Getting ready to repaint underside of hood & decklid but need paint . Anyone have the paint code for this or suggestions? I had to do some rework and priming so have to repaint. Appears to be a semi-gloss.

I used the same semi-gloss black that I use on my rocker panels. Duplicolor trim and bumper paint. It took me about 2 cans to do the underside of my front hood.

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Ive been wanting to do the same thing. Does that Duplicolor paint match the factory color and sheen?

Thanks,
Jason

Mike , There was a post on this several months ago --my-self and a couple other members tried like hell to find any codes that would work--( no luck) we tried the chips--(no luck) someone out there has to know this, best bet would to be , take to paint supply house or body shop and see if they can color match it for you, if you find out please post...

It's semi-gloss or satin black. Bumper black is usually the same, but different manufacturers may use a different amount of flattener so make sure it's semi-gloss or satin. If you're using a spray can, find one that dries slowly & apply several light coats. If you want to use a premium paint like urethane, mix gloss black & flattener at 100/50 (before adding reducer/hardner). Will be available at any autobody supply. Always shoot a test panel to make sure it's what you want.
Been doing custom body & paint for 35+ years.
~ Paul
aka "Tha Driver"

Why do they call it reckless driving if it causes wrecks?

I used Rustoleum semi-gloss black on the underside of my hood. To my eyes, it looks almost identical to the original paint.

Heres as far as we got. Roger says the Corvette clubs know--if that helps some..
https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/075449.html

I've been looking at the same thing and to my eyes those areas do not look black, but a very dark gray, with a mid level gloss.

I believe the exact paint that you are looking for is

"SEM" Trim Black paint # 39143 bar code 46786 39143

sem products inc.
651 mitchael way charlotte nc
800-831-1122

this is the exact paint used on the trim and mirrors.

I originally used the no name version which I was told was identical, however I had several application problems and went back to the factory spray can, which goes on perfect without any problems.

you can get it from any automotive supplier, however I strongly suggest the original "SEM" product and not the generic cheaper version. Costs about 10 bucks for a 15 oz spray can.

tim

I have found a place online which stocks the complete line of SEM products, has very quick order turnaround, and occasionally has sales. It is "Your Auto Trim Store" I would post a link if I knew how. I bought all the SEM for my interior there for $7.50 a can.

quote Originally posted by Blacktree: I used Rustoleum semi-gloss black on the underside of my hood. To my eyes, it looks almost identical to the original paint.

I did the same thing to touch up a few blemishes under the deck lid but I added a little semi-gloss white to the black and I ended up with a perfect gray match.

I use PPG Delstar Acrylic Urethane Enamel. Four Parts Black, One Part White, Two Parts Flattener, and double the amount of thinner recommended in the mixing guide. Shot with a 1.0 tip touch up gun at 60-70 degrees, the texture and color match the OEM perfectly.

The factory used all PPG Enamel from the frame primer coat to the final body paint.

Fred