AURORA PURPLE CANDY PEARL BASECOAT | ALPHA AUTOMOTIVE PAINT | CUSTOM AUTOMOTIVE

Hold your breath as A1 Dipping maestro, Chris Stewart takes center stage with a breathtaking creation that's bound to steal the spotlight! This time, he works his artistic wizardry with our newest Alpha Custom Color - Aurora Purple Paint Basecoat, turning every dip into a work of pure enchantment. From its smooth application to the radiant finish, every detail is a testament to the craftsmanship that defines A1 Dipping.

Installer: A1 Dipping and automotive paint / Chris Stewart

.Coating: Alpha Automotive Paint

Alpha Automotive Paint Products needed for this look:

- Aurora Purple Paint Basecoat

- Alpha Urethane Reducers

- UHS Euro Clearcoat AC-6021 Kit | Alpha Automotive Paint (AC-6021)

Like all of the Alpha Automotive Paint Candy Pearls, Aurora Purple can be topped with Alpha Automotive Paint Clearcoat or other good UV-resistant clearcoats. This color is available in Automotive Paint, Aerosol Spray Cans & Vehicle Paint Kits as well.

This project uses an Alpha Custom Color basecoat, bound in a special binder for pigment control, UV resistance, and excellent pearl suspension. The basecoat mixes 1:1 with an AR-30xx reducer for smooth application and consistent coverage. Our AP-7541 DTM Primer-Sealer provides outstanding adhesion, flexibility and fast drying, while the AC-4521 HS Glamour Clearcoat adds long-lasting gloss, UV protection and durability.

Project Step-by-Step Guide

1. Complete your prep, body work, primer, and sanding following our video tutorials.
2. Block-sand the exterior panels with 320 grit sandpaper and scuff door jambs, engine bay and tight areas with a red scuff pad.
3. Blow off all dust outside and wipe down with wax & grease remover.
4. If applicable, paint the door jambs and engine bay first, then wait 24 hours before moving on to the exterior.
5. Re-mask and wipe down the project with anti-static wax & grease remover.
6. Mix and spray one medium wet coat of AP-7541 DTM Primer-Sealer (4:1:1 ratio) using a 1.4 mm needle spray gun.
7. After the sealer is 100% dry to the touch, wait at least an hour.
8. Mix and spray your basecoat colour directly over the sealer (most colours require 2–4 coats for coverage/effect).
9. Wait until the basecoat is dry to the touch before recoating.
10. After the final basecoat is dry, wait 45 minutes.
11. Mix and spray 2–3 coats of AC-4521 HS Glamour Clearcoat (2:1 ratio). Recoat when the previous coat is just tacky (fingerprints).
12. Let cure for 12 hours in a warm, ventilated area.
13. If wet sanding & buffing, leave masked for that process; otherwise unmask & assemble.
14. Enjoy your newly painted project!

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