Gonna paint my f100, am I ready?
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Looks good from here! Is that single stage or base/clear? Please use the proper respirator set up. You only get one set of lungs. I just had my painter do my truck. He took the hood off since it was easier to get nice coverage. Then he did the top of the cab. Once that was dry, he masked it off, and did the rest of the truck. It helped him because he didnt have to clamor all over a truck with wet panels.
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Totally agree on using a quality respirator...
I would also suggest not "cheaping out" on the paint. I believe that when it comes to automotive paint you do get what you pay for. The better paints cost more but they have more solids and they hold up much longer.
I would also suggest not "cheaping out" on the paint. I believe that when it comes to automotive paint you do get what you pay for. The better paints cost more but they have more solids and they hold up much longer.
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Tips:
- Attach a ground wire to the body and chassis to discharge static electricity.
- Tack cloths... use 'em!
- Shoot the color on the panels as they will be positioned on the car/truck. Very important with metallics.
- Do a dry run to determine the sequence. Do the jambs first.... And you don't want to be shooting the roof after shooting the doors.
- Mask, mask, mask! Use quality masking tape and masking paper. Do not use newspaper... it will bleed and also shed dust.
- I use box fans with 3M furnace filters to vent the overspray. Mount them low to the ground.
- Turn off all ignition sources - especially if ya got a a water heater in the garage.
- Disconnect the vehicle's battery.. ya don't want a windshield wiper operating and screwing up the masking job.
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... like Rustoleum???
Tips:
Tips:
- Attach a ground wire to the body and chassis to discharge static electricity.
- Tack cloths... use 'em!
- Shoot the color on the panels as they will be positioned on the car/truck. Very important with metallics.
- Do a dry run to determine the sequence. Do the jambs first.... And you don't want to be shooting the roof after shooting the doors.
- Mask, mask, mask! Use quality masking tape and masking paper. Do not use newspaper... it will bleed and also shed dust.
- I use box fans with 3M furnace filters to vent the overspray. Mount them low to the ground.
- Turn off all ignition sources - especially if ya got a a water heater in the garage.
- Disconnect the vehicle's battery.. ya don't want a windshield wiper operating and screwing up the masking job.
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I work for Akzo Nobel we have a number of auto lines like Sikkens. It's not cheap I know that. I am a commercial rep and sell architectural coatings. I am meeting the auto rep to arrow to get the skinny. I don't know jack when it comes to auto paint but the chemicals in it can be much like industrial. So I'm in for a learning experience myself. I just don't want to blow all my budget on a 5-6k paint job. Nice chev though. I am def not a dodge fan either but can appreciate some Chevys.
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I work for Akzo Nobel we have a number of auto lines like Sikkens. It's not cheap I know that. I am a commercial rep and sell architectural coatings. I am meeting the auto rep to arrow to get the skinny. I don't know jack when it comes to auto paint but the chemicals in it can be much like industrial. So I'm in for a learning experience myself. I just don't want to blow all my budget on a 5-6k paint job. Nice chev though. I am def not a dodge fan either but can appreciate some Chevys.
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