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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2016 21:02:05 GMT -8
Ok guys I have read several threads on here trying go do my research, and I must do what I must I suppose.. but I wanted to know if its required to use a paint gun or can I paint it on with a brush. Roller I would think no, dont want all those fibers in the paint. But brush strokes I would not mind and would be more thick coats than spraying on. If I can do this what paint do I need to use? Rustoleum decent for the money? Dont care about clear coat, just a paint that is easy to maintain and clean. Thanks to anyone foe suggestions!
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Post by SusieQ on Jan 24, 2016 21:12:41 GMT -8
I don't suggest a brush. Use a paint gun. If you absolutely can't use a paint gun, rattle can doesn't look bad. And if that's out of your comfort zone, there is some info out there about rolling it with tractor paint. Back to paint gun, lots of discussion about paint here. Do a search or wait for the others to chime in. NcCamper has a great thread; I'll try to find it for you. Found it. Just my personal opinion but this is the best paint discussion here... and we have a lot! It's a tutorial of sorts. vintagetrailertalk.freeforums.net/thread/5166/paint-camper-200 |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2016 15:20:07 GMT -8
Hello SuzieQ thank you for your response! I need to take a closer look at that thread by Nccamper. He sure goes into good detail.
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Post by turbodaddy on Jan 26, 2016 17:25:58 GMT -8
Hey Rich, I'm a foam roller and tractor paint veteran. Never felt comfortable spraying.I used soy based tractor paint. "Massy Ferguson" red (and white)from Tractor Supply. I was very happy with the results, but I wasn't looking to create a museum piece 'cause we use our camper and like the out of the way places, rocks, dirt, tree branches and all. No matter what technique you choose, it's all in the prep work. Lousy prep = lousy results. I use a cleaner wax a couple times a year and so far it looks great after 2 years or so.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2016 17:45:30 GMT -8
Hi turbodaddy! I appreciate your response, and if only I had the experience with spraying I may be more comfortable with it. But along with that I think I am in your category, I dont need it to be perfect either as long as it will last. I mean lets be honest it has areas that have been bondoed, has runs in areas from previous owners, and has splotchy areas that have lines from a brush and uneven coats from perhaps someone that couldnt use a gun. (Like me!) So.. what I am interested in is the proper prep steps and then an easy to maintain paint that doesnt easily mildew, or is glossy I suppose. But if I didnt go to tractor paint and instead went to home stores or paint stores, I have no clue what to go for. Do I want garbage, no. But do I need the best of the best. No. Lol I think you feel where I am coming from!
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Post by turbodaddy on Jan 26, 2016 19:01:45 GMT -8
Regarding the imperfections (brush marks, runs,etc.) The tool you need is a random orbital sander on the large surfaces. Wear a dust mask. Start with 80 or 100 grit discs, working down to 180 or 220. Use a finishing sander or hand sand the corners and crevasses. You don't have to remove all of the existing paint, apply a coat or two of sanding primer, smooth that out with 180 or 220 grit with the R.O.and finishing sander. Then apply 2 to 3 topcoats of your paint of choice (wet-sand between coats) and "voila", your trailer looks (almost) like new! It is a lot of labor, but you'll be rewarded in the end with a never ending stream of compliments wherever you travel. After all that prep, I wouldn't skimp on the paint, use something that will last even if it costs a bit more. Just my opinion.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2016 20:07:06 GMT -8
Yeah I have one of those sounds good to me it will also serve as a good avenue to get the surface roughed up for the new paint surface. I like the idea of foam rollers that sounds good me and you ha e had good results with it. In my research, I know you have had success with tractor paint, but it seems my best option besides that is a 100% acrylic exterior paint for durability, mold resistance, etc. And Behr has that available in the color we want.. so this simple man likes the idea of that. Needs a good coat of primer before too of course. It would be great if fellow campers enjoyed seeing the Shasta for sure!
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