Paint - 2 and 3 Coat Pearlescent Finishes

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Models:
All

Section:
Body & Frame

Classification:
BF88-004

Bulletin No.:
TS88-013

Date:
February 8, 1988


PEARLESCENT PAINT


APPLIED MODELS:
All

SERVICE INFORMATION





Pearlescent paints containing mica are now being used on some 1988 Nissan models. These paints differ from solid or metallic paints. Three types of pearlescent paints are currently being used by Nissan; 2-coat pearl, 2-coat pearl metallic, and 3-coat pearl (see chart).





Application of 2-coat pearl and 2-coat pearl metallic is similar to that of other 2-coat metallic paints. However, repairs on 3-coat pearl require special technique and experience since color matching is much more critical. Also, when spot or partial repairing is required, the full panel or "Zone" must be repainted (see drawing).


If a Dealer requires assistance in 3-coat pearl paint procedure, the following paint manufacturers are willing to provide it.

^ Basf/Inmont/Glasurit
^ Dupont
^ P.P.G./Ditzler
^ Sherwin Williams
^ Sikkens

Or contact your local paint jobber.


^ Two types of mica are available, white and colored. They should be used properly to fit the base color.

^ Pearl mica has complex reflection characteristics without hiding power. This produces minute changes in color tone and luster as the painted surface is viewed at different angles or under different lighting conditions. When matching color during repair, you should carefully observe the paint color under direct sunlight (at a distance of 3 to 7 feet), from every direction.





REFINISHING GUIDE


CAUTION:
Air line respirator with full hood or half mask, or vapor/particulate type respirator that is recommended as effective for isocyanate vapor and mist, must be worn during the entire painting process.


CAUTION:
When painting with pearlescent paint, be sure to keep the panel surface clean and free from dirt and dust as it will be very conspicuous and difficult to remove.

2-Coat Pearlescent Paint
1. In general, use the same painting method which is used for metallic painting.
2. Use the same mica base which was originally used on the vehicle, and match the color by referring to the data and instructions given by the paint manufacturer.
3. Apply paints to the vehicle body under the same conditions and using the same painting methods as those used to make the color comparison board.

3-Coat Pearlescent Paint





1. It is necessary to match the color of the refinishing base color paint and the original body paint. On all cars, an exposed portion of the color base coat will be found under the right and left hand sill plates.





2. The color tone of a pearl base coat varies with the number of overlapped spray strokes (film thickness). Use the same spraying conditions as those for color matching.
3 Areas to be sanded and coated for Zone repairs.