Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 07, 2009, 12:55:40 PM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 07, 2009, 12:55:40 PM
It seems to me there was a thread on this subject before but I can't find it. There was a picture of a red and black Tbird that I thought was nice. I'd like to see it again. I'm looking for paint ideas for my 86.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 07, 2009, 12:59:59 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 07, 2009, 12:59:59 PM
mine is red and black, not sure if this is what ur looking for?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/IMG_0135.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/IMG_0135.jpg)
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 07, 2009, 01:56:01 PM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 07, 2009, 01:56:01 PM
Can't see it. This stupid government computer doesn't show photobucket.
On the picture I've attached the car was red from that body line up and black from that body line down.
On the picture I've attached the car was red from that body line up and black from that body line down.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 07, 2009, 02:26:50 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 07, 2009, 02:26:50 PM
(http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/8431/img0135pr.th.jpg) (http://img24.imageshack.us/i/img0135pr.jpg/)
this anybetter?
this anybetter?
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: daboss351 on December 07, 2009, 02:29:32 PM
Post by: daboss351 on December 07, 2009, 02:29:32 PM
hes looking for a black bottom, red top
but your bird is beautiful!
but your bird is beautiful!
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 07, 2009, 02:40:06 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 07, 2009, 02:40:06 PM
wow, i gotta learn how to read, lol
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: daboss351 on December 07, 2009, 02:43:09 PM
Post by: daboss351 on December 07, 2009, 02:43:09 PM
still I think i like the red bottom better then I would red top
idk both colors are just so shagy on these cars.
idk both colors are just so shagy on these cars.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 07, 2009, 03:44:00 PM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 07, 2009, 03:44:00 PM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301554
(http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/8431/img0135pr.th.jpg) (http://img24.imageshack.us/i/img0135pr.jpg/)
this anybetter?
Yup. That's the ticket. I was thinking of the reverse scheme but that is very nice.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: Chooglin on December 07, 2009, 03:54:43 PM
Post by: Chooglin on December 07, 2009, 03:54:43 PM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301537
mine is red and black, not sure if this is what ur looking for?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/IMG_0135.jpg)
this car is very shagy :D.....................me likes.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: shame302 on December 07, 2009, 10:37:39 PM
Post by: shame302 on December 07, 2009, 10:37:39 PM
yeah, that thing is charp.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: Watchdevil on December 07, 2009, 11:30:47 PM
Post by: Watchdevil on December 07, 2009, 11:30:47 PM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301537
mine is red and black, not sure if this is what ur looking for?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/IMG_0135.jpg)
Nice bird!
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 08, 2009, 04:11:13 PM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 08, 2009, 04:11:13 PM
There are so many great looking Birds and Cougars on this site. It's very tempting to simply copy one of the greats.
I'm quite taken by 84TBirdTurbo42's red and black and Vinnies green Birds. I've had to put 84TBirdTurbo42's on my computer desk top to inspire me to go forward. I'm going to leave the side trim on and do the sides in black and red on top.
I really can't wait to get started. But first the mundane stuff must be done. Valve cover gaskets, a/c high pressure hose. New heater core and the ever leaking oil pressure switch replacement. Oh and I almost forgot the very dead Ford factory stereo, it makes awful noise and does not play music, lots of hissing, it must go.
Not to mention the scrubbing of the interior, replace the visors and headliner. Then the painting can begin. I may even keep but refinish the poly wheels. The trim rings on mine are near perfect. There's lots to get done this winter so when warmer weather comes the painting can start.
I'm quite taken by 84TBirdTurbo42's red and black and Vinnies green Birds. I've had to put 84TBirdTurbo42's on my computer desk top to inspire me to go forward. I'm going to leave the side trim on and do the sides in black and red on top.
I really can't wait to get started. But first the mundane stuff must be done. Valve cover gaskets, a/c high pressure hose. New heater core and the ever leaking oil pressure switch replacement. Oh and I almost forgot the very dead Ford factory stereo, it makes awful noise and does not play music, lots of hissing, it must go.
Not to mention the scrubbing of the interior, replace the visors and headliner. Then the painting can begin. I may even keep but refinish the poly wheels. The trim rings on mine are near perfect. There's lots to get done this winter so when warmer weather comes the painting can start.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: TC83BIRD on December 08, 2009, 04:28:10 PM
Post by: TC83BIRD on December 08, 2009, 04:28:10 PM
thats really sharp looking
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 08, 2009, 07:09:58 PM
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 08, 2009, 07:09:58 PM
Yes that paint is hot 84 i got to see it in person today and ooooooooooo lawd........Now we are just trying to match it with powder coat for the ARE mesh wheels.
So ya car will have a brother........lol but all 1 color.
So ya car will have a brother........lol but all 1 color.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 08, 2009, 08:45:38 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 08, 2009, 08:45:38 PM
lol thanks guys, i wasnt expecting this much rave over it, theres alot more detail in the paint too. the gold stripe has a silver and red pin stripe. you guys have really flattered me. honestly, this shows u can do this on the cheap too, i have about 750 into paint and materials. my uncle painted it for me and showed me how to do body work. and while the car isnt perfect, i wouldnt want it to be. I dont need a trailer queen. As for the side molding, mine was so badly warped and peeling i just got rid of it.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0402.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0402.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0400.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0400.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0402.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0402.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0400.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0400.jpg)
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 09, 2009, 09:47:28 AM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 09, 2009, 09:47:28 AM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301783
lol thanks guys, i wasnt expecting this much rave over it, theres alot more detail in the paint too. the gold stripe has a silver and red pin stripe. you guys have really flattered me. honestly, this shows u can do this on the cheap too, i have about 750 into paint and materials. my uncle painted it for me and showed me how to do body work. and while the car isnt perfect, i wouldnt want it to be. I dont need a trailer queen. As for the side molding, mine was so badly warped and peeling i just got rid of it.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0402.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0402.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0400.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0400.jpg)
I goes to show that you don't need the big bucks to do a nice job. Pictures do hide sins but as you said it's not a trailer queen.
I can't help that I like it.:D
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: Watchdevil on December 09, 2009, 09:54:02 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on December 09, 2009, 09:54:02 AM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301783
lol thanks guys, i wasnt expecting this much rave over it, theres alot more detail in the paint too. the gold stripe has a silver and red pin stripe. you guys have really flattered me. honestly, this shows u can do this on the cheap too, i have about 750 into paint and materials. my uncle painted it for me and showed me how to do body work. and while the car isnt perfect, i wouldnt want it to be. I dont need a trailer queen. As for the side molding, mine was so badly warped and peeling i just got rid of it.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0402.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0402.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/th_CIMG0400.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/?action=view¤t=CIMG0400.jpg)
Very nice the way the two tone treatment was executed above the headlamps! It could have been the usual straight line but this looks so much better!
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: Watchdevil on December 09, 2009, 09:55:36 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on December 09, 2009, 09:55:36 AM
Quote from: tbirdsps;301736
There are so many great looking Birds and Cougars on this site. It's very tempting to simply copy one of the greats.
I'm quite taken by 84TBirdTurbo42's red and black and Vinnies green Birds. I've had to put 84TBirdTurbo42's on my computer desk top to inspire me to go forward. I'm going to leave the side trim on and do the sides in black and red on top.
I really can't wait to get started. But first the mundane stuff must be done. Valve cover gaskets, a/c high pressure hose. New heater core and the ever leaking oil pressure switch replacement. Oh and I almost forgot the very dead Ford factory stereo, it makes awful noise and does not play music, lots of hissing, it must go.
Not to mention the scrubbing of the interior, replace the visors and headliner. Then the painting can begin. I may even keep but refinish the poly wheels. The trim rings on mine are near perfect. There's lots to get done this winter so when warmer weather comes the painting can start.
I hear ya! I having the same experience while restoring mine... A day at a time... a dollar at a time!
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 12:37:33 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 12:37:33 PM
ya my uncle came up with headlight design, i was sold when we laid out the tape.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: FLSTCI71 on December 09, 2009, 02:00:36 PM
Post by: FLSTCI71 on December 09, 2009, 02:00:36 PM
84TBirdTurbo42, if the pic in your avatar is the "before", then shake your uncle's hand for me. Nothing against the avatar, but WOW. Sharp, you should be very proud of that one!!
tbirdsps, look closely at this car before you invert the colors. I think if you put the black on the bottom and red on the top, it's not going to look right at all. The black will "hide" the body and the red will make the top look like it's floating in space. I don't think it will be a good look. Maybe someone on here has already done it though and can prove me wrong? In the meantime, see how the black on the top seems to make the bird look low and mean? Anyway, keep looking at color combinations and go with the one you like best.
tbirdsps, look closely at this car before you invert the colors. I think if you put the black on the bottom and red on the top, it's not going to look right at all. The black will "hide" the body and the red will make the top look like it's floating in space. I don't think it will be a good look. Maybe someone on here has already done it though and can prove me wrong? In the meantime, see how the black on the top seems to make the bird look low and mean? Anyway, keep looking at color combinations and go with the one you like best.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 09, 2009, 03:11:35 PM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 09, 2009, 03:11:35 PM
Quote from: FLSTCI71;301856
84TBirdTurbo42, if the pic in your avatar is the "before", then shake your uncle's hand for me. Nothing against the avatar, but WOW. Sharp, you should be very proud of that one!!
tbirdsps, look closely at this car before you invert the colors. I think if you put the black on the bottom and red on the top, it's not going to look right at all. The black will "hide" the body and the red will make the top look like it's floating in space. I don't think it will be a good look. Maybe someone on here has already done it though and can prove me wrong? In the meantime, see how the black on the top seems to make the bird look low and mean? Anyway, keep looking at color combinations and go with the one you like best.
I never thought of that. Photoshop anyone???? It's hard to picture in my mind but it sounds reasonable. Paint's a few months off so I have time to ponder. I'd feel like a copy cat but the red I'll use is more of a fire engine red so it won't be exactly the same.:D
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 08:04:26 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 08:04:26 PM
flstci, thats my old race car haha heres some befores.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/100_1432.jpg)
the day i picked it up.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/100_1446.jpg)
3 years, $5000 dollars INCLUDING the car, and at 19 years old, i think i got a pretty sweet car
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/100_1432.jpg)
the day i picked it up.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/100_1446.jpg)
3 years, $5000 dollars INCLUDING the car, and at 19 years old, i think i got a pretty sweet car
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 09, 2009, 08:37:21 PM
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 09, 2009, 08:37:21 PM
hey 84 are you going to put ya fog lights back on?
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 09:43:19 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 09:43:19 PM
no, not those at least, if i could find a good set of marchals and if the price was right, sure. but at this point, i can't afford it
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: FLSTCI71 on December 09, 2009, 10:36:48 PM
Post by: FLSTCI71 on December 09, 2009, 10:36:48 PM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301902
at 19 years old, i think i got a pretty sweet car
Sorry, I have to disagree. You've got a pretty sweet car at ANY age!! I have a hunch you've got a pretty cool uncle too. I am sure you've already thanked him, but thank him again.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 10:41:55 PM
Post by: 84TBirdTurbo42 on December 09, 2009, 10:41:55 PM
Ya our family has alot of sweet rides. My dad has a68 galaxie xl500 my great grandpa bought new. My uncle has a 68 cougar and a 70 thunderbird 2 door. And my grandpa has a 49 Hudson hornet
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 10, 2009, 12:22:10 AM
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 10, 2009, 12:22:10 AM
84 try ponyperformance.com he sales them refurbed and used. i got a set for under a 100.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 10, 2009, 06:59:31 AM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 10, 2009, 06:59:31 AM
Your car looks great! I like the black over red it really pops! I like two tones, of course I'm a little bias with mine being black and grey.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 10, 2009, 07:18:57 PM
Post by: HOODBIRD on December 10, 2009, 07:18:57 PM
Hey 84 when you email tim @ pony performance tell him David told you to email him. I talked to him not even 10 mins ago he said he has about 7 or 8 set that are ready to go I'm buying another set that will be fully refurbished just for car shows. He is even thinking about stamping out covers. If so i'll have the first set lol.
I'm even trying to get the clubs a discount. yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay
David
I'm even trying to get the clubs a discount. yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay
David
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 87badbird2613 on December 11, 2009, 11:11:05 AM
Post by: 87badbird2613 on December 11, 2009, 11:11:05 AM
sorry havent been on in a day or two is my car the one u mean
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: daboss351 on December 11, 2009, 01:28:14 PM
Post by: daboss351 on December 11, 2009, 01:28:14 PM
WOW THAT 88 IS AWESOME!!!!! If it wasnt for the body moulding having the red stripe it would look off but HOLY that ties it in PERFECTLY!! That is TIT!! OMG i need new pants!
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: 87badbird2613 on December 12, 2009, 02:51:17 AM
Post by: 87badbird2613 on December 12, 2009, 02:51:17 AM
Quote from: daboss351;302103
WOW THAT 88 IS AWESOME!!!!! If it wasnt for the body moulding having the red stripe it would look off but HOLY that ties it in PERFECTLY!! That is TIT!! OMG i need new pants!
ill have to post up a newer pic i have since put a vivid lime green pinstrip on the two tone line but thanks for the comment
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: tbirdsps on December 14, 2009, 09:16:32 AM
Post by: tbirdsps on December 14, 2009, 09:16:32 AM
Quote from: 87badbird2613;302098
sorry havent been on in a day or two is my car the one u mean
Thanks for posting. Decisions, decisions. I like 'em both.
Title: Two tone paint
Post by: flipnbird on December 15, 2009, 07:26:56 AM
Post by: flipnbird on December 15, 2009, 07:26:56 AM
Quote from: 84TBirdTurbo42;301537
mine is red and black, not sure if this is what ur looking for?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/ChrisPerry9/IMG_0135.jpg)
..............STUNNING !!!,,, very, very nice ride :D