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Old 03-28-2010 | 01:41 PM
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Default RE: Solar tex

I usually use a latex paint then clear coat using a CLEAR AUTOMOTIVE/ENGINE ACRYLIC ENAMEL.
Since Ultracote clear has disappeared, that leaves Lustercrap. Rather than go through the aggravation of Lustercrap,
I have found that many acrylic clear enamels range from fuel resistant to fuel proof.
Be advised that you WILL NOT get a film type shine with latex - all the shine is in the clearcoat.

If you absolutely must have fuel proof, use Nelson's clear with the crosslinker (requires spraying equipment. Nelson's is very good, but not cheap)