Cheap truck paint job

[Mtneer]

Bought my Toyota 4WD pickup new in 1989. Dang thing still runs great and just won't die. It's only needed wear-and-tear stuff like new brake pads, clutch, fan belts, etc spread out over many years. For at least a decade, all the mechanics have said "they don't make them like this anymore" or "this was a great series engine."

Less than 200k miles on it (I work at home and have a summer car) but showing it's age; badly faded paint and a few minor rust spots on the body, rear bumper is rusted out. What's the least I could pay for a basic paint job on the truck and matching steel topper? Macco gave me some BS that was more than the trucks value. Don't care about warranties, fancy finishes, or detail work. Any suggestions for a guy in the Boulder area? Only want to pay enough to reduce the pressure from my wife to sell it ;-)

[lex137]

Depending on what you want to sell it for let me know, lol! As for paint if maco didn't give you a cheap quote I have no clue and am not much help.

[sigmanx]

About 10 cans of rustoleum.

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[SideShow Bob]

You may want to get the timing belt replaced, unless you already have, it is way overdue.
If the timing belt goes, it will trash your engine. Replacing even with a junk yard one will cost more than the truck is worth.

Sorry I’m no help with your question.

[BushMasterBoy]

Brush on some CARC mil surplus. Better than any spray on finish. Tacticool

[Mtneer]

About 10 cans of rustoleum.

Ha! I've thought about it. Don't have the time for all the taping and want the rust dealt with. Would rather pay a Latino or Redneck working out of their backyard.

Regarding selling, these days, I'm not sure anyone knows how to use a stick shift or manual cranks on windows anymore.

[sigmanx]

Ha! I've thought about it. Don't have the time for all the taping and want the rust dealt with. Would rather pay a Latino or Redneck working out of their backyard.

Regarding selling, these days, I'm not sure anyone knows how to use a stick shift or manual cranks on windows anymore.

I like manual cranks and stick shifts. Just no money to buy right now, lol.

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[CapLock]

Just tell her that the truck, her and wine only get better with age. Put a little foundation make up on the rusty spots and you love her just as much as the day you married her....errr bought it.

[gnihcraes]

Have it vinyl wrapped in a nice color.

[Duman]

Where would one find a few gallons of CARC ?