Texas Metal Blue on Custom Truck

TEXAS METAL BLUE | ALPHA AUTOMOTIVE PAINT | CUSTOM TRUCK

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Marvel at this masterpiece by 1 Way Diesel Performance – a custom truck coated in our vivid Texas Metal Blue, Wicked White, and Alpha Automotive Paint's dazzling Slick Silver Metallic. This truck, crafted with precision and passion, stands out on the road like a beacon of style and sophistication. The Texas Metal Blue paint exudes confidence and strength, reflecting the rugged spirit of the Lone Star State. Paired with the crisp Wicked White accents, it creates a striking contrast that commands attention wherever it goes!

Installer: 1 Way Diesel Performance

Coating: Alpha Automotive Paint

Pigments needed for this look:

- Texas Metal Blue Basecoat

- Wicked White Drop-In Pigment

- Slick Silver Metallic Custom Color

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Like all of the Alpha Custom Colors, Texas Metal Blue 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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