Paint Formulation for 920 Gold

[jfa.series1]

A member from the NE messaged me about his difficulty in locating a supplier for 920 Gold. I use a local auto paint supplier that is a PPG outlet, this color formulation is in the PPG computer. It is available in the old single stage acrylic enamel as well as the more current two-stage finishes.

Jim

[Diseazd]

My bodyman is painting my car as we speak......he said the single stage PPG wasn't a good match. He is using PPG Deltron 2 stage. If you need further info, I'll be glad to contact him for you.

http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25643&page=6

The color match is incredible!

[jfa.series1]

Most licensed shops today can't/wont touch the old single-stage paints due to regulatory issues - way too many VOCs are released. I only mentioned it because it is still available to the DIY'rs.

Your 920 Gold effort is looking outstanding! I hope to see mine back from the paint shop in about a 3 weeks.

Jim

[Diseazd]

Thanks.....I should be able to show some full outside paint soon....looking forward to seeing yours!

[JohnnyO]

PPG is the way to go for 920 Gold. I recently finished mine and the match was a close as can be expected 40 years later.

[zed2]

Prehaps the codes on these color cards would help.

Keith

Edited September 28, 2010 by zed2

[d240zx2]

PPG is the ONLY way to go Gold..... I'm quite pleased with the color, the match to the original and the gloss.

[black gold]

Hi guys my 70 is currently at the paint shop and they recommended me to use maxmayer paint rather than ppg. Actually I'm not sure which one is closer to 920 safari gold.

[motorman7]

PPG is the ONLY way to go Gold..... I'm quite pleased with the color, the match to the original and the gloss.

The color looks pretty close to me. Mine is just not as glossy even with 4 coats of Zaino show wax. I also wonder if the color has shifted a bit due to 40 years of aging. And then again, the lighting is a factor. So many variables with color.

[Diseazd]

My painter had the area under the windshield rubber to compare.....the match was amazing. You're right .....lighting makes a big difference.....from picture to picture can vary, but in person the match is exceptional.

Edited September 29, 2010 by Diseazd