{"product_id":"plymouth-strawberry-p-m-qre-oematch-automotive-spraycan","title":"PLYMOUTH STRAWBERRY P. M. QRE | OEMatch Automotive Spraycan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description-block\"\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"tss-product-description-main-title\"\u003ePLYMOUTH – OEMatch Automotive Spray Paint in STRAWBERRY P. M. (QRE)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis OEMatching Automotive Basecoat Spray Can is precisely matched to  \u003cstrong\u003ePLYMOUTH STRAWBERRY P. M. (QRE)\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to deliver factory-accurate color performance for both professional painters and DIY users. With our proprietary adjustable nozzle on the spray can, you are able to achieve professional spray gun level finishes without the need for the professional spray set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paint color is designed as a \u003cb\u003eTri stage\u003c\/b\u003e system, which means it REQUIRES \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/apu100-undercoat-spraycan\"\u003eAPU100\u003c\/a\u003e as the undercoat for accurate color match and effect. Make sure to purchase the undercoat along with the \u003cb\u003eQRE\u003c\/b\u003e oem paint. This is an advanced level paint color and is much more difficult to spray and match. All of our OEMatch Basecoats require a \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/epoxy-primer-sealer-spray-can\"\u003eGray Sealer\u003c\/a\u003e as the ground coat and then needs to be topped with one of our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/2k-aerosol-ac4521-clearcoat\"\u003e2k Clearcoat\u003c\/a\u003e for the gloss and protection. This Alpha Automotive Basecoat offers smooth application, consistent coverage, and a true OEM finish. Perfect for spot repairs, panel resprays, or full restorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"tss-product-description-part-title\"\u003eColor details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n                \u003cul\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake: \u003c\/strong\u003e PLYMOUTH\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e STRAWBERRY P. M.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Code: \u003c\/strong\u003e QRE\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStage System: \u003c\/strong\u003e Tri-Stage \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired undercoat: \u003c\/strong\u003e \r\n                            \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/apu100-undercoat-spraycan\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAPU100\u003c\/a\u003e\r\n                        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"tss-product-description-part-title\"\u003eHow to build a paint kit:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n            \u003cul\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003eOn the website we have a paint kit builder that allows you to choose what you are painting and we create a complete cart to make sure you get all of the paint components needed for your project!\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003eBuild Your Own Paint kit and choose just the items and quantities you need for your project.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003eAll OEMatch Spray Paints require our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/epoxy-primer-sealer-spray-can\"\u003e1k Epoxy Primer\u003c\/a\u003e as a ground coat and our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/2k-aerosol-ac4521-clearcoat\"\u003e2k Clearcoat\u003c\/a\u003e Spray Can as the topcoat! Please make sure you at least get those for your project\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description-block\"\u003e    \r\n                \u003ch2 class=\"tss-product-description-part-title\"\u003eTri-stage paint application:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n                \u003col\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eDecide the panels that need to be painted \/ blended into. With OEM paint, you want to blend into surrounding panels to guarantee a good match and final result.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eClean all panels you plan to paint with wax \u0026amp; grease remover or isopropyl alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eComplete any bodywork and high build priming as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eSand the panels with 600 grit or a gray scuff pad to make sure there is no shiny areas\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eReclean the panels with wax \u0026amp; grease remover or isopropyl alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003e\r\n                        If complete panel replacement: Seal the replacement panel completely and blend into the surrounding panels as needed with our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/epoxy-primer-sealer-spray-can\"\u003e 1k Epoxy Primer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n                        If spot repair on an OEM painted panel: Spot seal the repair area with our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/epoxy-primer-sealer-spray-can\"\u003e 1k Epoxy Primer\u003c\/a\u003e, blending into the panel to have a slow transition of sealer into the sanded factory paint.\r\n                        \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllow the sealer to air dry for 1hour (after dry to touch) before moving on.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\r\n                    \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eSpray 2-3 coats of the Required Undercoat, blending into the surrounding panels or the OEM sanded finish if doing a spot repair. You are ready to spray the next undercoat layer when the finish is “matte” and dry to the touch. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can check masking with a gloved finger to confirm its dry\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eSpray 2-4 coats of OEMatch Basecoat over the undercoat, blending into the surrounding panels or the OEM sanded finish if doing a spot repair. You are looking for full coverage and effect. You are ready to spray the next basecoat layer when the finish is “matte” and dry to the touch. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can check masking with a gloved finger to confirm its dry\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eOnce you have full paint coverage and are happy with your blends, wait 1 hour and move on to the next step: Clearcoat!\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003e\r\n                        Follow the activation instructions on the \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/2k-aerosol-ac4521-clearcoat\"\u003e Alpha 2k Clearcoat Spray Can\u003c\/a\u003e and then spray 2-3 medium wet coats on the complete panels with the adjustable nozzle at full width. This will encapsulate the blended paint and give the entire panel fresh clearcoat that has deep gloss and protection.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n                        \u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recoat clearcoat when the previous coat is “fingerprinty” - you can check this by touching surrounding masking. Usually about 10 mins\r\n                    \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                    \u003cli\u003eLet dry for at least 8 hours - then unmask \/ assemble!\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                \u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n                \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tss-product-description-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"tss-product-description-part-title\"\u003eWhat is blending?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlending\u003c\/strong\u003e (also called \"feathering out\" or \"melting in\") means you gradually taper your new basecoat outward so that the metallic orientation, pearl load, and color tone flow naturally into the existing OEM finish. Instead of stopping the color at a hard tape line, you create a smooth visual transition.\r\n            The clearcoat then covers the entire panel (or the blend area + full panel), locking everything in and making the repair seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alpha Automotive Paint","offers":[{"title":"Single Spray Can","offer_id":42848492552310,"sku":"ALPH-PLY-SIN-489564","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1686\/7941\/files\/plymouth-strawberry-p-m-qre-oematch-automotive-spraycan.jpg?v=1773425852","url":"https:\/\/thespraysource.com\/products\/plymouth-strawberry-p-m-qre-oematch-automotive-spraycan","provider":"The Spray Source","version":"1.0","type":"link"}