October marked my 40th year painting. I started at a Corvette restoration shop in St. Louis in 1983. I was 13. The owner started me out painting frames and suspension and engines, and I moved quickly to full paint. It was around the time Dupont ChromaBase and ChromaClear came out and many of the bases were modified lacquers. Dupont reps told us for certain colors lightly sanding with 1000 grit dry before clearing was recommended for good adhesion. Good times. I do mostly full restorations, but occasionally paint a car worth taking completely apart and pulling all the glass to prep for paint, like a Grand National. With as much painting as I've done, I enjoy playing videos like this in the shop throughout the day just for something to listen to in the background. It's encouraging to see someone explain some skill or discipline as well as this, knowing someone who may want to start has a solid base to use as a reference and will get off to a good start. There are PLENTY of paint hacks giving garbage advice. It's good to see someone give a relatively basic tutorial, yet advanced enough anyone watching will learn something regardless their experience level.
I’d call this the definitive repaint video. It’s comprehensive but no less detailed than necessary to achieve a good result. Well done to all involved. I’ve owned my fair share of cars but 20 years on, it’s my black EG hatch I’d want back.
That’s was awesome! I painted my 69 Chevy k20 last night metallic blue. Turned out pretty damn good thanks to your videos gave me the confidence and tips required! Thanks Brian!
As good as you are you make people who never thought about painting want to paint because you a good teacher and just that good thanks I appreciate you very much.
I'm painting my truck 86 d100 thank you for explaining it so easily I thought it would be harder than this like you said don't think into it too much And that's what I'm gonna do thank you Brian👍
Things have certainly changed a lot since the days when I sprayed so much Acrylic Enamel on cars and pickups. I have been watching your videos and preparing for an upcoming paint job on a full size Bronco restoration and color change paint. I will be using an inflatable paint booth outside. I appreciate all the videos you have showing the thorough process to get a good job. Thank you so much for these videos. My confidence level has risen and my wife's dream car (suv) will be looking very good.
I Do gotta say, thank you. I Only recently earned experience in the body collision and painting field, with a background in automotive mechanics and a spread of diversity in welding and fabrication across all techniques outside of the newer process of laser welding. Overall, ill say this video allows anyone with a sense of common understanding, the idea to expand beyond this, to seek more from their creativity rather than just spraying cause the boss told you, or the manufacturer gave you the steps. What you provide is a means for people to dive into more of what it means to be unique... Creativity. ThanK You.
One of your best videos ever, Brian! Well done. My Mazda has that colour and the collision shop did a crappy job of matching the rear bumber they replaced. But they don't care. Insurance doesn't cover a perfect match or blend. It's a tough one.
Such an amazing video. Thank you so much for taking the time to produce and share it. I love Mazda’s Soul Red Metallic, I believe that’s what Mazda calls this color, to the point I’m seriously considering doing a complete color change on my Acadia with their color.
I painted a friends truck this exact color earlier this year, he wanted a full color change so i did pretty much exactly what this video says and it came out much better than I and my friend expected! He wanted it painted red and let me choose the color, after all was said and done he's extremely happy, really love this color. All I just need to do now is color sand it and buff it out, or possibly flow coat it if my friend wants to spend the extra money on clear. Love your videos btw, very informative and your motto hits the nail on the head "Don't over think it, it's just paint." Keep up the great video's Brian.
I don 't paint cars, I paint guitars - but this was a great video. I want to use this color and there was a lot of useful info here. Thanks for putting it out there.
Brian - I just watched one of your first videos from years ago when you were making the garage spray booth. A few grey hairs and a lot of experience later... Killin' it!
Awesome job sir. Love the voice over, now that I have taken on the role of training painter I uses a lot of the videos as tips on how to train painters and reminding them it’s just paint, don’t over think it!
Wow! This was a great video! Fantastic job with exceptional results. Now I understand why paint jobs cost as much as they do. You explained everything you did with great detail, and even gave us some good-to-know side knowledge here and there. The amount of information I just learned from watching this video feels equivalent to what I would have learned taking classes at a college/university. This video was definitely an inspiration in more ways than one. Awesome work!
You guys really have a passion for excellence by taking your time and explaining things down to finite points /those little extra things that takes a paint job from good to awesome!! I learned alot and enjoyed tuning in today for the first time.......patience and being meticulous wins out in this profession and you definitely have all that and more!! Nice job!! Tim D
That color is amazing. I'm really enjoying your vids. I started watching because I want to try to paint my s10 after doing some body repairs. It will be a frame off and total dismantle because it went through the 2019 flooding. It was ten feet under water! It's a mess! I'm kind of thinking a satin white. I should probably add that i have never done body or paint work before! I have painted cars with rattle cans a few times way back in the day. I have faith i can do this. And I'm an extremely skeptical person! Thank you for putting vids out like you do. It makes it possible for people like me to do my own work with less trial and error.
Amazing, well explained video as always!! These video's helped me repaint 2 cars and a motorcycle already. There's a learning curve, mostly feel, but once you get it it's pretty satisfying let me tell you.
Wow. Beautiful, complex color, and the explanations that went along with each step of the process were phenomenal. Brian, watching you and Mario working together was like watching a ballet. This may be my favorite episode yet. Can’t wait to attack my classic car with everything you’ve taught. Thanks a million! Keep it up.
Loved the video, I have a suggestion on your process. Try it and see what you think. So it’s the prep microfiber roll. I love using the same roll. Leave the package on, and pull out the center roll of cardboard. It’s not very hard to do. Then pull and tear from the center. It keep them cleaner and dust free. And if the roll falls off the car if won’t unroll, and the packaging does it’s job keeping it clean until the last couple. I know it’s a small thing, but I hated watching a few new rolls hit the booth floor by accident. They are much cheaper alternative to the paper shop towels in the box, but the box is convenient. So pulling the cardboard makes it just like the box. Paint on👍
Excellent video. I am in the middle of my 6th or 7th paint job (Tamco sublime green pearl) and i still learned a lot. I wish you made this video about 2 months ago, however. LOL.
Nice and perfect sir...preparation is absolutely the best and the result is amazing...good job well done' from Philippines..god bless both of you and the paint society..
People just so you know you'll never get a car looking like this guy who was a master and has tens of thousands of dollars worth of equipment. But the tip about loading primer shrink is very important.
Mazda actually patented that color in the beginning. Soul red crystal. Mazda said they wanted the color to come to life and reflect the soul of the Master, or the artist/designer/painter. They developed a new and unique method/program/style/algorithim that allowed the robotic machines to move more gracefully and fluid when painting the cars this color. The story is very fascinating.
For sure. I did my 1st fender paint job about a year ago after watching Brian & a dozen other videos. 10x harder than Brian makes it look, and my results were crap, compared to Brian.
Hey Brian, thank you so much for the great informative video! Wondering how long after the cut in did you wait to start taping up the car to paint the exterior as a whole.
I'm a big fan. Haven't yet had a chance to paint. But I feel more confident with your videos. Do you have a video explaining how to read the tds and how to mix. Perhaps I missed it
I did the exact same car the exact same way except mine was a sapphire blue perl & it came out beautiful like glass. 3 coats of color & 5 coats of clear it was so deep & rich thay it looked super wet like kandy. I miss my civic hatchback.
Hey guys, amazing work on the cars looks stunning! Im actually gonna paint the same car (EG hatch) this october, i have new front fenders and gonna weld new rear quarter panels, I bought all the equipment watching your previous videos on how to paint a car guide and was writing notes as i watch! Your videos are extremely informative and helpful and i cant thank you enough for sharing them and giving it all for free! I just need some tips on how to attack the car, im going to paint it a red metallic color idk which specifictly but will find soon enough. Since i have brand new fenders and a second hand back door im gonna do all the bodywork while they are not mounted on the car like you did in the video, i dont know if i should do bumpers the same way? also i want to keep the trim on the front bumper black any tips on how to mask without making a hardline would be helpful! And since im gonna weld quarter panels i assume the weld are going to poke out of the body line any ideas on how to attack it so i can make it sleek? I assume im gonna block it but idk with what grid and how big of a block i need? Thanks again for the awesome video will greatly appreciate if you see this and help this goes for everybody with some experience with painting because im still a virgin in this and every tip helps!
Hey there Brian! I've watched a ton of your videos and have learned from every one of them! I'm planning to repaint (and color change) my Ford Ranger this summer, but since it is my daily driver, I will be painting it over a weekend. I plan to remove things such as bumpers, grille, trim, lights, etc., but there is no way I can remove the doors and such in the time I will have. Would you mind telling me the best way to prep and paint the door jambs since this is BC/CC? I would greatly appreciate ANY tips you could give to make this project turn out the best it can under the circumstances. Your videos and advice enabled me to paint my son's new rear bumper cover with a flawless finish... my first 2K paint work. Many thanks in advance!
October marked my 40th year painting. I started at a Corvette restoration shop in St. Louis in 1983. I was 13. The owner started me out painting frames and suspension and engines, and I moved quickly to full paint. It was around the time Dupont ChromaBase and ChromaClear came out and many of the bases were modified lacquers. Dupont reps told us for certain colors lightly sanding with 1000 grit dry before clearing was recommended for good adhesion. Good times. I do mostly full restorations, but occasionally paint a car worth taking completely apart and pulling all the glass to prep for paint, like a Grand National. With as much painting as I've done, I enjoy playing videos like this in the shop throughout the day just for something to listen to in the background. It's encouraging to see someone explain some skill or discipline as well as this, knowing someone who may want to start has a solid base to use as a reference and will get off to a good start. There are PLENTY of paint hacks giving garbage advice. It's good to see someone give a relatively basic tutorial, yet advanced enough anyone watching will learn something regardless their experience level.
i am a hobby painter, but I learned so much from this video. This also shows why a good paint job cost so much.
It's the best candy paint masterclass i ever seen.
I’d call this the definitive repaint video. It’s comprehensive but no less detailed than necessary to achieve a good result. Well done to all involved.
I’ve owned my fair share of cars but 20 years on, it’s my black EG hatch I’d want back.
That’s was awesome! I painted my 69 Chevy k20 last night metallic blue. Turned out pretty damn good thanks to your videos gave me the confidence and tips required! Thanks Brian!
Rhino lined engine bay and interior. Never seen an engine bay done before. Nice!
Thats an amazing paint job, you guys are so clever. I didn't realise how much skill, patience and talent was needed to do this.
This is what you call beautiful teamwork. You guys are awesome.
Mirror mirror on the wall,this mutha fuda knows it all! Love your channel homie
As good as you are you make people who never thought about painting want to paint because you a good teacher and just that good thanks I appreciate you very much.
Hola amigo ..!!! Estuve esperando este video 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉……! Saludos desde chile 🇨🇱
Wow what a long process. The car turned out beautiful. Nice job guys. Always enjoy your videos Brian. Keep up the great work.
I'm painting my truck 86 d100 thank you for explaining it so easily I thought it would be harder than this like you said don't think into it too much And that's what I'm gonna do thank you Brian👍
The 10 minutes between coats makes your day so much better
Things have certainly changed a lot since the days when I sprayed so much Acrylic Enamel on cars and pickups. I have been watching your videos and preparing for an upcoming paint job on a full size Bronco restoration and color change paint. I will be using an inflatable paint booth outside. I appreciate all the videos you have showing the thorough process to get a good job. Thank you so much for these videos. My confidence level has risen and my wife's dream car (suv) will be looking very good.
You have really changed my entire perspective or painting. The stuff you have taught me is something I will pass on to others.
I Do gotta say, thank you. I Only recently earned experience in the body collision and painting field, with a background in automotive mechanics and a spread of diversity in welding and fabrication across all techniques outside of the newer process of laser welding. Overall, ill say this video allows anyone with a sense of common understanding, the idea to expand beyond this, to seek more from their creativity rather than just spraying cause the boss told you, or the manufacturer gave you the steps. What you provide is a means for people to dive into more of what it means to be unique... Creativity. ThanK You.
One of your best videos ever, Brian! Well done.
My Mazda has that colour and the collision shop did a crappy job of matching the rear bumber they replaced. But they don't care. Insurance doesn't cover a perfect match or blend. It's a tough one.
Thank you!
Such an amazing video. Thank you so much for taking the time to produce and share it. I love Mazda’s Soul Red Metallic, I believe that’s what Mazda calls this color, to the point I’m seriously considering doing a complete color change on my Acadia with their color.
All work done through insurance in West Australia has a lifetime warranty,if your not happy with it,it goes back until you are.Cheers mate.
I painted a friends truck this exact color earlier this year, he wanted a full color change so i did pretty much exactly what this video says and it came out much better than I and my friend expected! He wanted it painted red and let me choose the color, after all was said and done he's extremely happy, really love this color.
All I just need to do now is color sand it and buff it out, or possibly flow coat it if my friend wants to spend the extra money on clear. Love your videos btw, very informative and your motto hits the nail on the head "Don't over think it, it's just paint." Keep up the great video's Brian.
MAN!!!!!!!! That turned out absolutely Beautiful!! Hard work and Patience definitely pays off in the end!!! Glad you didn’t over think it 🤣🤣🤣
Thank you! Cheers!
I don 't paint cars, I paint guitars - but this was a great video. I want to use this color and there was a lot of useful info here. Thanks for putting it out there.
I was literally going to asking when is this video coming…. Bingo Perfect timing!
De la A a la Z .... From A to Z ! Amazing! Flawless work, even removing the seals and caring of little hid details :O
This is my favorite modern color, I always stare at the red mazdas. Make me want to buy one. It has so much shimmery depth.
Awesome video man! I learn so much every time
This was a great collab! Thanks again for your awesome work!
Brian - I just watched one of your first videos from years ago when you were making the garage spray booth. A few grey hairs and a lot of experience later... Killin' it!
A few? Lol haha times have come along
I cant wait to see this in person, i had this color painted on my 88 CRX Si and it really is a color that pops in the sun. Great choice!
😮 remarkable job. The car looks beautiful. Well done guys. 😮
Awesome job sir. Love the voice over, now that I have taken on the role of training painter I uses a lot of the videos as tips on how to train painters and reminding them it’s just paint, don’t over think it!
Congratulations, it's extraordinary the result!
Good luck on future projects!
Regards,
David
That's finger nail polish color. I love it. Good job.
I have a 1970 Chevy truck that needs paint job.
Wow! This was a great video! Fantastic job with exceptional results. Now I understand why paint jobs cost as much as they do. You explained everything you did with great detail, and even gave us some good-to-know side knowledge here and there. The amount of information I just learned from watching this video feels equivalent to what I would have learned taking classes at a college/university. This video was definitely an inspiration in more ways than one. Awesome work!
This Civic has a tailgate haha, i love it. Great job guys, eye candy... 😃👍
You guys really have a passion for excellence by taking your time and explaining things down to finite points /those little extra things that takes a paint job from good to awesome!! I learned alot and enjoyed tuning in today for the first time.......patience and being meticulous wins out in this profession and you definitely have all that and more!!
Nice job!! Tim D
Love that color. My wife has it on her CX-5 and we get a lot of compliments on it.
That color is amazing. I'm really enjoying your vids. I started watching because I want to try to paint my s10 after doing some body repairs. It will be a frame off and total dismantle because it went through the 2019 flooding. It was ten feet under water! It's a mess! I'm kind of thinking a satin white. I should probably add that i have never done body or paint work before! I have painted cars with rattle cans a few times way back in the day. I have faith i can do this. And I'm an extremely skeptical person! Thank you for putting vids out like you do. It makes it possible for people like me to do my own work with less trial and error.
Amazing, well explained video as always!!
These video's helped me repaint 2 cars and a motorcycle already.
There's a learning curve, mostly feel, but once you get it it's pretty satisfying let me tell you.
Getting ready to paint my 91 foxbody from its stock color Red to a Red with some light flake this video nailed it . Thanks 🤙
Wow. Beautiful, complex color, and the explanations that went along with each step of the process were phenomenal. Brian, watching you and Mario working together was like watching a ballet. This may be my favorite episode yet. Can’t wait to attack my classic car with everything you’ve taught. Thanks a million! Keep it up.
Loved the video, I have a suggestion on your process. Try it and see what you think. So it’s the prep microfiber roll. I love using the same roll. Leave the package on, and pull out the center roll of cardboard. It’s not very hard to do. Then pull and tear from the center. It keep them cleaner and dust free. And if the roll falls off the car if won’t unroll, and the packaging does it’s job keeping it clean until the last couple. I know it’s a small thing, but I hated watching a few new rolls hit the booth floor by accident. They are much cheaper alternative to the paper shop towels in the box, but the box is convenient. So pulling the cardboard makes it just like the box. Paint on👍
Wow Brian, that turned out beautiful….. thanks for always teaching us something new sir.
Thank you Brian and Mario ✌🏽
Glad you enjoyed it
So nice. The raptor liner inside is a sick touch.
You guys are the best💯,,i love you guys ❤
I also like Mario’s suit, I love that blue!
Awesome paint job, the car looks 👌🏼 👍🏿 👏 😀 😎 with i the new paint .
What a beautiful paint job! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for making this video super awesome.God bless you
Brian is the best I ever see in Bodywork keep up the good work bro ❤
Great paint video! I will watch this again for sure!
It came out amazing. 😍😍😍😍
Best video to date. 👍
Looking forward to watching it again...
Omg!!!!! Finally my friend!!! Jamaica is in the house yow!!!!!!
Representing !
Love for clear pronounciation, helping a lot for me that not quite good listening fast english native ❤
Agree . . and I’m a native English speaker.
The amount of good info in this video is invaluable. Thank you Brian.
Glad it was helpful!
This is a very good painting video with lots of tips 💯
You guys make this look so easy!! Fantastic job!
Excellent video. I am in the middle of my 6th or 7th paint job (Tamco sublime green pearl) and i still learned a lot. I wish you made this video about 2 months ago, however. LOL.
Thanks, pretty well covered all the bases on this one..👍😎
that paint job is amazing love how you went through all the steps it takes to do a good job thank you
THANK YOU FOR THESE VIDEOS, REALLY HELPFUL,I AM LEARNING ALOT
Nice and perfect sir...preparation is absolutely the best and the result is amazing...good job well done' from Philippines..god bless both of you and the paint society..
daaaaam what a finish!
Another great video Brian! Keep the great content coming. Everyday is a school day watching your videos 🚗
Thank you so very much. Great work and tutorial!
Best video I have seen. Great job guys.
Been waiting for this video to drop and it didn't disappoint
Thank you for this, working alot rn to support the fam but I got a 3kgt i want to save eventually, gonna come back to this
Always amazing videos with the best explanation🔥🔥🔥🔥
I wish there is someone in my country that can do real good paint like this
That looks nice. I love the color it really pops
Awesome video! A ton of good tips and details for a total paint color change. I think a lot of diy guys like me can take a lot from this video. Thanks
Great work gentlemen, thank you..
Amazing job Brian, someday when I get around to it I want to spray the Integra the A-spec red pearl color and this video is a great reference 🤙
People just so you know you'll never get a car looking like this guy who was a master and has tens of thousands of dollars worth of equipment. But the tip about loading primer shrink is very important.
I love it! What a beautiful color!
A beautiful paint job with tons of great information 💯❤️
Nice one bro
Mazda actually patented that color in the beginning. Soul red crystal. Mazda said they wanted the color to come to life and reflect the soul of the Master, or the artist/designer/painter. They developed a new and unique method/program/style/algorithim that allowed the robotic machines to move more gracefully and fluid when painting the cars this color. The story is very fascinating.
Great job, thanks for sharing this!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely spot on tutorial.....
Love it dude.. :)
nice work amzing color
brian always makes it look easy!
For sure. I did my 1st fender paint job about a year ago after watching Brian & a dozen other videos. 10x harder than Brian makes it look, and my results were crap, compared to Brian.
Hey Brian, thank you so much for the great informative video! Wondering how long after the cut in did you wait to start taping up the car to paint the exterior as a whole.
This is a piece of art. I wish I'd had leard this trade
I'm a big fan. Haven't yet had a chance to paint. But I feel more confident with your videos. Do you have a video explaining how to read the tds and how to mix. Perhaps I missed it
Best videos
Now I have to get garage ready lol
Awesome vids
I did the exact same car the exact same way except mine was a sapphire blue perl & it came out beautiful like glass. 3 coats of color & 5 coats of clear it was so deep & rich thay it looked super wet like kandy.
I miss my civic hatchback.
Wow, I really like this color
Awesome Video! That civic is beautiful!! 🛸🐐🖖
Hey guys, amazing work on the cars looks stunning! Im actually gonna paint the same car (EG hatch) this october, i have new front fenders and gonna weld new rear quarter panels, I bought all the equipment watching your previous videos on how to paint a car guide and was writing notes as i watch! Your videos are extremely informative and helpful and i cant thank you enough for sharing them and giving it all for free! I just need some tips on how to attack the car, im going to paint it a red metallic color idk which specifictly but will find soon enough.
Since i have brand new fenders and a second hand back door im gonna do all the bodywork while they are not mounted on the car like you did in the video, i dont know if i should do bumpers the same way? also i want to keep the trim on the front bumper black any tips on how to mask without making a hardline would be helpful!
And since im gonna weld quarter panels i assume the weld are going to poke out of the body line any ideas on how to attack it so i can make it sleek? I assume im gonna block it but idk with what grid and how big of a block i need?
Thanks again for the awesome video will greatly appreciate if you see this and help this goes for everybody with some experience with painting because im still a virgin in this and every tip helps!
Used to own an 88 Honda Civic. Think it was the same car, but didn’t have that beautiful paint job!
Mazda has the best red imo. It's so good.
Great job ❤
thank you, watched the entire video
Great video beautiful paint job
Hey there Brian! I've watched a ton of your videos and have learned from every one of them! I'm planning to repaint (and color change) my Ford Ranger this summer, but since it is my daily driver, I will be painting it over a weekend. I plan to remove things such as bumpers, grille, trim, lights, etc., but there is no way I can remove the doors and such in the time I will have. Would you mind telling me the best way to prep and paint the door jambs since this is BC/CC? I would greatly appreciate ANY tips you could give to make this project turn out the best it can under the circumstances. Your videos and advice enabled me to paint my son's new rear bumper cover with a flawless finish... my first 2K paint work. Many thanks in advance!
Thank you for these great Videos!!! Do you have any tips to help me Paint my 87’ c4 corvette?? Have you ever painted one? Thank you 🙏
Dang! you guys really did a great job
good job Brian very very good
what a great paint job , wish i can work with you guys