Enamel or Lacquer?

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Old 02-05-2005, 06:15 AM
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Enamel or Lacquer?

I was going to order paint in a spray can that matches my '99 (Emerald Green Metallic) from Tower Paint and Decorating in order to paint some engine compartment items.

They sell spray Enamel ($14.95) and Lacquer ($19.95). Which is best?
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Lacquer is much better than enamel.
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e mail them and ask which one is their base coat clear coat system. that is the method you will want to use. it produces better finishes
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Enamel paint is 99% of the time applied as a single stage paint.
Lacquer is usually done as a base-clear. Enamel degrades (fades, peels) much faster than urethane lacquer. lacquer all the way man.
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