My 1992 Dodge Caravan has paint slowly flaking off the roof and hood, how do I get it all off for repaint.?

Question

I just want to repaint it with a spray can, so I do not want to do any sanding or fancy preparation, under the paint the metal is sound (galvanized?).

Answer 1

If the paint is original you can buy a paint stripper that will only take the color and clear coat off.
It is called Peeler and it is a Kleen Strip product and can be found in auto parts stores that have paint supplies.
You should also buy some aerosol primer to put down before the paint.

Answer 2

My 1992 Plymouth Acclaim had the exact same thing happen. The light blue paint peeled like old, dry skin. It's a very common problem on Chryslers of this era. I would recommend contacting a local bodyshop or Chrysler dealership and asking them if there is a way to remove the old paint without removing the gray primer underneath. They will know the answer.

Answer 3

use paint remover , its messy but its the only way if you dont have access to a compressor and sander . you still need to scuff or sand the area before painting with 320 sand paper and prime it also , if not the paint will peel away . As far as using spray can ,unless the paint is a solid color and not metallic you might be able to get away with it . if its metallic it wont match the original color. but its up to you . good luck.

Answer 4

Well first what you are seeing is the clear coat. It is a plastic coat of paint that makes the paint underneeth look shiney.
You will have to completely remove the clear coat befor you can repaint

Answer 5

If you use spray cans it will just keep rusting.It's better to take it to a body and paint shop and get it done right.

Answer 6

This is a tough question. I think the answer is sandpaper.