What Paint To Spray.

[jimkirk]

If your latex is running when sprayed on you are either spraying on too much or have thinned the paint too much. Although I prefer oil based paint I have used latex and never had an issue with it running.

I just don't like the way latex sprays compared to oil based.
I used to paint with automotive type guns and never had a run problem.
The paint is thinned just enough to spray but I can't seem to be able to judge the proper amount to apply as the latex bubbles as it is applied then smoothes out.
I laid the cab on it's side and can apply enough paint to allow it to flow out and be smoother than if sprayed in a vertical position.
Tomorrow I will spray the other side and be done.

 

[ElGwako2006]

I just don't like the way latex sprays compared to oil based.
I used to paint with automotive type guns and never had a run problem.
The paint is thinned just enough to spray but I can't seem to be able to judge the proper amount to apply as the latex bubbles as it is applied then smoothes out.
I laid the cab on it's side and can apply enough paint to allow it to flow out and be smoother than if sprayed in a vertical position.
Tomorrow I will spray the other side and be done.

thank you for not choosing Behr

I stopped using oil years ago for pro-classic (far better imho). Once you get the hang of the difference in it's application you should have no problems.
I've never had to thin it but then i again i use an airless with a 411 tip iirc.

 

[jdhogg]

Since prep is really important, what does everyone use for sandable primer? I have heard automotive primer works great, but do you buy the stuff in the spray can? If so, does it spray on evenly and easy to apply?

 

[prOk]

I've always sworn by it not being the paint but the painter. Take the time to prep and learn to use a spray gun properly and you can have great results. Practice painting on a spare board a ton before going after a real cab.

I tend to use oil base only for black, everything else is water based. The two kinds of paint when cured are so close in performance these days why mess with the mess. At the end of the day almost all painted cabs had a coating of clear poly over the top anyway which is a step I always do. Paint wise, just find a brand you like that can tint to the color you want. You'll never see consensus on what is 'best'.

I'm also one of those that won't roll on unless it really doesn't matter. You can roll all day and practice all you want you'll still get a texture rolling that I don't care for personally.

 

[gamefixer]

Believe it or not I actually got a great finish using spray paint from Lowe's/Home Depot. The trick is preporation. Make sure that the surface is sanded well and is clean. Prime the surface with your primer of choice (I used flat grey spray paint). After the primer dried I lightly sanded the surface then put a coat of satin black on each side of the game. Came out great and I plan on doing the same with the Tron that I'm restoring.

Matt