hey! Robb here... I've got a few questions on custom paint jobs... does anyone have any info at all they can give me? like, say, what needs to be done, the order that it should be done, techniques and such... that'd be awesome if anyone had an article or could really quick give me some basic instruction. thanks!
The answer will depend on what sort of custom paint job you want. Flames/graphics/multi colored paint scheme. Are you useing candy colors, metallics or opaque (solid) colors Will you be painting with a single stage paint, base/clear or lacquer. What colors do you want to use,what is the base color of the car. There are alot of factors to consider, When it comes down to it...You need a good paint foundation to start with that is compatible with the paints you intend to use for the custom stuff. Not much help to you i guess but, these are things you need to consider.
way too vague, and too many different situations to try to reply. When you say custom, what kind of paint job were you thinking of? If you had more specific questions, I am sure many would and could help you. There are a lot of videos and books out there covering paint and bodywork, but the only way to truely learn is hands on dig in, and when you make mistakes learn from them. Even after doing this stuff for over 20 years now, There is still stuff I learn, and still make mistakes, just know a bit better how to try to avoid them or deal with them if they happen. But here is a few things I can say. Any baremetal you should use an epoxy primer on first or at the very least a direct to metal type primer. 2k materials are where its at. 1k materials are outdated today and won't have the longevity or provide the protection. Almost everything used in paint in body is hazardous to your heath, be smart and have ventilation, and properly cover skin, eyes, and where respiratory protection when using them. And also be careful as there is always a chance a spark could cause an explosion if concentration is high enough (try to avoid having things that create a spark in the painting area, no open flames or pilot lights. Professional booths exchange air, and use explosion proof lights and sealed motors and spark proof fans and have a fire suppression systems. For whatever products you use, ask or look for the product data sheets, so you know how you should properly use the product. They have much valueable information in them, such as final sanding grits, flash times between coats, what products are compatable, ect. Layitlow.com has some articles I believe on custom paint jobs, such as flames, pearls and candys and what kind of paint manufacturers and products are out there. A three stage paint job though I really wouldn't recommend for a first spray job. Application must be very consistant, and would be difficult to repair in the future. Also can't really do much with the midcoat, so would want to avoid dirt or mistakes in it. I think I only sprayed one three stage job in all these years, a repair on a laser red probe at a dealership I was working on right out of tech school. Although the basecoat candys (which it was) are suppose to be a bit easier then a true candy. Was Still somewhat new to spraying at the time, and yes was a bit scared. Turned out well, after I finally got the base red to cover the dang buff primer spot the shop manager told me to not bother sealing. Would still be a bit scared to shoot a three stage job in my little garage, knowing what problems can occur, how expensive the paint can be, and that I do get some dirt nibs, and how consistant you should be.
wow! all super good info... thanks guys! will look into that.... i dont know much about what i want to do to my car yet, but i'll attatch a photo of my car in its current state... i'm looking at different colors and types of paint, i really like candys and pearls for sure....
oh i was talkin about both. get her a shirt the color of the car currently, and then paint the car a little darker. ;P
You guys are funny... Ok dont laugh, but I have a suggestion that might help you find a perfect color for your car. Take your HOT car girl and go shopping for nail polish--- we're talking bazillions of colors-- pearls, metalics, etc. Find a color you like and then find a paint person who knows that they are doing and have them match the color-.. This way you get a unique color instead of one from a color book of car paint -- you will never pass another car with the same color going down the road -- And a bonus-- when you have your car pic taken with the hot girl again after the paint job, you can have her toe nails matching it.. whoohooo.. Just a suggestion... It worked for me. Terri
ya know.... i actually like that idea... lol my girl's not as into cars as i am, but she'd make a great model for it! i'll have her do that. she'll prob get a kick out of it.
