM

Looks like you did a good job. What did you use to fix it?

I think any automotive paint will work, but that is just a guess.

*Gee_Emm* · 04-24-2005, 06:28 PM

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Jimmy72custom · 04-24-2005, 06:40 PM

Nice!! I should do mine, cracks and paint. I look at it setting on saw horses where it has been for at least three years. I think I would have more motivation if I lived in a colder climate. No top or rag top.

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-24-2005, 06:47 PM

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blazerparts · 04-25-2005, 10:11 AM

I just painted mine with a roller and latex enamel

cleszkie · 04-25-2005, 03:03 PM

I repainted mine with a marine semi gloss enamel. Its meant for painting fiberglass boat hulls and decks, and for withstanding harsh environments. It cost a little more, but worth it in my opinion.

stingray72 · 04-25-2005, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

What did you use to fix it?

Just a fiberglass repair kit I picked up at Napa. Had the cloth inside that you cut into strips and the fiberglass and hardner. I just followed instructions and then sanded... Thought it would at least take me 2 attempts but I'm happy with how it turned out

I have a nice sprayer and compressor. My dad and I painted his truck with it. I was going to just put a coat of primer and then use automobile paint. I'm going to go by and see what the marine fiberglass stuff runs and then make a decision. Thanks guys

bouncytruck · 04-25-2005, 05:02 PM

I'd guess that standard automotive paint should would because there are so many Blazers with tops that are painted to match the body.

*72CSTC5* · 04-25-2005, 06:02 PM

I would put a thin coat of polyputty over that just to fill in some small pinholes that you probably have that you can not see to the naked eye and it will cover alot faster with the primer. Just my .02 cents

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 04-29-2005, 07:12 PM

I have just been useing over the counter fiberglass repair kits to repair my top and hatch have been thinking about some type of white spray on liner(maybe rihno liner)

04-24-2005, 05:22 PM	#1
stingray72 Red Headed Step Child Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,216	Fixing on my top .. Started fixing up my top today. Repaired a broken edge near the windshield and filled in some rough areas. Should be able to paint it this week. What have you guys used to paint these tops? Automobile paint or does and sort of spray paint look ok? Wish I took some before pictures because it turned out pretty well for my first try __________________ "Dinner, the perfect break between work and drunk" -Homer Simpson

04-24-2005, 05:42 PM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Looks like you did a good job. What did you use to fix it? I think any automotive paint will work, but that is just a guess. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-24-2005, 06:47 PM	#5
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Note To Self, Subscribe To This Thread For Future Referance __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

04-25-2005, 10:11 AM	#6
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	I just painted mine with a roller and latex enamel __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

04-25-2005, 05:02 PM	#9
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	I'd guess that standard automotive paint should would because there are so many Blazers with tops that are painted to match the body. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-24-2005, 06:28 PM	#3
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=146442

04-24-2005, 06:40 PM	#4
Jimmy72custom Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Willits Ca Posts: 261	Nice!! I should do mine, cracks and paint. I look at it setting on saw horses where it has been for at least three years. I think I would have more motivation if I lived in a colder climate. No top or rag top.

04-25-2005, 03:03 PM	#7
cleszkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 2,191	I repainted mine with a marine semi gloss enamel. Its meant for painting fiberglass boat hulls and decks, and for withstanding harsh environments. It cost a little more, but worth it in my opinion.

04-25-2005, 06:02 PM	#10
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	I would put a thin coat of polyputty over that just to fill in some small pinholes that you probably have that you can not see to the naked eye and it will cover alot faster with the primer. Just my .02 cents

04-29-2005, 07:12 PM	#11
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,592	I have just been useing over the counter fiberglass repair kits to repair my top and hatch have been thinking about some type of white spray on liner(maybe rihno liner) __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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