I recently went to a local hardware store that sells valspar. He did a computer match but it was a little too bright. After taking it home and trying it I decided to do it again. The second try he nailed it. I took a belly plate with original paint. I figured this part sees the least sun. The paint is valspar anti-rust oil base enamel, nothing fancy and only $11 a quart. I use a small bit of penetrol, thin to spray and so far it has worked well.
I also use the rustoleum almond in a rattle can for the IH white. I use the enamel though and not the epoxy. I have found their almond to be a very close match.
These are a couple of things I've found to keep costs down.
I would also like to hear some feedback on clearcoating. I haven't done much other than rattle cans and would appreciate any tips. I've heard it can help with UV protection.
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