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Old 18th Jun 2003, 14:04
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Hairyplane
 
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Paint job

You get what you pay for.

If you want a quick blow (over) Job...! and are happy to accept the inevitable poor masking, colour coded door rubbers and wing seals etc (ugh!) then you should get it for a few grand.

However, I have a suggestion for you.

Fly down in the aircraft to Turweston (just up the road from Silverstone) and let Mick Allen of Mick Allen Resprays take a look at it.

You will also be able to see his work - probably a similar machine (or two) to yours in the paint shop.

He takes all the bits off, repairs the spats, etc, etc. and does a thorough bare metal job. He has a proper oven and also won't add an 'invisible passenger' by putting too much on - a common disappointment.

So - if you want it done right and want a lump in the right place when it comes out - all polished up and looking like a new plane - pay the money. It will be reflected in the resale value and well worth it.

Having said all that, the pleasant surprise is the cost.

Go see Mick - lovely guy, total professional, knows his business inside out.

HP
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