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Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

Hi there,
Just recently purchased my first ever defender. It’s an 05 110 van. Need to colour match as there’s a spot of rust on the rear. It’s black but obviously unsure on which black. Does anybody know a way of finding out? Many thanks

Turktowner · May 9, 2019

Hello and welcome. You'd think it'd be on a plate somewhere wouldn't you. Someone here will advise I'm sure.
Problem I have is that my white 98 90 isn't the same white it was originally sprayed any more. Am going for patina instead of patchwork..

Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

Turktowner said:
Hello and welcome. You'd think it'd be on a plate somewhere wouldn't you. Someone here will advise I'm sure.
Problem I have is that my white 98 90 isn't the same white it was originally sprayed any more. Am going for patina instead of patchwork..

Like your thinking! I’m a complete beginner here. Thought this would be the best place to ask!

marjon · May 9, 2019

Welcome

Have a look on the vin plate some are stamped with paint code, some also have a sticker type vin with it on usually around the front slam panel under bonnet I think.

You might get lucky.but still may not match due to age.

Have fun don’t worry to much about the odd scratch

J

Turktowner · May 9, 2019

We're all beginners at some point.
Don't worry, they're (mostly) alright on here.
Just the odd grumpy bugger

Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

marjon said:
Welcome

Have a look on the vin plate some are stamped with paint code, some also have a sticker type vin with it on usually around the front slam panel under bonnet I think.

You might get lucky.but still may not match due to age.

Have fun don’t worry to much about the odd scratch

J

Thank you for the help! I shall check for this tonight. I can deal with a few scratches here and there! I’ll get a photo and upload later on!
Tay

Turktowner · May 9, 2019

Oh yes, nearly forgot, we loves pics.
General rule : 'pics or it didn't happen.'

Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

Turktowner said:
Oh yes, nearly forgot, we loves pics.
General rule : 'pics or it didn't happen.'

Right guys here’s a picture of the spot of rust that I’ll need to treat and paint and here’s the vin plate under the bonnet. What’s the next step to finding out which black I need?? Thanks

Turktowner · May 9, 2019

Paint number 697 = java black.
Just Google it buddy, even Halfords do it.
Not teaching you to suck eggs, but good prep goes a long way..

marjon · May 9, 2019

http://www.automotivetouchup.com/touch-up-paint/land-rover/2000/defender/

As ^^^^

Pics of the whole def go down better too

J

Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

Turktowner said:
Paint number 697 = java black.
Just Google it buddy, even Halfords do it.
Not teaching you to suck eggs, but good prep goes a long way..

I’m a painter and decorator myself! So I know it’s all about the prep!

Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

marjon said:
http://www.automotivetouchup.com/touch-up-paint/land-rover/2000/defender/

As ^^^^

Pics of the whole def go down better too

J

Here’s some pics when the weather was nicer (uk)

marjon · May 9, 2019

You may also want to cover the last bit of your vin number.
Some not so nice peeps can use that for not so legal reasons.

J

Taylorj96 · May 9, 2019

Have removed the picture! Thanks for your help gents

Hippo · May 9, 2019

Welcome to the forum

RangeRoller dt · May 10, 2019

See what you mean just touch up here and there. Use rust treatment before you prime it, id run a heat gun over it gentle for finish and do it on a warm day park it in sun

Taylorj96 · May 11, 2019

RangeRoller dt said:
See what you mean just touch up here and there. Use rust treatment before you prime it, id run a heat gun over it gentle for finish and do it on a warm day park it in sun

Thank you bud. I’ve got rust primer, black and clear lacquer

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