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LEGENDS => General => Topic started by: MegaMang on January 10, 2008, 11:40:29 pm

Title: Paint.
Post by: MegaMang on January 10, 2008, 11:40:29 pm

For all you brave souls that paint your own cars, what brand of paint did you use?

Any tips on spraying and prep work?  While I've sprayed the odd thing here and there, I'm no expert.  I could probably use some good tips.

Thanks,
Mike

Title: Re: Paint.
Post by: pegalis on January 11, 2008, 03:01:19 am

Block sand the car to scuff up the gel coat. A 220 grit sand paper will work well for this.   Then rub down the entire body with denatured alcohol. This will remove any oils and dust.  Then spray on one coat of primer, 2 coats of paint or more and a clear coat if you dont want to wax to get the shine.

http://www.autobody101.com

Is a great site to get you up to date with the best ways to apply the paint, and what brands work well with fiberglass.   Fiberglass is a very flexible material. Standard automotive paint is formulated for a more ridged surface. It will get little cracks all over it, over time.

Title: Re: Paint.
Post by: justfreaky on January 11, 2008, 03:38:45 am

Nice, Easy to understand, Site!

Thanks Shaun!!!

Steve

Title: Re: Paint.
Post by: MegaMang on January 11, 2008, 07:03:29 pm

Great site Pegalis.  Steve said it.  Going to add to the LIST.

Title: Re: Paint.
Post by: pegalis on January 12, 2008, 02:19:10 am

 ;)