I think it would end up looking more like roll on bedliner.
Roll on paint question
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Roll on paint question
Ok.....I know alot of people are against this technique, but this works for my truck and my pocket lol! I do plan to remove everything on the truck (grille, lights, bumpers, etc.) and give it a good sanding, and wax removal stuff.
I've read that most people use rustolem, tractor paint, or duplicolor. I want to paint my truck Satin Black and none of these paints have that color. So my question is: can I roll on regular auto paint? Like this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Eastwood-Rat-Hot-Rod-HotRod-Satin-Black-Paint-Kit-Flatz-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem35b0071352QQitemZ23058 6520402QQptZMotorsQ5fAutomotiveQ5fTools
Would I need to do anything different? One more question: I'm planning to cut out some rust holes and weld in new metal,would 16ga. be to thick, to thin, or just right?
Thanks guys
I've read that most people use rustolem, tractor paint, or duplicolor. I want to paint my truck Satin Black and none of these paints have that color. So my question is: can I roll on regular auto paint? Like this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Eastwood-Rat-Hot-Rod-HotRod-Satin-Black-Paint-Kit-Flatz-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem35b0071352QQitemZ23058 6520402QQptZMotorsQ5fAutomotiveQ5fTools
Would I need to do anything different? One more question: I'm planning to cut out some rust holes and weld in new metal,would 16ga. be to thick, to thin, or just right?
Thanks guys
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I've been doing a little more research.....maybe I can do better than a roll on paint job(I guess it's better), but I'll still be doing it outside.
I just bought this paint on ebay $60:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1-GAL-Satin-Black-Auto-Paint-RAT-ROD-FREE-SHIPPING-/130487154631?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories &hash=item1e61a3f7c7
Will one gallon be enough for my '86 F350 crew cab?
Next I found this gun at Harbor Freight (haven't bought it yet) for $39.99:
http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/paint/high-volume-low-pressure-gravity-feed-spray-gun-66222.html
Will this spray gun work ok?
Last, I can rent a compressor from Rental Works for $61.98 a day:
http://www.rentalworks.com/product.asp?ID=13
Am I on the right track???
As for painting outside, would 70 degree weather be ok if I pull it in the garage as soon as I'm done?
Sorry for so many questions.
I just bought this paint on ebay $60:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1-GAL-Satin-Black-Auto-Paint-RAT-ROD-FREE-SHIPPING-/130487154631?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories &hash=item1e61a3f7c7
Will one gallon be enough for my '86 F350 crew cab?
Next I found this gun at Harbor Freight (haven't bought it yet) for $39.99:
http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/paint/high-volume-low-pressure-gravity-feed-spray-gun-66222.html
Will this spray gun work ok?
Last, I can rent a compressor from Rental Works for $61.98 a day:
http://www.rentalworks.com/product.asp?ID=13
Am I on the right track???
As for painting outside, would 70 degree weather be ok if I pull it in the garage as soon as I'm done?
Sorry for so many questions.
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That will make 5 sprayable quarts. Doubt it'll be enough, you have a big truck. Still need a primer.
Gun will probably work, I have a couple Kobalts from Lowes that do a good job for the money.
Compressor has the cfm rating, but not enough storage. You will be waiting for it to catch up.
70 degrees is great, Stay out of direct sun. Metal temp will rise and dry about as fast as you shoot.
Some of the experts that do this for living will chime in, wait for their opinion.
Gun will probably work, I have a couple Kobalts from Lowes that do a good job for the money.
Compressor has the cfm rating, but not enough storage. You will be waiting for it to catch up.
70 degrees is great, Stay out of direct sun. Metal temp will rise and dry about as fast as you shoot.
Some of the experts that do this for living will chime in, wait for their opinion.
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If you do it right it can come out looking really good: Volkswagen Beetle Resto *Roll On Paint Job*
Here is a link for some tips:
Roller Method - Car Painting
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Here is a link for some tips:
Roller Method - Car Painting
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If you do it right it can come out looking really good: Volkswagen Beetle Resto *Roll On Paint Job*
Here is a link for some tips:
Roller Method - Car Painting
Chris
Here is a link for some tips:
Roller Method - Car Painting
Chris
I decided to rent a compressor and spray in my driveway (or the garage if I get around to cleaning it up). Right now I'm sanding off the brushed on house paint and doing some minor bodywork. Hopefully I'll be ready to paint in about a week or so.
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I knew someone who years ago rolled paint onto his 80's F150. It was almost an olive drab green color. Looked decent. It just depends on the paint, the temp and other conditions though.
As for painting a whole truck, alot will depend on the ratios you will need to mix as for how much you will need. Since you are going after a satin or flat black, coverage per layer should be decent, but you will likely go thru about 7 quarts of mixed paint (add 1 if you plan doing the jambs, inner fenders, inner hood, etc)
You will also need to apply primer to the repair areas.
For the paint gun you have selected, its not to bad of a choice, but its also not a great choice. But one thing I didnt see listed was what the tip or opening size was on it. There are different size tips for differnt types of paint.
The air compressor you want to use wont work. It will never keep up with spraying. Minimum size would be about a 26 gal and that might even be pushing it.
As for painting a whole truck, alot will depend on the ratios you will need to mix as for how much you will need. Since you are going after a satin or flat black, coverage per layer should be decent, but you will likely go thru about 7 quarts of mixed paint (add 1 if you plan doing the jambs, inner fenders, inner hood, etc)
You will also need to apply primer to the repair areas.
For the paint gun you have selected, its not to bad of a choice, but its also not a great choice. But one thing I didnt see listed was what the tip or opening size was on it. There are different size tips for differnt types of paint.
The air compressor you want to use wont work. It will never keep up with spraying. Minimum size would be about a 26 gal and that might even be pushing it.
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I knew someone who years ago rolled paint onto his 80's F150. It was almost an olive drab green color. Looked decent. It just depends on the paint, the temp and other conditions though.
As for painting a whole truck, alot will depend on the ratios you will need to mix as for how much you will need. Since you are going after a satin or flat black, coverage per layer should be decent, but you will likely go thru about 7 quarts of mixed paint (add 1 if you plan doing the jambs, inner fenders, inner hood, etc)
You will also need to apply primer to the repair areas.
For the paint gun you have selected, its not to bad of a choice, but its also not a great choice. But one thing I didnt see listed was what the tip or opening size was on it. There are different size tips for differnt types of paint.
The air compressor you want to use wont work. It will never keep up with spraying. Minimum size would be about a 26 gal and that might even be pushing it.
As for painting a whole truck, alot will depend on the ratios you will need to mix as for how much you will need. Since you are going after a satin or flat black, coverage per layer should be decent, but you will likely go thru about 7 quarts of mixed paint (add 1 if you plan doing the jambs, inner fenders, inner hood, etc)
You will also need to apply primer to the repair areas.
For the paint gun you have selected, its not to bad of a choice, but its also not a great choice. But one thing I didnt see listed was what the tip or opening size was on it. There are different size tips for differnt types of paint.
The air compressor you want to use wont work. It will never keep up with spraying. Minimum size would be about a 26 gal and that might even be pushing it.
Chaosracing,
After I was told 1 gallon would not be enough, I emailed the guy and bought 2 gallons. They arrived about a week ago. One thing I have a question about: The seller said this paint is "Ready to spray", the flatner and reducer has already been added. I haven't opened it or any thing, but I'm still doing my bodywork, can this paint sit around for a couple of weeks with the flatner and reducer added???
The gun tip: I just looked through all of the manual that came with it, and it says nothing about the size of the opening.
The air compressor: Hopefully I can find a good used one on craigslist, or find another tool rental place. Maybe a 30-33 gallon?
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The paint can sit around by itself, even with the reducer added. But once you add the hardener it has a lifeline. Usually no more than 8 hours. Gun size, probably 1.4 or 1.5. Compressor: tank size does not matter as much as CFM. If you buy a gun it should say the required cfm, usually 10ish-15. It takes a bigger compressor than you'd think. If it has a large enough tank and you aren't spraying constantly you can get away with one that's right at the low end of the CFM you need.
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