Panel Correction
Dent correction, metal reshaping, body-line refinement, edge repair, rust-area correction, and panel adjustment to restore proper shape before the finishing process begins.
Ekins Garage Body & Paint
Straight panels. Deep finish. Every detail aligned.
Panel correction, body preparation, paint, finishing, assembly, alignment, and detail work for classic trucks, muscle cars, and custom vehicles.
The Finish Starts Before Paint
Great paint cannot hide poor preparation. It reveals it.
A high-quality finish begins with straight panels, consistent gaps, clean body lines, stable surfaces, and careful preparation. At Ekins Garage, body and paint work is approached as a complete process—from correction and blocking through color, clear, assembly, alignment, and final detailing.
Body & Paint Services
The final finish is built one step at a time.
Panel shape, surface condition, primer, sanding, color, clear coat, curing, polishing, assembly, and alignment all affect the final result. We focus on the complete sequence so the finished vehicle looks consistent from every angle.
Body Preparation
Surface cleaning, filler work where appropriate, block sanding, primer application, guide coating, sealing, masking, and final inspection to create a stable foundation for paint.
Custom Paint
Color selection, spray-out evaluation, basecoat application, clear coat, jambs, edges, underside details, and refinishing planned around the style and intended use of the vehicle.
Finishing & Polishing
Paint curing, wet sanding, defect correction, compounding, polishing, gloss refinement, and final inspection to create depth, clarity, and consistency across the vehicle.
Assembly & Alignment
Doors, fenders, hood, tailgate, trim, lighting, seals, bumpers, hardware, and exterior components installed and adjusted for fit, operation, and consistent panel gaps.
Detail & Final Refinement
Edge cleanup, hardware correction, trim fitment, touch-up work, final polishing, surface protection, and small adjustments that make the completed vehicle feel truly finished.
Built for the Final Look
The difference is in the gaps, edges, reflections, and details.
A beautiful paint job depends on what happens long before color is applied. Uneven panels, weak edges, poor fitment, sanding marks, and inconsistent preparation will remain visible in the final finish.
That is why body correction, panel alignment, blocking, priming, sealing, paint, clear coat, sanding, polishing, and final assembly are treated as one connected process.
The goal is a vehicle with clean body lines, balanced gaps, deep reflections, smooth operation, and a finish that looks intentional from the first glance to the closest inspection.
Our Process
Correct the surface. Refine the fit. Build the finish.
Every body and paint project begins with the condition of the vehicle and the level of finish expected. Driver-quality restoration, show-level refinement, custom color, and complete disassembly each require a different scope.
01
Vehicle & Panel Evaluation
We inspect body condition, previous repairs, corrosion, panel fit, gaps, body lines, paint condition, trim, hardware, and the level of finish the project requires.
02
Panel Correction
Metalwork, dent correction, edge repair, rust-area repair, body-line refinement, and panel fitting are completed before surface preparation begins.
03
Preparation & Blocking
Surfaces are cleaned, repaired, primed, guide coated, block sanded, sealed, and inspected repeatedly to improve straightness and stability.
04
Paint Application
Color, coverage, spray technique, jambs, edges, clear coat, flash times, curing, and environmental control are managed for a consistent finish.
05
Finishing & Reassembly
The paint is sanded and polished as needed, then exterior components are carefully installed, adjusted, protected, and aligned.
06
Final Detail & Inspection
Panel operation, gaps, trim fit, surface clarity, touch-up areas, hardware, seals, cleanliness, and overall presentation are reviewed before delivery.
The Ekins Garage Standard
Preparation creates the finish.
The best body and paint work is measured by more than shine. It is defined by shape, fit, consistency, durability, and detail.
Straight Before Shiny
Panel shape, body lines, edges, gaps, and surface stability are addressed before color and clear coat are applied.
Build the Finish in Layers
Metalwork, filler, primer, blocking, sealer, basecoat, clear coat, sanding, and polishing each contribute to the final appearance.
Complete the Assembly
Trim, hardware, seals, lighting, glass-related pieces, bumpers, doors, hood, and tailgate are aligned so the vehicle looks and functions as one finished build.
Body & Paint FAQ
Questions before beginning bodywork or a complete refinish.
The scope depends on the vehicle's condition and the finish level you want, but these are some of the most common questions owners ask before starting.
Can Ekins Garage correct damaged or uneven body panels?
Yes. Panel correction may include dent repair, metal reshaping, edge repair, body-line correction, rust-area repair, and adjustments that improve the overall fit before paint.
What is included in body preparation before paint?
Preparation may include stripping or sanding existing finishes, metal correction, filler work where appropriate, primer, guide coat, block sanding, sealing, masking, and repeated surface inspection.
Do you paint complete classic trucks and custom vehicles?
Yes. Complete refinishing can include exterior panels, jambs, edges, underside details, custom color selection, clear coat, sanding, polishing, and final assembly.
Can you improve panel gaps and alignment?
Yes. Doors, fenders, hood, tailgate, trim, bumpers, and related components can be adjusted to improve gaps, body-line alignment, latch operation, and overall fitment.
Is final assembly included after paint?
It can be. Depending on the project, final assembly may include trim, lighting, seals, hardware, bumpers, exterior accessories, panel alignment, polishing, and detailed final inspection.
Start Your Body & Paint Project
Create a finish that rewards every closer look.
Tell us about your vehicle, its current condition, the finish level you want, and how you plan to use it. We will help outline a body and paint process built around the complete project.
Discuss Your Project