Originally Posted by
retransit
Bob, I read a bit about the pre-cat lacquer and apparently the catalyzer is added just before sale. So in essence, it is a two part paint, although the customer doesn't add anything. That is the reason for the short shelf life after it is purchased..
DuPont Lucite was a nitrocellulose lacquer and it had an infinite shelf life as far as I was concerned. I never experienced crazing, although the re-finish on my GTO (I didn't apply it) did experience some minor crazing before it was stolen.
Sorry to hear that about your car, I once had my truck stolen right out of my driveway, so I do know how that feels. The crazing I experienced was mainly in show car finishes with multi colors, and very high build clear coats, and would show up usually in 2 to 3 years. Personally, I would never consider going back to lacquer, there are just too many great finishing systems out there today to choose from...
Bob