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01-23-2017, 09:21 PM | #1 |
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High build primer and block sanding
So I have just finished block sanding my bed side that has 2k urethane primer on it. I have a few low spots that still need some attention. Do I spray more primer over the entire panel, or just on the low spots? How should I prep the low spots that haven't been sanded, gently sand only in the area so I don't make the low spot bigger?
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01-23-2017, 10:42 PM | #2 |
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Re: High build primer and block sanding
You do not want to use primer to fill too much! If you have a low spot, it really depends now low. Is the paper hitting the bottom of the low spot? If it's not, DO NOT try to fill it with primer, you are asking way too much of the primer. Fill it with polyester putty and reprime.
You can spot prime the areas but overall on the last coats after you have blocked is always the best. But don't try to fill too much, the primer should be limited to very minor differences with the filler and surrounding metal and sand scratches in the filler, that sort of thing. It's not to straighten out a dented panel. Brian
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Think of it this way... hammer and dolly, filler, glaze, Primer... each step getting closer to paint as the process gets finer and finer...can't skip any step.
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But listen, it really depends on where it's at, it depends on your expectations, it depends on a lot of factors if you want to correct this fully or just "get-r-dun" there is a little to think about here. A newbe could over do this where it just doesn't matter, a rounded area on a fender or something like that, a little low spot won't be noticed and maybe not even seen at all if you wanted to. Where as if this is in the middle of the door and depending on the color you are painting it, it could stand out like bullet hole. If you shot a photo of these areas that may help. Another application of primer may be "good enough" where it will almost be gone even though you may hit that metal again while sanding before the guide coat is completely gone and it will without a doubt be good enough. It's hard to say, can you post a photo? It's not like it's a real big deal understand, unless you are applying way to much primer and it's got solvent entrapment, it's not a real big deal. I am just going over this stuff so you have a better idea of how to attack each of these types of things when you come across them. And as Stomper said, all it takes is to finish off the filler properly and there is nothing to think about. Brian
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01-24-2017, 06:57 PM | #6 |
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Re: High build primer and block sanding
I am definitely a newb (first time) and I have a history of over doing things. My goal is a good looking driver. I still drive this truck to the dump and the hardware store, as well as the occasional car show.
The finish will be a solid satin. I'm actually plastidipping the truck. I have two little boys that I share the garage with, so a paint job will be wrecked quickly. I won't feel as bad if it's damaged with a temporary coating. The plan is to get the body work finished, top coat with epoxy primer and wet sand for a smooth finish before the plastidip. |
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A better than Alkyd Enamel (air dry paint) would be a urethane that be even better... just saying.
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And if that is the finish you are after, I wouldn't worry about those little low spots.
Get it painted and drive it with a smile on your face! Brian
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This is where the bedside is now. Tried a trick I saw online by wetting the surface with solvent and looking at the reflection of the light to see if it bent funky. Good news is I didn't see anything super crazy, bad news is I didn't think to mark the low spots and the guide coat came off with the solvent.
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01-25-2017, 12:16 AM | #10 |
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Realistically you are going to need to prime that whole panel anyway. Apply four coats leaving a lot of flash time and get her ready for paint!
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The satin is very forgiving compared to a glossy finish.
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Re: High build primer and block sanding
for reference: you do NOT want to spray Plasti-Dip over bare primer.
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01-25-2017, 07:21 PM | #13 |
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A paint that requires an activator is a fantastic product because it's more durable and is a very stable product to scuff and paint to repair blemishes and boo boos.
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01-27-2017, 07:39 AM | #16 |
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I know all of these products need time to cure before something goes over them, how long would I need to wait before I go over top of the urethane paint with plastidip?
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01-27-2017, 09:53 AM | #17 |
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I'm missing your point in using plastic dip at All? I know what plasti dip is too.
You're right that new paint gasses off but I don't know about a safe time interval. Why not just paint it the colour you want in the first place? Not being rude....just confused.
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The point in using plastidip is for paint protection (2 little boys with lots of toys and bicycles in the same garage as the truck), the versatility and low cost to change colors, designs, etc., the opportunity to do something different but not permanent (in case it's a disaster), and lastly (and probably most important) I'm still not sure what I want for a final paint scheme or design! This is a truck that I plan to keep around for a long time. A truck that hopefully my boys will learn to wrench on and if they are truly interested, maybe a truck we can paint together (maybe I will have it figured out by then). |
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01-31-2017, 10:52 AM | #19 |
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Re: High build primer and block sanding
I'm with Foot Stomper on this one and wondering why not put on paint before using the plastidip. The primer is going to have a porous surface and if/when your plastidip gets nicked or scratched it's going to be a conduit for water to start soaking into the primer beneath it. Also how hard is it going to be to remove your plastidip when you get ready to redo it or change the color?
Good luck, Charles.
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Re: High build primer and block sanding
how about this? its what I'm doing. basecoat the color you want and a flattend clear? forgiving to less than perfect bodywork, easily repairable, you don't have to buff it (or it will get shiny and defeat the purpose) and good starting place for us novice painters. use lower end base coat I'm using Omni ppg. and some sort of flattened clear with uv protection. you can pay from 100 to 4oo+ for clear so define your needs and enjoy the ride. If your truck will remain inside and not live a hard life or live on salted roads weigh this in your decision.
enjoy it!
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Just a progress update. Entire truck is in primer now. Time to sand some more!
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lots of good solid advice on this thread, your like me going to keep asking until I get the answer I want... and then proceed
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