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LO23M8B said

I guess it’s better to hold a paint gun than a wrench. Seeing you are a painter/ body man I have a question. New mopar mini van scratched door. The dealer told me if it will not rub out they will have to paint the whole side as they can’t match the orange peel. Does this sound correct? Thanks.

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Depends on the location of the scratch. Color match is a bigger issue than orange peel. Sounds like they need a new painter. Generally if the repair area goes too far to the end of a panel a blend is needed. I have never painted additional panels to match orange peel. I paint about 800/1000 cars per year.