The paint is just ****. That's all I can think of. TJ's idea is the best one. I remember thinking of that myself, but my spray gun is goneski's. I think it was something like 40% black and 60% clear coat, and you just give it 2 light coats and you're set. Ah weak, I don't have a spray gun or paint and IU'm guessing they'd charge me an arm and a leg to get it down at a car painting joint....GAY Also I didn't need to use clear coat for a glossy finish, just cut and wax it with car polish, comes up all nice and smooth :) You have encouraged me yet again... damn you lol