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==Summary==
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John Deere Blitz Black is enamel paint manufactured by Valspar Paint for John Deere for the purpose of painting tractors and farm equipment. It's popular among hotrodders for the following reasons:
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*It provides the look of a primered "rat" or "traditional" hot rod (described as: "flat clear", "suede", "satin", or "semi-gloss").
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Although John Deere Blitz Black paint can be applied with typical materials, John Deere recommends using their own primer and reducer. The paint and the primer are typically around $30 for a gallon, and the reducer is about $15 for a quart. JDBB products also come in spray cans.
  
 
==Application==
 
==Application==
#If the existing paint isn't peeling or doesn't have large amounts of rust, then no primer is necessary. Sand with extra fine grit sand paper, wipe with a clean cloth and apply JDBB paint.
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#If the existing paint isn't peeling or doesn't have large amounts of [[rust]], then no [[Epoxy primer|primer]] is necessary. [[Sand]] with extra fine grit sand paper, wipe with a clean cloth and apply JDBB paint.
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#Final gloss depends heavily on how well the paint is mixed (better to over mix then under mix).
 
#For spraying with an HVLP gun, use a 1.4 or 1.5 tip.
 
#For spraying with an HVLP gun, use a 1.4 or 1.5 tip.
 
#If a primer is needed, JDBB primer is recommended (it's available in spray cans, quarts, and gallons). Wait 36 hours after applying primer to apply paint.
 
#If a primer is needed, JDBB primer is recommended (it's available in spray cans, quarts, and gallons). Wait 36 hours after applying primer to apply paint.
#John Deere thinner is needed, at a mix ratio of 8 parts JDBB paint:1 part John Deere thinner.
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#John Deere thinner is needed, at a mix ratio of 8 parts JDBB paint:1 part John Deere thinner (The Blitz Black can recommends a mix ratio of 10:1 paint to thinner).
 
#For faster-drying and harder paint, John Deere hardener can be used. It's available in pints. When using the hardener, the mix ratio is 8 parts JDBB paint:1 part John Deere thinner:1 part John Deere hardener.
 
#For faster-drying and harder paint, John Deere hardener can be used. It's available in pints. When using the hardener, the mix ratio is 8 parts JDBB paint:1 part John Deere thinner:1 part John Deere hardener.
 
#Spray one light tack coat, wait 10-15 minutes, then shoot the full wet coat.
 
#Spray one light tack coat, wait 10-15 minutes, then shoot the full wet coat.
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*Striping of the paint is thought to be caused by the reducer drying too fast. To eliminate striping, some people recommend using regular enamel reducer instead of the John Deere reducer for a slower evaporation rate.
 
*Striping of the paint is thought to be caused by the reducer drying too fast. To eliminate striping, some people recommend using regular enamel reducer instead of the John Deere reducer for a slower evaporation rate.
 
*Hold the gun at a 90 degree angle to the surface and keep a 50% overlap.
 
*Hold the gun at a 90 degree angle to the surface and keep a 50% overlap.
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*If striping (tiger striping) becomes noticeable individuals have reported success by spraying less paint per pass and using a lot of overlap (90% overlap) and switching directions on each coat (horizontal then vertical).
 
*John Deere Blitz Black paint can't be applied to high heat areas such as engine blocks, headers, or pipes. Also, it will not retard rust.
 
*John Deere Blitz Black paint can't be applied to high heat areas such as engine blocks, headers, or pipes. Also, it will not retard rust.
*Some people report success applying it to fiberglass.
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*Some people report success applying it to [[Fiberglassing|fiberglass]].
 
*Urethane primer or epoxy primer may also be viable as undercoats for JDBB paint.
 
*Urethane primer or epoxy primer may also be viable as undercoats for JDBB paint.
 
*Some say that JDBB paint is subject to fading and chalking over the years.
 
*Some say that JDBB paint is subject to fading and chalking over the years.
*Opinions are mixed on using a clearcoat over JDBB. Some say that it can be applied if a flattening agent is used. For a glossy look, wet sanding and buffing are recommended.
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*Opinions are mixed on using a clear coat over JDBB. Some say that it can be applied if a flattening agent is used. For a glossy look, wet sanding and buffing are recommended.
  
 
==Part numbers==
 
==Part numbers==
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*John Deere Primer: TY25659 (Formerly TY6457)
 
*John Deere Primer: TY25659 (Formerly TY6457)
 
*John Deere Reducer: TY25650 (Formerly PT158)
 
*John Deere Reducer: TY25650 (Formerly PT158)
*John Deere Hardener: REN3001
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*John Deere Hardener: REN3001 (makes it much more durable)
  
 
Additional part numbers/updates:
 
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==Where to get John Deere Blitz Black paint==
 
==Where to get John Deere Blitz Black paint==
 
*[http://dealerlocator.deere.com/servlet/DealerLocator?command=home&locator=3&selectLocale=en_US&sessionId=Rgf865DJYGDkmUUhinR1QMN John Deere dealer locator]
 
*[http://dealerlocator.deere.com/servlet/DealerLocator?command=home&locator=3&selectLocale=en_US&sessionId=Rgf865DJYGDkmUUhinR1QMN John Deere dealer locator]
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*[http://www.shopgreendealer.com/search.aspx?find=blitz+black The Green Dealer]
  
 
==Photographs of John Deere Blitz Black paint jobs==
 
==Photographs of John Deere Blitz Black paint jobs==
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==Alternatives to John Deere Blitz Black paint==
 
==Alternatives to John Deere Blitz Black paint==
*Black epoxy primer.
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*Black [[epoxy primer]].
 
*[http://www.colorrite.com/product_info.php?cPath=0&products_id=160 Asphalt] (#2818) with [http://www.colorrite.com/product_info.php?cPath=24&products_id=981 Egg Shell clear coat] (#P-FKT600), produced by [http://www.color-rite.com Color-Rite].
 
*[http://www.colorrite.com/product_info.php?cPath=0&products_id=160 Asphalt] (#2818) with [http://www.colorrite.com/product_info.php?cPath=24&products_id=981 Egg Shell clear coat] (#P-FKT600), produced by [http://www.color-rite.com Color-Rite].
 
*[http://www.akzonobelcarrefinishes.net/default.asp?sid=65395&pid=435 U-Tech E360 Series Epoxy Primer/Sealer], from  [http://www.akzonobelcarrefinishes.net/ Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes] under the U-Tech brand.
 
*[http://www.akzonobelcarrefinishes.net/default.asp?sid=65395&pid=435 U-Tech E360 Series Epoxy Primer/Sealer], from  [http://www.akzonobelcarrefinishes.net/ Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes] under the U-Tech brand.
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*[http://www.autopaintdirect.com/rat.html Valspar Rat Rod Black]
 
*[http://www.autopaintdirect.com/rat.html Valspar Rat Rod Black]
 
*[http://www.kirkerautomotive.com/html/hot_rod_black.html Kirker Hot Rod Black]
 
*[http://www.kirkerautomotive.com/html/hot_rod_black.html Kirker Hot Rod Black]
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==Related articles==
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*[[Cheapo paint job]]
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*[[First paint job]]
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*[[Epoxy primer]]
  
 
== References ==
 
== References ==
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[[Category:Body and exterior]]
 
[[Category:Body and exterior]]
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