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Description
Phantom Red Spray Can
is an epic Alpha Custom Color with the best aspects of the 3 best paint types.. Pearl, candy, and traditional Basecoat! Great coverage but with the look of a candy 🔥
This color is best over a black sealer as shown on the speedshape.
Your favorite pigments now in a spray can! Pre mixed and reduced, just shake it up and spray it over sealer or a properly prepped surface!
Best over a Black Basecoat ( if you need surface filling , Use Epoxy Primer & Sealer Spray Can 1k or sanded high build primer spray cans!)
This is a 1k basecoat and needs to be sprayed over the recommended Epoxy Sealer & topped with 2k HS Spray Can Clearcoat or any other 2k clearcoat.* These are Basecoat Midcoats ( 1k Midcoats ) Where the basecoat REALLY matters. We highly recommend sticking the basecoats we suggest above for best results. *
Application & Prep
STEP 1 – CLEAN THE SURFACE
1 - Wash with soap and water, rinse, and dry completely.
2 - Degrease using wax and grease remover or isopropyl alcohol.
3 - Wipe dry with a clean, lint-free towel.
STEP 2 – SCUFF / SAND FOR ADHESION
If Raw Plastic / Polyurethane: Evenly scuff bare plastic or raw surfaces. These will also need to be adhesion promoted prior to paint using our WolfBite Adhesion promoter.
If Good Condition OEM Paint: Sand smooth or glossy paint with P320-P400 grit sand paper or Scuff Pad until uniformly dull with no glossy areas.
If Surface Needs Bodywork or heavy scratches removed: Sand the damaged areas with 180 grit (feathered out into the panel) then do your bodywork. Finish in 220 Grit sanding. Then spot prime with high build primer - fading the primer out into the rest of the sanded panel covering the bodywork and any 220 grit scratches. (the good condition areas of the panel should have been sanded in 320-400 or scuff pad). Lastly, after the high build primer is dry and ready to be sanded (check tds for timeline), sand with 320-400 to match the rest of the panel.
After The above prep: Remove dust with compressed air or a clean microfiber towel.
STEP 3 – FINAL WIPE & TACK
1 - Wipe the surface again with isopropyl alcohol or wax and grease remover.
2 - Allow solvents to fully evaporate.
3 - Lightly wipe with a tack cloth immediately before spraying. Do not press hard. (optional but great step)
STEP 4 – SET UP YOUR SPRAY AREA
1 - Use a well-ventilated, well-lit area with good extraction fans
2 - Ideal conditions are 65–75°F (18–24°C) with 40–60% relative humidity.
3 - Keep the area free of open flames, sparks, or ignition sources.
4 - Wet the floor if your space allows to keep dust down
5 - Cover any items or areas in your space that you do not want to get overspray on
STEP 5 – PERSONAL PROTECTION
1 - Wear a respirator rated for organic or solvent vapors.
2 - Use nitrile gloves and safety goggles.
3 - Wear a paint suit
STEP 6 – SHAKE THE CAN
1 - Shake vigorously for 45–60 seconds.
2 - Invert the can several times while shaking to fully mix pigments and metallics.
STEP 7 – TEST SPRAY
ALWAYS DO A TEST SPRAY + SPRAY OUT CARD IF DOING OEM SPOT JOBS
1 - Spray on cardboard or a scrap panel.
2 - Confirm even spray pattern, correct color, and proper atomization.
3 - Adjust the spray can's nozzle to match your spray style or surface.
4 - If the can is not operating correctly, remove the cap completely, reseat it on the can, and twise the entire nozzle 360 degrees. Since our cans are made to order, sometimes there is slight paint build up and reseating the nozzle corrects this.
STEP 8 – SPRAYING TECHNIQUE
1 - Hold the can 5–6 inches from the surface.
2 - Keep the can perpendicular, 90 degrees to the panel at all times.
3 - Move at a steady speed using smooth, even passes. You are looking for medium wet coats NOT super wet, pooling coats.
4 - Overlap each pass by 50 percent.
STEP 9 – TRIGGER CONTROL
1 - Begin moving before pulling the trigger. Start off of the panel then move onto the panel. This avoids build up on edges.
2 - Fully depress the trigger while spraying.
3 - Release the trigger completely at the end of each pass.
4 - Stop spraying after clearing the panel edge by an inch.
STEP 10 – COATS & FLASH TIMES
1k Primer/Sealer
1 - Spray a medium wet coat on the entire panel (if not blending oem paint) to achieve a 75% coverage. This fills in the sanding scratches as well as gives a uniform , required ground coat color for the next steps.
2- Allow to flash dry for 5-15 minutes. Time depends on the product and environment.
3 - Apply the second medium-wet coat to achieve full coverage
4 - Allow to dry for 30 minutes or until the wet look fades so a dull, even finish and is completely dry to the touch.
GROUNDCOATS or SOLID COLORS (BEFORE MIDCOATS IF APPLICABLE)
This is for our Base Black, OEM Undercoats or solid colored basecoats. Not all projects require this step.
1 - Apply the first medium-wet coat at approximately 75 percent coverage.
2 - Allow to flash 5-15 minutes or until the wet look fades so a dull, even finish. Time depends on the product and environment.
3 - Apply the second medium-wet coat to achieve full coverage
4 - Allow to flash 5-15 minutes or until the wet look fades so a dull, even finish. Time depends on the product and environment.
5 - Apply a Third medium wet coat if the color is not 100% covered and even at this point. This will vary based on the color and product being sprayed.
4 - Flash another 15-30 minutes. Until the surface is even, dull, an dry to the touch.
MIDCOAT , CUSTOM COLORS , OR METALLIC/ PEARL OEM
This is for coverage over required groundcoats , not "ghost effect"
1 - Apply medium coats over the required groundcoat for your color.
2 - Flash 5–15 minutes between coats or until tack-free.
3 - Apply additional coats until the desired color depth is achieved. Most custom and oem colors require 2-4 medium coats - check color description or compare to existing oem panels
4 - Apply 1 light "control" coat to make sure all of the pearl or metallic is even and not splotchy or "tiger striped"
5 - Wait 30 mins or 15 mins after the surface is completely dull and dry to the touch before moving on to topcoat step.
EFFECT PEARL / COLORSHIFT COAT
This is for effect over light groundcoats (not for coverage)
1 - Apply one light effect coat at approximately 25 percent coverage.
2 - Allow 5-15mins for the coat to flash before adding another light coat (if you want to add more effect)
Repeat as many times to your preference of effect and coverage.
3 - Wait 30 mins or 15 mins after the surface is completely dull and dry to the touch before moving on to topcoat step.
STEP 11 – CLEANUP & STORAGE
CAP CLEARING
1 - Turn the can upside down after spraying.
2 - Spray until only clear propellant comes out.
3 - This clears paint from the valve and prevents clogging.
NOZZLE CARE
1 - Remove the spray nozzle after use.
2 - Wipe clean with solvent.
3 - Do not soak the nozzle in solvent.
STORAGE
1 - Store cans upright in a cool, dry place.
2 - Keep away from direct sunlight.
3 - Avoid freezing conditions.
4 - Do not store above 120°F (49°C).
QUICK TROUBLESHOOTING
1 - Dry or rough texture means the can is too far away or moving too fast.
2 - Runs or sags mean the can is too close or moving too slowly.
3 - Continue to shake and agitate the can between coats- Repeat step 6
4 - If ever unsure the color is 100% covered (and you are going for coverage) - one extra coat is always a good idea.
Frequent Questions
Do I Need Sealer Or Groundcoat?
YES! All of our basecoat spray cans require a specific colored groundcoat for proper hue and coverage. Sealer is HIGHLY recommended for adhesion, surfacing, and is many times REQUIRED based on the basecoat color or projects condition.
Do I Need Clearcoat?
YES! All of our basecoat spray cans REQUIRE 2k clearcoat sprayed on top of them. This not only gives the final finish (gloss or matte) but also provides durability and UV resistance.
What sandpaper grit can I spray this over?
If you are not spraying it over our epoxy sealer you will need to sand with either 600 grit or a gray scuff pad.
Can I use this to paint chrome?
Yes but it will require more prep - On chrome you will want to sand it with 180 grit , clean, spray adhesion promoter, then epoxy high build primer. Then sand the epoxy primer with 320, seal, then paint.
Can you paint your calipers with this paint?
Yes - our paints work great on calipers, engine blocks, and valve covers!
How to keep the spray can after using some and will use the rest in the next couple of days/weeks? Will it still be in good to use?
Yes. Before putting on shelf, turn upside down and spray to clear the nozzle.
Do I Need High Build Primer?
If you are painting over bodywork, uneven surfaces, failed clearcoat, or anything not in perfect condition : YES! High build will cover and help even out the surface and provide you "filling" that can be block sanded smooth before sealer and paint.
So many people love it. The color flop is so crazy. I've got a little shop. Im opening up in a few weeks would love to represent your product at my shop
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, David. Wow, that looks amazing! The Phantom Red really suits the motorcycle. Great job on the finish! Congratulations on opening your shop. We truly appreciate your interest in representing our products. We’d love for you to join our B2B program. You can find more details here: https://tssprofessionals.com/pages/b2b-sign-up 🤝
Great product! Sprays excellent and the packing when shipped was done well.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Jon! We are glad to hear you're so pleased with your Phantom Red Paint Basecoat! It’s wonderful to know that both the product's performance and our careful shipping met your expectations. Your project looks amazing!
Absolutely love the Phantom Red color! I've painted a few cars using Alpha paint from TSS and each one has come out great. The color matching for OEM colors is also near perfect and way better than any local paint shop I've seen. The only things I don't like about TSS is the cheat sheet that you get with the paint kits will not get you the best results (I'm mainly referring to the spray distance and PSI specifications on the sheet). Also when building a paint kit, the website will charge you for 3-4 times the amount of paint you need for a job. This isn't a big concern because I know how much paint I need most of the time but it does take time to adjust the sizes and quantities for what it takes to paint just one car. However, the paint is still incredible quality for the price and I have become a loyal customer to it. I would recomend it to anyone looking to paint!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, William! The Phantom Red looks absolutely stunning, and we're honored to be part of your projects. We truly appreciate your feedback and your continued support!
My rig, using mostly Spray Source products to restore it. It’s only 90% complete at this point as I’m waiting on some vinyl lettering and some hardware to complete the project but the paint work is done and it looks better than it did brand new before they began customizing it.
Store owner replied:
Thanks so much for the amazing feedback, Todd! That looks amazing—thank you for sharing the video! We’re thrilled to see the results using Phantom Red, and it’s incredible to hear that the finish turned out even better than when the rig was brand new. It’s already looking impressive, and we can’t wait to see the final touches once the vinyl lettering and hardware are completed. We really appreciate you choosing Spray Source for your build and sharing the progress with us! 🙌
Definitely love the samples.. the curves of the samples in the sun helps you see how things will look on vehicles..
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Paul. So glad you’re loving the samples! You’re absolutely right—the curves really show how Phantom Red shifts and pops in the light. We truly appreciate your support! 🤝
Great product and easy to spray! Turned out exactly how i wanted it to!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Matt! We’re glad you had a great experience and found the product easy to spray. We appreciate your support and are happy we could deliver both quality and value. Great work! 🙌🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Allen! That came out great! The Phantom Red Basecoat looks amazing on your build — the color really pops in the sunlight. We’re glad to hear you found it affordable as well. Thanks for sharing the photo with us, and enjoy the new look! We appreciate your support. 🤝
Great company. Tommy and the crew are amazing, helpful. There to answer questions helped me get a sample of the phantom and the Killshot. Which should be arriving soon.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Matt! We’re glad the owner and the team could help answer your questions and get samples of the Phantom and Killshot headed your way. We can’t wait for you to see them! We appreciate your support. 🤝
The dark color is over a black base and the red is over a light gold base. Both really pop in sun!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Mike! Those turned out great! Applying the color over a light gold base really makes it pop in the sun. For our standard recommendation, we suggest spraying Phantom Red over a black base to achieve its intended depth and richness, but it’s always great to see creative variations like this. Great work! 🙌🙌🙌
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your feedback, James! We’re glad to hear you’re happy with the Phantom Red basecoat! It’s great to know the color, coverage, and flow met your expectations. Amazing work! 🙌🙌🙌
This paint is beautiful. I painted this frame with the spray cans. It turned out amazing
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback and for sharing your results, Todd! The frame looks incredible! We’re glad to hear that you’re happy with how the Phantom Red turned out, especially using spray cans. The finish looks deep and vibrant. Awesome work! 🙌🙌🙌
Great choice cant wait to do my truck now with another
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Ezekiel! That looks amazing! We’re glad you love the color. We can’t wait to see how your truck turns out next! 🤝🙌
Just read the instructions and spray it’s that easy. I am already buying more product to start the next project.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the great feedback, Randal! Your motorcycle project looks fantastic! Phantom Red really stands out. We’re glad the process was easy and that you’re already gearing up for your next project. Thanks for sharing your results and for your continued support! 🙌🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for the update and for keeping us in the loop, Stephen! We're really looking forward to seeing the finished result. We're glad you went with Phantom Red for your project and your progress so far looks fantastic. Can’t wait to see how it all comes together. Please keep us posted! 🤝🙌
Incredible color very easy to use. No easier way to do small batch 3 stage parts.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, James! We're glad to hear that the Phantom Red Spray Can delivered both incredible color and ease of use. It’s awesome to know it made your small batch 3-stage parts so straightforward. We're glad to be part of your project! 🤝
Love this paint was easy to spray and love color change in such a small angle change,I'm sure to be using it again
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the great feedback, Darin! We love the shots you shared and it turned out awesome! Excited to see what you’ll create with it next. 🤝🙌
The Phantom Red performed exactly as expected. Super deep red. I get loads of compliments… it’s stunning.
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Store owner replied:
Thank you for the amazing feedback and for sharing photos of your project, Nathan! We’re glad to hear the Phantom Red gave you that deep, stunning finish and that it’s been getting so many compliments. It was a perfect choice for your build. We’ll be sure to tag you when we feature your project on our page. Thanks again for trusting us with your paint! 🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedack, Michael! We’re glad to hear you’re enjoying the Phantom Red Basecoat. Your project is looking fantastic and we’re excited to see how it all comes together! 🤝
Sprayed really nice and even, 4 coats minimum is a good recommendation. Love how it looks black out of of direct light, then the sun takes over and it come alive.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the great feedback, Kim! We’re happy to hear your experience with the Phantom Red went so well! The way you described it, deep and sleek in the shade, then coming alive in the sun is exactly the magic of that color. Four coats really do bring out the best in it, and your bike project turned out fantastic in the photos you shared. 🔥🙌
Beautiful color, this would look good on most anything!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Lester! It’s one of those colors that turns heads no matter what it’s on. We’d be excited to see it on your project someday! 🤝
Amazing red to black flop. Exactly what I was looking for!
This paint is UNREAL!!! The true color shifting and candy effect with the straight forward spraying of a base coat makes it a no brainer and I literally can’t stop staring at it!! It literally shifts to probably 10 different colors depending on angle and lighting. It is 1000 times better than I imagined and seriously one of the coolest colors I’ve ever seen!
Store owner replied:
Wow—thank you so much for the incredible feedback, Lucas! We’re beyond excited that the color exceeded your expectations, and those photos you shared are absolutely stunning. You really brought it to life! Thanks again for the support! 🤝
Close enough color to repaint my HD that I painted in 1988. Base coat will make it a lot easier to paint compared to pearl coats and candy toners.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback and for sharing the comparison photo, Bill! We’re glad to hear Phantom Red is a close match to your original 1988 HD paint. We’re excited to see how the project turns out—please keep us posted! 🤝
Love this color highly recommended if you love the color red
Store owner replied:
Thanks so much! Totally agree—if you’re into red, this one’s a must-have!
Sample showed up on a timely manner and has a free return label so I can ship it back and get a little in store credit for it! Great looking color! Will be ordering this in a kit to spray my 87 short bed Chevy!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Darren! We’re glad you liked the Phantom Red, even if it ended up being a little darker than what you were looking for. Lighting can play a huge role in how a color appears, so we’re happy you had the chance to see the color in person before committing to it. We hope it helps you find the perfect shade for your project!
We all love the collor and can't wait to see it on my 99 cobra.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Brian! It's wonderful to hear that you love the color of the Phantom Red Painted Sample! We're just as excited as you are to imagine it on your 99 Cobra. We're glad that this sample is sparking such excitement for your build. Thanks again for your kind words and we truly hope you'll share pictures of your finished Cobra with us soon!
Thank you all so much for all the amazing products and customer support and service.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for the kind words and support, Matt! We truly appreciate it. It means a lot to our team to hear that you’ve had a great experience with both our products and customer service. We appreciate your support! 🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Malcolm! We're glad to hear that the application of our spray can was easy. We appreciate your support! 🤝
The paint looks amazing, only problem I had was my own prep work, and my stencils did not quite hold the paint, but those are on my end.
Only complaint? Shipping takes forever but thats not on the company.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your feedback, Benjamin! We’re happy to know the Void Black Paint Basecoat met your expectations in terms of quality. We also hear you on the shipping time and we’re continuously working with our partners to improve delivery speeds wherever possible. Thanks again for your support! 🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Brad! We're glad to hear you love the Phantom Red painted sample. We're very much excited for your build to come together! 🤝
Trial and error but I found pretty darn close to the sample that came.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Brian! It’s great to know you were able to get very close to the Phantom Red sample. Trial and error can be part of the process, and we’re glad it worked out well for you. We appreciate your support! 🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for feedback, Jeff! We're glad to hear the painted samples were so helpful and that you enjoyed them. We're excited for your build to come together! Thank you for supporting TSS. 🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Tony! We’re glad to hear that you love the Phantom Red painted sample, and we’re excited to see your build come together. We appreciate your support! 🤝
I like it but am waiting for 3 more samples to check from you
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Terry! We're glad to hear you love the Phantom Red painted sample. We're still processing your recent order and rest assured, once it's on its way, we'll send a tracking number via email. We appreciate your support! 🤝
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the feedback, Timothy! We’re happy to hear you like the Phantom Red also! We can’t wait to see your build take shape with this custom color. Thanks for supporting TSS! 🤝
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