I went through the same agony when I was trying to make a choice. I also love the looks of a highly polished 'Coupe....they really are sharp! I bought a painted 'Coupe and soon after began a restoration with the intention of stripping the paint and polishing it out. When the paint came off I discovered the underlying aluminum had places where it wasn't going to shine so well. So I ended up painting it. Now, I'm very happy with a painted 'Coupe and glad, for me, that I didn't end up with a polished surface. Only because I've since learned how much work and attention it takes to keep them looking good. I'm pretty lazy when it comes to polishing and, for me, I know I would have hated the task and I live in dry Arizona. I think it's more a matter of a choice to do work than one of climate. Jim -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Wednesday, December 16, 1998 8:06 PM Subject: Metal or Paint?
>Greetings, > >As a 'coupe owner to be and a student pilot living in a very wet climate, >Santa Rosa CA., I was wondering if there are more corrosion problems with >unpainted 'coupe's in wet climates than Painted ones. Do metal 'coupe's have >less problems in the desert and dry climates? > >I really like unpainted 'coupes but are they practical in wet climates? Any >weight benefit from unpainted 'coupes? > >What are the thought's out there? > >Any opinion is appreciated and helpfull. > >Thanks > >Chad Surmick >Santa Rosa CA
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