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Ok, so I want to paint my bed box flat black, but I need to know more about surface prep. I have started scuffing it with steel wool, but I was worried this isnt good enough. Should it be etched? Oh and I want to use Krylon Primer since it's such a small job. Guidance is welcomed. Thanks all.
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Ok, so I want to paint my bed box flat black, but I need to know more about surface prep. I have started scuffing it with steel wool, but I was worried this isnt good enough. Should it be etched? Oh and I want to use Krylon Primer since it's such a small job. Guidance is welcomed. Thanks all.
Its a 2 part by Dupont ..
I have heard you can get etching primer in an arosol can also ..
I think Eastwood may have it...
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Dont skimp on the primer. You need a good self etching primer made for Alum. Aircraft primer is what I use for it. A good autobody supply store should have it. Other wise the primer will just flake off the alum.
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Well long story short, looks good, but doesnt preform. lol I had a feeling just from my expierence with rattle can, from the naysayers here. 
Rubbed off when i had my truck loaded with some stuff, and flaked in a few spots. I'm jus gonna bed line it.
Rubbed off when i had my truck loaded with some stuff, and flaked in a few spots. I'm jus gonna bed line it.
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