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Paint Systems
My paint system is a mix. I use Rustoleum Sandable auto primer first. I use it because it sands well, much better than Krylon "sandable" primer. Next, I paint with regular Krylon paint.
I use Krylon paint for several reasons. First, it dries fast. Second, the overspray does not mess up the garage floor. You can sweep and mop it up. After applying decals, I finish with Rustoleum Crystal clear gloss. No paticular for using it, I just like it. I usually apply the clear pretty heavy, it gives a nice look. I have found that the clear is necessary to make the Krylon paint look good. I have been finishing rockets this way for lots of years. I was once approached at a launch, where a fellow was admiring the finish on my 4" Upscale Der Red Max. He accused me of having the rocket professionally painted at a body shop. He was shocked to find out that I had painted it with spray-bombs. This paint system works for me, I don't intend to change it. That's my .02 cents. |
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I kind of have the same philosophy -- "If it spray, it OK" (apologies to the late Johnny Cochran ...) I write the date of purchase on bottoms of cans with a Sharpie, and I also rotate them upside down and back every few months to keep them somewhat stirred. With all the formulation changes, if I find a color I like, I'll buy 4-5 cans or more to last me awhile.
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