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brian krikorian

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Hi all,

Does anyone have any idea what the paint color or code for my coach might be? First--I have no sticker in my glove box or compartment, so I've
checked. I've also checked on the internet and elsewhere with the codes. I ordered two possible colors that I thought MIGHT come close that were
listed as possible matches: Caramel Beige and Buckskin. The former was way too light and beige, and the latter is close but not brown or dark
enough. It's a 1977 Eleganza II, but I'm beginning to wonder if they painted it a non-standard color.

My next choice may be to go to an auto body shop with a paint chip, but since I have seen pictures of coaches of a similar color, I thought maybe some
one could point me in the right direction.

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-20_09_54_05.jpg

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-19_09_44_32.jpg

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-15_12_05_16.jpg (Sorry for it not being rotated).

Thanks!

Brian
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Brian K
1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
Bellevue, WA
Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
 
Haha...well that's a good start. Thanks John
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Brian K
1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
Bellevue, WA
Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
 
I don't believe your paint is factory. Please, what is the VIN?
Also, check your Facebook Private Messages, PMs.

bdub

-----Original Message-----
From: Gmclist On Behalf Of Brian Krikorian
Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2017 12:44

Does anyone have any idea what the paint color or code for my coach might
be? First--I have no sticker in my glove box or compartment, so I've
checked. I've also checked on the internet and elsewhere with the codes. I
ordered two possible colors that I thought MIGHT come close that were
listed as possible matches: Caramel Beige and Buckskin. The former was way
too light and beige, and the latter is close but not brown or dark
enough. It's a 1977 Eleganza II, but I'm beginning to wonder if they
painted it a non-standard color.

My next choice may be to go to an auto body shop with a paint chip, but
since I have seen pictures of coaches of a similar color, I thought maybe
some
one could point me in the right direction.

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-20_09_54_05.jpg

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-19_09_44_32.jpg

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-15_12_05_16.
 
Brian,

Find an automotive paint store in your area and ask if they have a paint color analyzer; if they do drive the GMC there.

They should be able to tell you what the color is and determine the mix. They may also be able analyzer the stripes.

Regards,
Rob M.
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
USA '77 Kingsley - TZE 267V100808


-----Original Message-----
From: Gmclist [mailto:gmclist-bounces] On Behalf Of Brian Krikorian
Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2017 12:44 PM
To: gmclist
Subject: [GMCnet] Paint Color help

Hi all,

Does anyone have any idea what the paint color or code for my coach might be? First--I have no sticker in my glove box or
compartment, so I've checked. I've also checked on the internet and elsewhere with the codes. I ordered two possible colors that I
thought MIGHT come close that were listed as possible matches: Caramel Beige and Buckskin. The former was way too light and beige,
and the latter is close but not brown or dark
enough. It's a 1977 Eleganza II, but I'm beginning to wonder if they painted it a non-standard color.

My next choice may be to go to an auto body shop with a paint chip, but since I have seen pictures of coaches of a similar color, I
thought maybe some one could point me in the right direction.

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-20_09_54_05.jpg

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-19_09_44_32.jpg

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/2017-07-15_12_05_16.jpg (Sorry for it not being rotated).

Thanks!

Brian
 
Thanks everyone, as usual, for the advice and help via the forum (and email). So it looks like my next stop will be looking for auto body paint
suppliers in the rainy northwest! I have a few 1" chips that have flaked off so maybe I can start there.

Bill I did check. Thanks.
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Brian K
1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
Bellevue, WA
Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
 
If you have chips that have flaked off then it definitely isn’t the original. The original pant was Imron, a polyurethane paint that won’t flake.

Emery Stora
77 Kingsley
Frederick, CO

>
> Thanks everyone, as usual, for the advice and help via the forum (and email). So it looks like my next stop will be looking for auto body paint
> suppliers in the rainy northwest! I have a few 1" chips that have flaked off so maybe I can start there.
>
> Bill I did check. Thanks.
> --
> Brian K
> 1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
> Bellevue, WA
> Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
>
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Brian

A long way from original paint...

Do what Rob said. If they have paint analyzers in Antigonish, NS, you can
be sure they have one where you live. Get the smallest amount available and
take it home to test on an inconspicuous location for a colour match.

Mike from NS

> If you have chips that have flaked off then it definitely isn’t the
> original. The original pant was Imron, a polyurethane paint that won’t
> flake.
>
> Emery Stora
> 77 Kingsley
> Frederick, CO
>

> >
> > Thanks everyone, as usual, for the advice and help via the forum (and
> email). So it looks like my next stop will be looking for auto body paint
> > suppliers in the rainy northwest! I have a few 1" chips that have
> flaked off so maybe I can start there.
> >
> > Bill I did check. Thanks.
> > --
> > Brian K
> > 1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
> > Bellevue, WA
> > Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall
> apart (discovering more as I go along....)
> >
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Michael Beaton
1977 Kingsley 26-11
1977 Eleganza II 26-3
Antigonish, NS

Life is too short to hold a grudge; slash some tires and call it even !
 
Take the fuel door off and take to a paint shop or auto parts store. My local Autovalue, does paint analysis and made up several cans for me.
--
Larry
78 Royale w/500 Caddy
Menomonie, WI.
 
Come to think of it my small town NAPA said they have that equipment, though I have not tried the service
--
John Lebetski
Woodstock, IL
77 Eleganza II
 
Hey Brian your in Bellevue? There's a sherwin Williams auto paint store on the south side of 522 they will match your color

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>
> Thanks everyone, as usual, for the advice and help via the forum (and email). So it looks like my next stop will be looking for auto body paint
> suppliers in the rainy northwest! I have a few 1" chips that have flaked off so maybe I can start there.
>
> Bill I did check. Thanks.
> --
> Brian K
> 1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
> Bellevue, WA
> Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
>
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Thanks again for the comments.

Dan, thanks for that as well. That SW is only about 2 miles from me, so that's great!

Brian
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Brian K
1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
Bellevue, WA
Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
 
They matched a Kingsley I had a while back not bad for a rattle can , they will make you up a quart or put it spray cans for you

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>
> Thanks again for the comments.
>
> Dan, thanks for that as well. That SW is only about 2 miles from me, so that's great!
>
> Brian
> --
> Brian K
> 1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261
> Bellevue, WA
> Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)
>
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