Detroit Diesel Blue

Name: Detroit Diesel Blue
SKU: 5082
Availability: InStock

SKU: 5082

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£18.95Excl. VAT

£22.74Inc. VAT

Description

Detroit Diesel Blue. Traditional paint colour used on Detroit Diesel Engines.

Type of Paint

Paintman Paint take pride in only producing the highest quality, hand-mixed paints. Combining premium tints and resin in our formulas develops a paint with outstanding coverage, build and durability; suitable for the finest of projects.

Our mission is to provide paint that is as close to the original shades as possible. Please be aware, shades may differ depending on viewing device.

Detroit Diesel Blue is available in Engine Paint Gloss formula only. This allows for higher heat resistance up to 170 degrees c, suitable for engines.

Additional information of interest

Spray application. All of our Enamels will need to be diluted by around 5-10% using Paintman Coach Enamel Thinners, thus ensuring the highest quality finish and maintaining correct drying times.
Surface Preparation. Prior to painting ensure all surfaces are clean and dry to remove any contaminants. We recommend using our Surface cleaner 2800 for painted surfaces or our Surface Cleaner 2802 for bare metal. Surfaces should be keyed at each layer to maintain adhesion. Just prior to painting, wipe the surface with a Tack Rag to remove dust and other loose contaminants.
Aerosols. Aerosols in all colour variants are available. Special order aerosols are subject to a minimum order quantity of 4, you can order these directly here.
Painting tips and advice. Check out our methods of use page, FAQ’s or YouTube Channel for lots of hints and tips. Alternatively, ask us your question on our Contact page.

Coverage

Brushing/Rollering: 8 sqm per 1 Litre (1 coat)
Spraying: 10 sqm per 1 Litre (1 coat)
Aerosol: 2 sqm per 400ml Can (1 coat)
Approximate

Bear in mind, we recommend completing your project with 2 coats of top coat to build a lasting, deep finish.

Estimated paint required for specific vehicles:

Land Rover
- Short Wheel Base:
  - Outside: 2.5L or 15 aerosols
  - Inside & Outside: 3.5L
- Long Wheel Base:
  - Outside: 3.5L
  - Inside & Outside: 4.5L
- Wheels:
  - 1L or 2/3 aerosols
- Roof:
  - 1L or 3 aerosols
VW
- Camper:
  - 2 tone: 2 x 2.5L
  - 1 tone 5L

Drying Times

Traditional Synthetic Coach Enamel
- Touch Dry 3hrs @20°C
- Hard Dry 12hrs @20°C
- Full Dry 24hrs @20°C
- Recoatability After 24hrs
Ultraspeed Enamel – Spray Only –
- Touch Dry 2hrs @20°C
- Hard Dry 8hrs @20°C
- Flash Off time 20mins
- Recoatability Min 24hrs depending on build & temp. Surface should be denibbed prior to overcoating.

Paint Type

We are now able to exclusively offer a choice of Enamel paint to meet your application method requirements

Traditional Synthetic Coach Enamel – Maintaining the traditional element of a long wet edge time minimises brush marks whilst maximising its self-levelling ability for a perfectly flat, gloss finish. Our premium formula gives you superb coverage; suitable for the traditional application methods of brushing and rollering. Synthetic Coach Enamel also supports spray application for those who want product originality.
Ultraspeed Enamel (Spray Only) – A speedy Enamel perfect for those who require a quick turnaround. A 20 minute Flash Off period allows for multiple coats to be completed in the day. Paintman’s fast drying formula creates an excellent high build, high-gloss coverage for a range of first-class projects.

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