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Since: Mar 13, 2006
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(Msg. 1) Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2006 12:27 pm
Post subject: Painting tank
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I have a tank that I am almost done painting...I need some help
regarding the final phases...
What I have done so far:
- primed with dura-color primer
- put about 2 color coats of dura color, sanded heavily for consitency
and smoothness
- put another coat and had a few runs
Today I will sand it again to remove runs and put a last color coat.
Hopefully all will be ready for a clear. However, I have been getting
mixed reviews. Some tell me to sand right before I put a clear on. Some
tell me NOT to worry, as it is just for color coverage, so it does not
matter if it is a little grainy. I am confused. I can see where it may
be for color coverage. But maybe it is beneficial to get it smooth? I
have 320, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 grit available. Please tell me what I
would need to do after putting on my last coat of color up until it is
done. As this is where I stand.
I am intrested to hear your opinions especially those that have a good
proven method with spray painting.
Thanks for helping a fellow biker. |
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External
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2006 10:03 pm
Post subject: Re: Painting tank [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Freddie wrote:
> I have a tank that I am almost done painting...I need some help
> regarding the final phases...
>
> What I have done so far:
>
> - primed with dura-color primer
> - put about 2 color coats of dura color, sanded heavily for consitency
> and smoothness
> - put another coat and had a few runs
>
> Today I will sand it again to remove runs and put a last color coat.
> Hopefully all will be ready for a clear. However, I have been getting
> mixed reviews. Some tell me to sand right before I put a clear on. Some
> tell me NOT to worry, as it is just for color coverage, so it does not
> matter if it is a little grainy. I am confused. I can see where it may
> be for color coverage. But maybe it is beneficial to get it smooth? I
> have 320, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 grit available. Please tell me what I
> would need to do after putting on my last coat of color up until it is
> done. As this is where I stand.
>
> I am intrested to hear your opinions especially those that have a good
> proven method with spray painting.
>
>
> Thanks for helping a fellow biker.
>
I've painted a number of bikes over the years, with very good results.
Even with rattle can jobs.
It's best *NOT* to sand the last color coat. Just make sure your last
color coat is consistant, and even. Maybe even a couple of *very* light
coats for your last color coat. |
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Since: Mar 13, 2006
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Fri Jul 28, 2006 7:44 am
Post subject: Re: Painting tank [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Thanks guys for the comments, once again I recieved, only one commentor
stating I should sand, however, the most of you all said NO. So that is
what I am going with. I have already applied the clearcoat, and will
update with pictures when I have the end result. This is my first
project. I definetely appreciate the input!
EggNChips wrote:
> Freddie wrote:
> > I have a tank that I am almost done painting...I need some help
> > regarding the final phases...
> >
> > What I have done so far:
> >
> > - primed with dura-color primer
> > - put about 2 color coats of dura color, sanded heavily for consitency
> > and smoothness
> > - put another coat and had a few runs
> >
> > Today I will sand it again to remove runs and put a last color coat.
> > Hopefully all will be ready for a clear. However, I have been getting
> > mixed reviews. Some tell me to sand right before I put a clear on. Some
> > tell me NOT to worry, as it is just for color coverage, so it does not
> > matter if it is a little grainy. I am confused. I can see where it may
> > be for color coverage. But maybe it is beneficial to get it smooth? I
> > have 320, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 grit available. Please tell me what I
> > would need to do after putting on my last coat of color up until it is
> > done. As this is where I stand.
> >
> > I am intrested to hear your opinions especially those that have a good
> > proven method with spray painting.
> >
> >
> > Thanks for helping a fellow biker.
> >
>
> Definitely not an expert but the colour coat should not be sanded unless
> the curing time has been exceeded. The clear coat should be applied
> within a few hours of the base, if this has been extended you will need
> to re-key the base. >> Stay informed about: Painting tank |
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Fri Jul 28, 2006 11:31 am
Post subject: Re: Painting tank [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Freddie wrote:
> I have a tank that I am almost done painting...I need some help
> regarding the final phases...
>
> What I have done so far:
>
> - primed with dura-color primer
> - put about 2 color coats of dura color, sanded heavily for consitency
> and smoothness
> - put another coat and had a few runs
>
> Today I will sand it again to remove runs and put a last color coat.
> Hopefully all will be ready for a clear. However, I have been getting
> mixed reviews. Some tell me to sand right before I put a clear on. Some
> tell me NOT to worry, as it is just for color coverage, so it does not
> matter if it is a little grainy. I am confused. I can see where it may
> be for color coverage. But maybe it is beneficial to get it smooth? I
> have 320, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 grit available. Please tell me what I
> would need to do after putting on my last coat of color up until it is
> done. As this is where I stand.
>
> I am intrested to hear your opinions especially those that have a good
> proven method with spray painting.
>
>
> Thanks for helping a fellow biker.
>
Definitely not an expert but the colour coat should not be sanded unless
the curing time has been exceeded. The clear coat should be applied
within a few hours of the base, if this has been extended you will need
to re-key the base. >> Stay informed about: Painting tank |
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