how many coats for paint?

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Old May 23, 2004 | 07:39 PM
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how many coats for paint?

i need to know how mant coats of paint is needed to paint my calipers. iam using VHT caliper spray paint. iam in the middle now so i need an ansewer fast. thanks.
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Old May 23, 2004 | 11:01 PM
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All I can say is follow the manufactures instructions. I’ve been in the application finishing business for 15 yrs. Be vary careful applying multiple coats before the proper drying time. You could wrinkle (or orange peel) the finish reacting with the coat below.
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Old May 25, 2004 | 12:02 AM
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thanx
the can didnt specify the amount of coats so i put 3, in 20 minute intervals. like the can said and it looks good. what about if i want to change the color, do i paint over it or take it off. and can i get it off if possible. thanx
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Old May 25, 2004 | 12:53 AM
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When I painted car parts (misc exterior parts), smoked taillights, etc, I waited 30-45 minutes between coats and waited even longer to do the clear coat. Also depends on the weather outside. If it is too cold or too hot, that can effect paint healing time.
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Old May 25, 2004 | 12:56 AM
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what i did was touch the paint from like the back where no onne can see and it was dry to the touch in 20-25 min.
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