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Old Oct 1, 2010 | 09:27 PM
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It wasn't stated on the window sticker or in the owners manual. Does my '09 Ram 1500 have a clear coat?
My '03 F150 did. The paint is Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl.
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Old Oct 1, 2010 | 09:32 PM
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I could be mistaken, but I though all modern paint jobs were Base coat/ Clear coat. At least for regular auto manufacturers.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2010 | 10:11 PM
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I think so too. I don't think they paint them any other way these days.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2010 | 11:42 AM
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Although I hate that the base and clear coats are so VERY thin. That has been a sore spot with me for years when it comes to factory paint from any manufacturer.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 12:46 AM
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Yes its base clear
 
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 07:37 AM
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Does your black scratch when a piece of dust hits it? I have a 09 brilliant black and every time I turn around it has another scratch, thought it may be defective but dealer said factory puts thin coat of paint, then clear.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 07:58 PM
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I have had my Black '09 for exactly one year. I don't see any scratches at all.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 08:19 PM
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Scratches in the clear have nothing to do with the thickness. Has to to with how you maintain your finish.
 
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