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CHOOSING PAINT COLOR

Perhaps the most challenging decision in building a hot rod is choosing a color for the final paint. When you are married or have a significant other helping to make the decision, this subject can lead to interesting discussions. However, even when the decision is yours alone to make, it can be a difficult decision. Sure, you say that you know that you want red. Okay, which red? Candy apple, fire engine, oxblood, maroon, or burgundy?

This is not intended to sway you toward any one color but to provide you with some food for thought

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