As we make room for our new paint booth to come in, we need to part with our current system. We are selling our Ameri-Cure Paint Booth with AMU and Climate Control.
Here is a link to the listing on craiglist:
http://mcallen.en.craigslist.org/tls/3579876984.html
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Collision Specialists had the opportunity to paint a bike glow in the dark. We did some research and used Glow Inc glow in the dark powder. We got the 4oz of 15-35m Ultra Green powder. It is supposed to be the brightest glow in the dark EVER!
Before paint!
This is the bike we used to paint. We did not strip all of the paint off of this aluminum frame. The existing paint will help keep the bond with the aluminum. If you were to strip ALL of the paint off, you would have to use an acid etching primer on the entire frame, which is an additional step that is unnecessary if it can be avoided. We sanded down the paint to bring up some texture and sanded cuts and scratches down to the aluminum. Anywhere the aluminum showed we spot sprayed an acid etching primer. Then, we took steel wool pads and scratched up the frame really good. It is important to make sure every single inch is scuffed. To miss a spot means that you risk a bubble or flake to develop there in the future. You want the primer to really stick into the grooves of your “scuff”. After the frame was nice and smooth we hung it in the booth (above) to be primed and painted. We primed it and then painted with an ultra white. The advice we got was to use a white frame below the glow.
Because the pigment of the glow will NOT dye your paint, DO NOT add it to paint with pigment. We added the powder to a CLEAR base, a little flex additive and sprayed it on that way. We painted the frame, fork and wheels. (Note, wheels are not really a good idea and would be best to concentrate all of the powder on the frame.).
This was what the frame looked like after the glow was sprayed and we turned off the lights. We used a shop lamp to charge it for a few minutes and the frame lit up the entire booth! It was pretty awesome. We then did a clear coat WITH the UV protectant. The first coat didn’t inhibit the glow strength, but the second did. Not to the point that it doesn’t glow, but it did take away a good 20% of the glow it had before the clear. We are going to try another bike frame, this time over fluorescent pigment, and NO UV clear and see how it works. We plan on doing some step by step instructionals on prepping bike frames for paint.
We do paint bike frames any color available. Visit our Facebook to inquire about frame painting. Professionally finished and baked in a paint oven, looks like glass!
As for Glow Inc Glow in the dark powder, the stuff is really what they say it is. BRIGHT. But you do have to keep in mind the science behind the glow. It is brightest once it leaves it light source and will deteriorate from then on. It then continues to emit light, but less bright, for hours. It is important to note that it has to be nearly pitch black to really see the powder of the glow. It does not really show up in ambient light. If you are riding in pitch black at night, you can see it, but if you are riding streets with lights, you AREN’T going to see it. It is the nature of the paint!
For more information on the services we offer, like our Nationwide Lifetime Warranty, please take a minute to visit our website: www.mcallencollisionspecialists.com
Walking into a auto parts store and selecting car care products can be overwhelming with the vast amount of car care products available. There was a time where selecting a car wax product was easy when comparing a couple of products. Now there is paste wax, liquid wax, and spray wax. There are countless manufacturers all trying to market the same product under a different label. So how do we choose that wax that gives our vehicle the warm vibrant three dimensional look?
The first step by far is to clean the vehicle and leave the paint immaculate and free of dirt/dust particles. It is for this reason that car care is recommended to be performed in a clean environment and in the shade. After the car is completely clean and dry we are ready to top it off with a coat of wax.
The three types of car wax available on the market are paste, liquid, and spray wax. All three have pros and cons. Paste wax is the pioneer of car waxes. Paste wax commonly made from all natural carnauba wax. Carnauba wax comes from the Brazilian native plant Copernicia prunifera. Paste wax has a thicker consistency and will require some elbow grease to apply. Carnauba paste wax give depth and richness to your car. Paste waxes need to be reapplied every couple of months and not to mention it smells good!
Liquid car waxes are usually synthetic. Advancement in technologies has enabled the production of a synthetic wax derived from synthetic polymers. Liquid wax will give a sleek glassy and high gloss look. It does not produce the warm and depth that carnauba paste wax produce. Liquid wax can be more difficult to apply an even coat on the paint. The highlight of liquid car waxes is the durability. It will last a lot longer than paste wax. Liquid car waxes are perfect for the busy car owners who treasure their ride.
Spray car waxes are usually produced from synthetic nano technology. Spray wax is usually is broken down into nano particles making it very thin and easy to apply. This type of wax will almost fill in any minute clear coat damage on its own. Easy to spray on and buff out. This method will require less application time and less elbow grease. The drawback, well, it doesn’t last very long. Spray waxes will require reapplication every month.
The best method to get that show car status is to use a combination of synthetic and natural wax. Most car show enthusiasts will apply a liquid wax, let it dry for 12-24 hours, followed by a coat of paste wax. This gives that glass wet look from the liquid wax and the richness and depth of paste wax.
Bring your vehicle in to McAllen Collision Specialists where their qualified car care experts will bring the best out of your cars exterior. Who would know better about taking care of your cars paint than the people who refinish auto bodies? McAllen Collision Specialists provides auto body refinishing and car detailing service.
Any customer is welcome to take a tour of our shop, ask questions about our process, and become familiar with what the repair process actually is. Learn about the equipment and what technology it brings to the shop and what that means for your vehicle. Doing some research on collision repair, working with your insurance and protecting your vehicle is very important! 
A quality spray-on truck bedliner is a must have for all Texas truck owners. spray-on bedliners protect the inner side of the truck bed from damage and corrosion. spray-on truck bedliners are usually ¼ inch thick and are tough as nails. Spray on bedliners are usually made up of polyurethane and polyurea. bedliner are easy to apply and offer premium protection performance for truck beds. Top spray on bedliner manufacturers include LINE-X and Rhino Linings.
Now truck owners can get more use out of truck beds once they are protected. It is now possible to throw in shop tools, outdoor tools, brick, metals, and other heavy equipment that would normally damage a truck bed. Spray on bedliners from Collision Specialists in McAllen, TX will protect and increase any truck’s value.
Color options for spray-on bedliner are sometimes available. Dirty truck beds with a spray on bedliner only require a quick wash with soap and water to restore the bedliner’s natural beauty. Spray-on protective coatings are not limited to truck beds. This same multipurpose protective spray-on can be applied to auto bodies as well. Protect your adventure vehicle body with a spray on bedliner and have a tough rugged scratch free auto body. The spray-on can be applied to grill guards, bumpers, chassis, fender flares and just about any other automotive accesories.
They are tough as can be and live up to the working man’s expectations. The spray on protective coating bonds to its surface and creates a water tight seal. This protects the underlying surface from water damage, corrosion and rust. Spray-on truck bedliners are much more beautiful than drop in style bedliners. The textures can be rough for a non skid surface or smooth for easy cleaning.
Bring in your vehicle and ideas to McAllen Collision Specialists and we will help you get the most out of spray-on bedliners and truck beds. Certified auto body technicians will go over the available options. Professional and experienced applicators are ready to take your truck to the next level. Its no wonder that the best spray on bedliners in the Rio Grande Valley are at Collision Specialists in McAllen, TX. And remember estimates are always FREE!
Glass ETC of the Rio Grande Valley provides the best auto, residential and commercial glass services in south Texas. Glass ETC is a dealer for Carlite, Mopar, PPG, LYNX, Pilkington, and other glass manufacturers. All jobs at Glass ETC have warranty. Glass ETC accepts insurance claims and free estimates are completed by certified technicians.
Glass ETC can dispatch their trucks to your location. Glass ETC is ready for repairs at any time. Glass ETC has 6 locations valley wide ready for any glass repair needs. Call or visit our friends at one of the following locations.
Brownsville
Mobile UNIT
956-550-9292
Harlingen
522 Sunshine Strip
Harlingen, TX
956-440-1880
McAllen
2617 South 23rd St.
McAllen, TX 78501
956-630-5161
McAllen
2309 Nolana
McAllen, TX 78504
956-618-2700
Rio Grande City
1103 East Highway 83
Rio Grande City, TX
956-488-0742
Weslaco
272 East Business 83
Weslaco, TX
956-973-5096
Be sure to visit http://www.GlassETC.com and like the Glass ETC facebook page for special coupon offers and promotions. McAllen Collision Specialists recommends Glass ETC.
Car dents are extremely common and should be repaired as soon as possible to keep your car looking clean and to prevent further damage. Paintless dent repair is quick and simple, and as with all work at McAllen Collision Specialists, it is backed up with a lifetime nationwide warranty for as long as you own the vehicle. Steel and aluminum panels can be repaired by this method. Paintless dent removal at McAllen Collision Specialists is a cost effective method of repairing small dings and dents on any vehicle.
Car dents are commonly caused by hail damage, door dings, minor body creases, and minor bumper indentations. The same technique is also used to prepare a surface for paint refinishing. Limiting factors such as paint flexibility can be overcome by heating the surface prior to dent removal.
Paintless dent removal is more of an art than specific technique. It takes years to master such skills. Inexperienced technicians may do more damage to a dent if the correct knowledge and skills are not yet acquired. Bring your vehicle in to one of our professional refinishers who will do anything in his power to perform a paintless dent removal.
A benefit of paintless dent removal is that it removes dents without paint work. It is an easy way to fix dents and dings on your vehicle. Only $75 per panel at McAllen Collision Specialists. Be sure to bring in your vehicle for a free estimate!
Standox is one of Europe’s leading automotive refinishing paint product. Standox is made in Germany and used in at least 80 countries. Collision Specialists McAllen uses Standox to deliver the best automotive paint refinishing results. Standox is environmentally friendly and approved by all major automotive manufacturers. Precise color matching is accomplished through a state of the art 3 step process.
Standox car paint has attained more than 40 approvals meaning Standox products have met the quality specifications of OEM carmakers. Leading international carmakers BMW, Mercedes Benz, Maserati, Jaguar, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, and Subaru are among the automotive companies which approve the use of Standox car paint products.
Standox brand gives paint professional refinishers assurance of perfect results every time. Be sure to explore the color and finishing options available through Standox and Standoblue at Collision Specialists McAllen.
Many Honda owners look for a Honda dealership to take their vehicles to when they need repairs from a collision. Though, many times, dealerships can be overcrowded and service lacking. Collision Specialists McAllen are Honda Certified and can provide the back to pre-loss conditions every car owner hopes for. Finding a collision center in McAllen or any of the surrounding areas can be tricky. You have to make sure and ask every auto body shop about their warranty and guarantees on work. If they can’t offer a Lifetime Nationwide Warranty, then it would be best to keep on searching.
Collision Specialists McAllen is apart of the Auto Body Alliance program, so we are able to offer a complete network of qualified body shops around the nation should a problem occur wherever you may be.
So when searching for the right auto body shop or collision center in McAllen, be sure an do your research and stop by Collision Specialists McAllen for an estimate and get the right info on the repair process!
Collision Specialists are just that...specialists in the industry of auto repair in the event of a collision. We've been in the auto body business for over 29 years and specialize in providing our customers with the best of service and the highest quality of repairs!
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