water walkin warrior Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 I'm from the Bloomington/Normal area and need help with my hood and trunk. I found this site via the Junkman 2000 channel on youtube via Cadillac Forums. I've got an '89 Triple Black Brougham that needs some paint repair done or just repainted. I wash it about every week or 2 at the least and plan on participating in some shows eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 Pictures my friend! I live in the Quad Cities and would be more than happy to look at it and HELP. Get us some pictures though. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 Hi Brian. Welcome to the forum! :welcomebanner: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
water walkin warrior Posted June 24, 2010 Author Share Posted June 24, 2010 Pictures of my hood and trunk here. From 6-10 feet out it looks fine, but close up it's not so good. Here are the pics. Do you think it's too far gone? My uncle said it could not be buffed or polished out and only a paint job would fix it. Help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabigbratj Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 im in bloomington and would be glad to help but by the looks you are going to need a new paint job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natch02 Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 I agree with new paint. Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 :welcomebanner: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Slow Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Welcome fellow Illinoisan. Your uncle is correct, new paint time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GXPaycheck Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Welcome fellow Brian! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sChevyGirl Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 I agree. It needs new paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 OH GOD! Yes... New paint FOR SURE! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbohcar Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Hey, I'm from Blo/No too! WELCOME and good luck with the Cadillac. You should see me occasionally at the Cruise-Ins with my 72 Ranchero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
water walkin warrior Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 Thanks for the welcome. I'll look into getting some estimates and maybe I can get it done in a little while. It's great to see that there's some B/N peeps on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
water walkin warrior Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 Hey, I'm from Blo/No too! WELCOME and good luck with the Cadillac. You should see me occasionally at the Cruise-Ins with my 72 Ranchero. Which cruise-in's and where? I'm new to the whole cruise-in and car show scene. I'm going to do the MDA Car Show in Peoria for fun and a father/son event. My 17 year old likes helping me with our cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbohcar Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Thanks for the welcome. I'll look into getting some estimates and maybe I can get it done in a little while. It's great to see that there's some B/N peeps on here. If you're looking to do it on the cheap, talk to KC Autobody just off of Market Street on the west side of town. He's between the Freedom gas station and the Arby's on Market out near the interstate. He's a super nice guy and does quality work for a decent price. If quality is all you're concerned with I've had good luck with Cooks Autobody in north Normal and Mike's Collision east of town by the airport. And post some pictures of that beast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbohcar Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Which cruise-in's and where? I'm new to the whole cruise-in and car show scene. I'm going to do the MDA Car Show in Peoria for fun and a father/son event. My 17 year old likes helping me with our cars. There's a Cruise-In every 2nd Saturday of the month up at Von Maur in the College Hills Mall. http://www.twincitycruisers.com/ I usually try to make a couple a year. This year will be the first time the Ranchero has made it. Hopefully I can get Jake on the to help me polish it beforehand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabigbratj Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 There's a Cruise-In every 2nd Saturday of the month up at Von Maur in the College Hills Mall.http://www.twincitycruisers.com/ I usually try to make a couple a year. This year will be the first time the Ranchero has made it. Hopefully I can get Jake on the to help me polish it beforehand. we will get it done soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabigbratj Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 and water walkin-if you want to ever try out some adams stuff id be glad to bring some over so you can try out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
water walkin warrior Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 Got some pics up in my album now. Sometimes I go overboard with the pictures. LOL http://www.adamsforums.com/forums/album.php?albumid=356 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbohcar Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Sweet pictars! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typo Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Welcome water walkin. I grew up there. Went to NCHS. Cool car thanks for the pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
694doorbird Posted June 26, 2010 Share Posted June 26, 2010 Brian, I have to agree with everyone, time for new paint. The hood on my '69 Thunderbird has some crazing, but no where as bad as yours. You'd be surprised how much better it looks after a polish and wax. Giving me time to save for a quality paint job. I love these big old cruisers, don't be afraid to take it to some of those cruises. Yes, there will be cars in way better condition, but there might be others about the same. You might even get contacts to help you out :2thumbs: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman2008 Posted June 27, 2010 Share Posted June 27, 2010 Your paint shows exactly what happens when you put wax on paint that hasn't cured. This is why I tell people to never put anything on fresh paint unless you are 100% sure that the compound has no sealing capabilities. That definitely is going to have to be repainted. Which Caddy forum are you on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
water walkin warrior Posted June 28, 2010 Author Share Posted June 28, 2010 Your paint shows exactly what happens when you put wax on paint that hasn't cured. This is why I tell people to never put anything on fresh paint unless you are 100% sure that the compound has no sealing capabilities. That definitely is going to have to be repainted. Which Caddy forum are you on? Thanks for the prognosis. I appreciate your informative and very entertaining videos. Stupid previous owners. lol I'm the 3rd owner and they must have had it sitting under a tree for extended periods of time because of the bird doo that ate through the paint and became part of the hood and trunk. On a good note, I "dawned" it and used a liquid clay bar (I haven't had a chance to order any Adams yet and it's what I had) to strip the wax and give it a pretty good clean yesterday. It looks better already. I just need to buff it and see how much better it will get until I can get it painted. It won't be perfect, but it will be better at least. I'm on the Cadillac Owners.com forum. The RWD forum to be specific. Lots of big body Caddie owners over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbohcar Posted July 1, 2010 Share Posted July 1, 2010 Well bring it out to a Cruise-In sometime. Depending on how I feel when I get off the plane from vacation next week, there is a cruise next Saturday. See the link I posted about the Twin City Cruisers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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