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    hydrostream clearcoat?

    i have a 1980 hydrostream vector that needs clearcoat. what kind should i use? has original flake but the clearcoat is gone. thanks in advance
    -bob
    1989 Hydrostream Vector "Spongebob" 78mph
    1980 Hydrostream Vector "Ole Blue" 104mph
    1982 Allison GT20 "Red Eagle" 92mph
    1977 Hydrostream Viper "Hornet" 105mph
    1990 Mirage Jaguar 106mph
    1989 Hydrostream V-King YT "White Lightning" 91mph
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    Clear gelcote,BUT quick and easy,auto clear cote can work well.Some of it will tend to get cloudy or yellow when used over polyester.Thats why I prefer gel,it's more work but bonds better and will last longer.JMO. You guys rompin it this year?

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    You going again??? WERE IN !! Bob ???
    Quote Originally Posted by outasite View Post
    Clear gelcote,BUT quick and easy,auto clear cote can work well.Some of it will tend to get cloudy or yellow when used over polyester.Thats why I prefer gel,it's more work but bonds better and will last longer.JMO. You guys rompin it this year?

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    Saran Wrap is best. Don't use the cheap stuff
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    Quote Originally Posted by transomstand View Post
    Saran Wrap is best. Don't use the cheap stuff
    hmmmmm what brand? lol
    - Josh
    1989 Hydrostream Vector "Spongebob" 78mph
    1980 Hydrostream Vector "Ole Blue" 104mph
    1982 Allison GT20 "Red Eagle" 92mph
    1977 Hydrostream Viper "Hornet" 105mph
    1990 Mirage Jaguar 106mph
    1989 Hydrostream V-King YT "White Lightning" 91mph
    1991 Stv Procomp "$hitbox" 90mph

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    Quote Originally Posted by outasite View Post
    Clear gelcote,BUT quick and easy,auto clear cote can work well.Some of it will tend to get cloudy or yellow when used over polyester.Thats why I prefer gel,it's more work but bonds better and will last longer.JMO. You guys rompin it this year?
    Rompin it every year !!
    1989 Hydrostream Vector "Spongebob" 78mph
    1980 Hydrostream Vector "Ole Blue" 104mph
    1982 Allison GT20 "Red Eagle" 92mph
    1977 Hydrostream Viper "Hornet" 105mph
    1990 Mirage Jaguar 106mph
    1989 Hydrostream V-King YT "White Lightning" 91mph
    1991 Stv Procomp "$hitbox" 90mph

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