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Post by bmrrwolfe on Sept 23, 2016 14:38:08 GMT -8
I have finished the paint prep on half of my 1966 Scotty, and am wanting to start priming and painting, but am torn as to which way to paint... Some say you can get decent results from a good roller or brush, and others say spraying is the way to go.
For primer, I am using Ace Aluminum primer, and I have not yet decided on the paint.
Although I have an air compressor, I do not have a gun, nor do I want to do the setup to run a spray gun on the compressor. If I was going to spray I plan to buy a middle of the line electric spray gun, but only if the results are worth it.
I am using the original skins, so there quite a few dents and imperfects from the last 50 years, and I am not restoring it, or trying to make a show piece. Just a decent paint job that will last.
Any advice is greatly appreciated!
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Post by nccamper on Sept 23, 2016 18:37:47 GMT -8
I used Ace primer and oil based paint on this camper: vintagetrailertalk.freeforums.net/thread/5166/paint-camper-200?page=1I wouldn't roll. In my opinion you end up with too much orange-peel and imperfections. Both rolling and an electric paint job are made to lay the paint on thick. A cheap paint gun and compressor are actually easier/better if you want a smooth finish. The link above will give you a lot of info no matter which way you apply the paint. |
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Post by kirkadie on Sept 23, 2016 18:42:32 GMT -8
A spray gun is much more controllable than an electric in my opinion. Since you have the compressor already, and the overspray is also more controllable, if you are going to shoot, the air version is the one to use.
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Post by Hamlet on Sept 24, 2016 16:48:53 GMT -8
If you can avoid rolling, do. It looks OK from a dozen feet, but if you're putting a couple hundred hours and a chunk of change into a restore, you won't regret the superior results you'll get with a spray gun.
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Post by rogerthedodger on Sept 25, 2016 8:01:44 GMT -8
I got decent results with a foam roller and a tipping brush on my Airstream Argosy. I had no place to use a sprayer, the trailer was beside my house, neighbors house close by. The tipping brush idea I got from another airstream owner. It is a technique requires practice, but does give decent results. BTW the roller/tipping is used by some boat painters.
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Post by MarthaS on Sept 25, 2016 15:43:26 GMT -8
We also used a foam roller and are very happy with the results.
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Post by bigbill on Sept 26, 2016 6:29:55 GMT -8
Which came first the chicken or the egg? This paint question is an individual question that only you can answer. A lot depends on your personal talent and your bank account plus what end result you will be satisfied with. Properly done both will give you a acceptable finish that will be bright and shiny. That said a sprayed finish will be smooth like a factory finish if you practice till you learn to do it right if not you will have runs and/or dry sprayed/dull areas. A rolled finish will have a little more texture to it but is easier/cheaper for the inexperienced painter. Some people even use sprat cans and do a nice job.
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Post by highrolla7 on Oct 18, 2016 7:49:32 GMT -8
I rolled my shasta with rustoleum gloss white. Honestly, if using white, spray vs roll on, you will not tell a difference. Colors may show, but it depends on if you thin it down or not. I didnt thin my white, rolled with small roller. Did around 3-4 coats, rolling over several times to keep it smooth. It will dry just as smooth. I did spray my red accents, which turned out great. I did all of this over polyester bondo (filler) to fill in the hail dents. Rolling paint on is very time consuming, but no mess and can do at your own pace. Make sure you prime over bondo spots, it tends to absorb color. Use a good oil/grease remover and wipe down entire area to be painted. Sticks well and looks great. People are still amazed that it is rolled on!  Good luck! TJ |
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Post by danrhodes on Oct 18, 2016 8:37:58 GMT -8
You have a closeup of the white with some light behind it? I'm curious how much texture the roller left.
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Post by vikx on Oct 18, 2016 21:09:54 GMT -8
I agree, and don't like rolled on paint. At the right angle it looks like orange skin. That being said, I'd like to see yours in closeup, too, Highrolla.
BUT: I like to roll the roof. White Rusto leaves a nice thick coat after the right prep. So many times we have to do a few patches up there... the Rusto covers everything and leaves a nice shine.
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Post by highrolla7 on Oct 19, 2016 7:10:09 GMT -8
I'll grab a pic later on today- Just for fun, I have an old 1951 chevy that I did a ton of work to. Im taking it in to do a professional paint job. But, since I had the hood louvered, I wanted to paint it flat black black to match the rest of the car until it goes to paint. I was going to spray, but decided on Rustoleum and flat black. Thinned it down with mineral spirits and laid it on real thin with an expensive foam roller. Turned out amazing and again, no orange peel and no mess. I do have to say, prep needs to be done and Im also doing all my painting in the garage- I have a tall enough garage door to get my trailer inside, leaving it dust, dirt and bug free. Prep is also key, must be very smooth. spraying is much better for time- car paint will last longer and much quicker. But, in a pinch, rolling does work very well and looks surprisingly very good. I will also mention, I still have plenty of hail dents, since I don't have the flat aluminum siding like the older ones. I only filled the dents on the flat part of the siding- (hard to explain). But, the high gloss paint with the red contrast actually hid most of them. The old dingy paint showed the dents all over. I can't explain it, but maybe its just eye trickery! Links I used when doing mine- www.rickwrench.com/index79master.htm?http://www.rickwrench.com/50dollarpaint.htmlwww.meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?40341-My-quot-rustoleum-50-roll-on-paint-job-quot#efPMcMJZeViMAzzA.97www.instructables.com/id/The-Poor-Mans-Paint-Job-or...-How-to-paint-your-c/Of course, this is only how I did mine and results I received. TJ |
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Post by strange1 on Feb 3, 2017 21:44:48 GMT -8
Highrolla...still would love to see some close ups with a bit of a reflection.
One question... Did you sand between coats with the 600 , 1500 , etc. like in the corvair write up?
Gotta say that looks beautiful and I'm tempted because of my close proximity to neighbors.
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Post by gary350 on Mar 10, 2017 19:35:51 GMT -8
I bought a gallon of exterior house paint I am going to put it on with a roller. Someone painted this camper with a brush no way am I going to spend a month and $250 stripping off old paint that time will be better spent camping. I am not trying to win a beauty contest. Slop the paint on if old paint peals off some day slop more paint on. I tore the camper down to the frame and built it all back brand new. It is nice inside that is all that matters.  |
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Post by nccamper on Mar 10, 2017 20:56:15 GMT -8
I bought a gallon of exterior house paint I am going to put it on with a roller. Someone painted this camper with a brush no way am I going to spend a month and $250 stripping off old paint that time will be better spent camping. I am not trying to win a beauty contest. Slop the paint on if old paint peals off some day slop more paint on. I tore the camper down to the frame and built it all back brand new. It is nice inside that is all that matters. As long as major rot isn't repaired from the inside without taking the skin off, paint quality is a matter of opinion. I'd be afraid to tow a camper gutted and repaired from the inside. I'm sure you didn't do that but it's worth mentioning for new members who may not know that most vintage campers get tensile strength by overlapping panels, framing and aluminum. Speaking just for myself, anything I do on the camper I try to do my best. Including the paint. Although many people agree that old campers aren't worth a lot of effort. I’m just not one of them. |
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Post by vikx on Mar 11, 2017 0:45:27 GMT -8
Exterior house paint? Seriously??? Gary, you must be joshing with us...
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