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 Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2015 9:41 am
Just wanted to throw some of my projects out there. My old Miata I had, before and after.
Then a trash can, because I wanted more practice and I had leftover paint. (FYI, you do not need a gallon of paint for a Miata...) Then a smoker I painted as my first paid painting gig. Used Eastwood high temp paint for it. Turned out good I thought.
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Posted: Fri Sep 18, 2015 9:28 pm
How much paint did you end up using on the Miata? Mine is in need of some serious help, and it may end up being my first paint project.
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Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2015 7:59 am
About half a gallon, and that is only because I wasted a bit from either dropping my mix cup (being nervous as it was my first time) or just not having proper painting technique.
The amount also depends on the kind of paint. Metallic colors will go on thin (in my experience now...) so you would need a bit more for good coverage...solid colors will go on and cover better, so you would need less. Wouldn't hurt to get a pint of the color you want, and do a test piece first so you can decide. |
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Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2015 8:22 am
I ordered 3 quarts for the 1990 Miata in the projects section. The paint was Pro Spray Mariner Blue and mixes 1:1 so technically had 6 quarts of ready to spray (RTS) paint. The car was given 3 coats, which is the minimum number of coats I recommend. Some colors may take more than that to achieve "true color." I still have about 1/2 pint of unmixed paint left. Rather have more than enough than just enough of too little. Color makes a big difference when deciding how much paint to buy. 1968 Coronet R/T
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Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2015 9:08 am
Latest job, just a quick one over the weekend. Made a few extra $$$ for more toys.
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Posted: Tue Sep 29, 2015 8:56 am
Just did a headlight restoration on a truck last night. Sanded down, then shot clear coat on them. They'll last forever now.
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Posted: Tue Oct 27, 2015 8:39 am
Nice before & after on a full color change on a 1994 GMC Sierra. She looks good now!
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Posted: Tue Oct 27, 2015 9:04 am
Cool smoker lid I did, First time using two colors. Came out well.
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Posted: Sun Nov 29, 2015 3:20 pm
Nice Work.. That is cool you get to work on different projects
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Posted: Tue Dec 01, 2015 2:14 pm
Thanks man, I started a side business out of my shop at home, so I get all kinds of requests. Recently painted a tool box, and I have another smoker to paint soon. |
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