going to give painting a go

[seanl82 23]

Just thought I'd give this a bump as I'm beginning to compile parts ready for a DIY respray, and researching more into it all. There is an excellent Guide in the MIGWelding forum -

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=9&ved=0CEkQFjAI&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mig-welding.co.uk%2Fspray-painting.htm&ei=bkAgUtHMOc2IhQfSoIHICg&usg=AFQjCNHiB4xeEnlU45em4ejyRAvRhpRaBQ

 

It doesnt cover everything, like how much paint you'll need etc, but this can be asked from a reputable supplier before purchase. Well worth a read if anyone is considering giving it a go themselves.

[davidwort 0]

good forum that, read a lot on there myself, no substitute for trying yourself though!

I bought 500ml of basecoat and resprayed two Corrado wings with it - just, I'd be on the safe side and buy a bit more than a professional would spec for a certain size of car, gives you the chance of making mistakes without having to go to the expense of ordering more.

I've also found 2 pack clearcoat far harder to get right than basecoat though, easy to put too little down and not get the gloss or too much and it runs very easily. Good fun learning though, because once you get a good finish on something it's very rewarding :)