Just can't get the yellow and black finish done right on my Loc V2 4".....ughhhh. Have sanded down the enamel twice now. Clearly the result of impatience intersecting with perfectionism- not a good combo.
Well the nose cone gave me problems, even after using adhesion promoter, but after a redo, looks ok. The biggest problem is the paint lift/peeling on the body tube. i.e. black peeling away from the yellow undercoat.Not sure about the cracking and peeling in general. Is this on a body tube or a plastic nose cone? (Plastic nose cones need special prep.)
Well the nose cone gave me problems, even after using adhesion promoter, but after a redo, looks ok. The biggest problem is the paint lift/peeling on the body tube. i.e. black peeling away from the yellow undercoat.
How much time did you leave between the black and yellow coats? Rusto specifies recoating either within 1 hour or after 48 hours, and they mean it. If the paint was left to cure in the 30's (too cold for painting, generally), then it could take much longer to cure. I normally leave 3-7 days between colors; if it was pretty cold out I'd definitely push towards the 7 days.Well the nose cone gave me problems, even after using adhesion promoter, but after a redo, looks ok. The biggest problem is the paint lift/peeling on the body tube. i.e. black peeling away from the yellow undercoat.
Well the nose cone gave me problems, even after using adhesion promoter, but after a redo, looks ok. The biggest problem is the paint lift/peeling on the body tube. i.e. black peeling away from the yellow undercoat.
Specifically, which version of the Rustoelum enamel? The older "stops rust" and the "industrial" formulations are oil based alkyd enamels, while the "2X" is an acrylic enamel. They each have different problems.Yes Dr, the paint jobs were a bit rough so I shouldn't be so particular. That said, always trying to improve.
-John, re your question. I'm using Rustoleum spray enamel. The yellow coat went on well, but the black is cracking and peeling. I did have a few runs too. I'm in Wisconsin so made a couple attempts when it was in the 30s temp wise. This may account for the cracking. The peeling seems like an adhesion issue???
Suggestions are certainly welcome. I am however, close to just going OD green and calling it a day!
Pretty sure I know these guys. I worked as a commercial painter for about six months doing apartment buildings. These guys were on the crew. Not only did we paint buildings, we painted windows, patio furniture, sidewalks, bikes, toys, barbeque grills, and at least two cars. Probably a small child or two. If it didn't move, it got a coat of brown oil based enamel, same as the walls. Free paint job for anything in the way. The only job I have every actually quit.Another painting 'how to'........
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Looks great!!!!!Nightmare ended! It only took me twice to sand down and repaint but it turned out pretty well. Also thanks to Mark H at Stickershock for the decals. Really appreciate all the tips, tricks and guidance on the TRF, it helped immensely and inspired me not to give up on it.
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