where to get paint

frank27

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anyone know where to get paint and primer for the old outboards besides nymarine
 

1946Zephyr

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Re: where to get paint

Why go anywhere else? Ever see their restored motors?
 

lindy46

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Re: where to get paint

AutoValue auto parts stores can take a pic of the old paint and match it very close. If you don't have a good area for their camera to shoot, they have paint chip charts, and you can usually find something very close. They can then mix the paint and put it in aerosol cans.
 

tosoutherncars

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Re: where to get paint

Your local OMC / Bombardier dealer will have paint, for recent models anyway...
 

kfa4303

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Re: where to get paint

Lots of folks here have had really good luck with common brands like Rustoleum, Duplicolor and Krylon. Of course, the key to any good paint job is the prep. Be sure you sand off any flaking paint, then wipe down with a 50/50 mix of White Vinegar or Acetone. After it dries give all aluminum parts (especially any areas with bare metal) a light coat of aluminum Self-Etching primer. Let dry, then apply a second light coat of primer and again let dry. You can now paint it any color you like. The brads above make colors that are pretty darn close to the OMC factory colors. Several light layers of paint are better than a few thick layers. Most folks DO NOT use clear coat on any parts that routinely get wet as it tends to flake off over time, but a bit of clear on the cowl is probably a good idea. Good luck. Keep us posted. We love pics ;)
 

emdsapmgr

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Re: where to get paint

Your local Bombardier dealer has spray paint info back to the early/mid 60's. That includes the generic paint color number-if you want to have it mixed at your local paint shop.
 
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