aaddpp

I was wondering if anyone had a link to a good DIY resource / or a tip on painting metal components on these cars. I have been doing several parts on my car using spray cans from NAPAs paint section - bolts, brackets, brake shield, etc. While I can put down a finish even I am happy with, its often very brittle, and cracks very easily revealing the metal again.

Steps I follow are strip (if required), clean, prime, paint, clear coat in 70-80 degree weather with proper humidity. On some parts I tried scuffing with a stainless steel brush to improve adherence - not sure it really helped much.

Thanks
Dave

auzivision

I read a few good links on the truck forum I monitor.

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/showthr...95&pagenumber=

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/showthr...06&pagenumber=

I always make sure to clean with mineral spirit just before painting and don't touch again with my hands. Just let them dry for a couple minutes then paint. Other tips, shake the **** out of the cans, mulitple light coats, prep is king!

aaddpp

Thanks for the links Kurt - that's some impressive work they have done. I was trying to think back to the prep work I did, but could not recall if I was as thorough - will keep in mind for my next painting project.

Thanks,
Dave

Want to be

If i might add. Prep work is the most important when painting anything. Normally, i (sand, media or baking soda) blast my items before painting them. The results, always very impressive.

Also if you are going to do alot of painting with a spray can, you might want to invest in a 2.00 spray attachement that can be bought at any local automotive store. Believe me, after spraying a primer, base and clear, my fingers were numb. I purchased the attachment, all is better.

In the future, i am thinking about buying a air brush from Harbor freight. Good luck

jpc

77tony

I am just smart enough to realize that I should leave some of these jobs to the pro's. Develop a relationship with a reputable Paint & Body Shop in your area. They have the equipment and the know how to do a better job than you will. re: Pro painter, pro spray guns, dust free spray booths, pro paints & clear coats. They also have the capability to custom color match your parts if needed. They might even have powdercoating capabilities for parts, and if not, take it or ship it somewhere that does. It might cost a little more, but a good P&B and or Powdercoater will gurantee the work performed. It will also look and perform better than if you did it yourself. Saves plenty of frustration to. Just my 2 cents. T

Benton

www.hotrodders.com/forum is a great resource for painting.

Tony, I don't agree about it performing better than if you did it yourself. If you do it incorrectly, yes. But these guys that do the work professionally are just people, and we are people as well, no? I feel that if someone wants to do something instead of pay someone else to do it, more power to them. If you do it right, it will turn out right.

aaddpp

Thanks all for the feedback and suggestions.

Dave