paint

fillyv · 02-16-2010, 10:19 AM

Bodyshops/Dealerships all mix thier own paint. It's really not a big deal. As long as you have a shop that is good, and thier tech's care. We mix every color, and variant made. It's not a problem.

TheWeatherman · 02-16-2010, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Richie

where are you guys ordering your paint from? i dunno where to get hold of this scratch sheild stuff, my dealer is just fkin dumb!

Go to an Infiniti dealer. They should have some. Be aware, it would be a whole new clearcoat. I said this in a different thread, I have it on my black '09 FX35. It really doesn't work that well. I still see all the micro-scratches that I've seen on my black cars I've owned before. Could it be a little better? Sure. I just can't tell. The manual says to leave it in hot sun to work. I've done that on-purpose numerous times. Little scratches still there. Just my opinion. Again, try a few Infiniti dealers. I know you guys in the UK just got them.

Hope that helps.

Richie · 02-16-2010, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TheWeatherman

Go to an Infiniti dealer. They should have some. Be aware, it would be a whole new clearcoat. I said this in a different thread, I have it on my black '09 FX35. It really doesn't work that well. I still see all the micro-scratches that I've seen on my black cars I've owned before. Could it be a little better? Sure. I just can't tell. The manual says to leave it in hot sun to work. I've done that on-purpose numerous times. Little scratches still there. Just my opinion. Again, try a few Infiniti dealers. I know you guys in the UK just got them.

Hope that helps.

so theres not much point getting the special scratch sheild laqcuer then?

TheWeatherman · 02-16-2010, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Richie

so theres not much point getting the special scratch sheild laqcuer then?

Richie, I think a good detailing job should protect the car and keep it looking as good as the Scratch Shield. Again, it's my opinion, but I do have it. It just came with my Infiniti, but I don't think it's offered this year. That's what I've heard. If you'd ask me if it was worth it.. I'd say, "Not really." I could use that money for some good detailing that would take care of those little tiny scratches. That's what Scratch Shield is for. Not for deep scratches.

Richie · 02-16-2010, 02:45 PM

scratch sheild is nissans self healing lacquer isnt it? there are vids of it on youtube working, i just want to know where to get it to repair my badly scratched roof that needs painting

TheWeatherman · 02-16-2010, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Richie

scratch sheild is nissans self healing lacquer isnt it? there are vids of it on youtube working, i just want to know where to get it to repair my badly scratched roof that needs painting

Infiniti.

Rasengan · 02-16-2010, 04:26 PM

looks like it needs a lot of heat for it to self-heal

TheWeatherman · 02-16-2010, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Rasengan

looks like it needs a lot of heat for it to self-heal

I'll make sure to get out in my driveway with my "boiling water machine" and spray down my car.

Mine clearly doesn't even come close to that.

Richie · 02-16-2010, 05:39 PM

i still dont know where to buy the correct stuff for my paintshop to use....

The BlueMax · 02-16-2010, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Stock height. 15mm spacers front and rear. The vents feed my custom airboxes..

I checked out your various album photos, very impressive, your the kind of neighbor I would like to have. Maybe see you at the Z gathering in Nashville this summer. I just bought my Z about a month ago, same blue like yours

Modshack · 02-17-2010, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by bluemax

I checked out your various album photos, very impressive, your the kind of neighbor I would like to have. Maybe see you at the Z gathering in Nashville this summer. I just bought my Z about a month ago, same blue like yours

LOL...Yeah, I've been a bit of a mod junkie over the years. Might make it to Nashville!

Richie · 02-18-2010, 03:59 AM

still dont know how to repair my car properly

TheWeatherman · 02-18-2010, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Richie

still dont know how to repair my car properly

Okay Richie, go back and read this post again. I've tried to tell you a bunch of times, if you want it done, go to, or call an Infiniti dealer!

Richie · 02-18-2010, 10:32 AM

does the uk even have an infiniti dealer? :S

Richie · 02-18-2010, 11:02 AM

ohhhh we do ! lol and they can fix it for me, they want £400 for just the roof!

lol

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