How to paint with Spray Cans

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  @d.james212 · 6 years ago

  This sorta stuff will send body shops broke hahaha

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  @001eltel · 6 years ago

  One of the best vids I have seen on using spray cans and the different types of clear coat to use. Cheers from the UK.

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  @johnmaddern3519 · 6 years ago

  I  have been a spray painter for over 25years, semi retired now. I l appreciate your love of painting and watched a few vids, keep up your great work new sub

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  @anthonyscott16 · 5 years ago

  This was beyond helpful!  Thanks for taking the time to put this together for us.  Stay safe Bro

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  @richardgarfield3117 · 6 years ago

  I just wanted to say thanks for all the videos.... I do a ton of diy and work on cars just because I enjoy it but I have always struggled with spraying. But the tips on all the videos have been a complete game changer for me.... I have just finished a few spray jobs and I am so happy with them.... and its 100% down to everything I have learnt watching your videos... thanks so much again.... please keep going😊

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  @lesfox2010 · 6 years ago (edited)

  Hey Dave, spotted you in a local Service NSW joint a couple of weeks ago.<br>You looked a bit busy, so didn&apos;t want to be rude. Would&apos;ve said hi otherwise. <br><br>Knew it was you, surprising how different folks look on camera sometimes.<br><br>Enjoy your vids, find them very informative.

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  @thesetruths1404 · 3 years ago

  Good job.<br><br>I had never painted a car or body parts in 30 years and at least 25 cars I&apos;ve owned. &nbsp;This past week I painted my teenage son&apos;s Impreza in an open carport on gravel and dirt ground. &nbsp;I figured out what works for my area (western Colorado). &nbsp;I did 5 and 7 light to medium-wet coats on a whole car, over 4 sessions without fail. &nbsp;Apply and let dry for 15 (minimum) to 20 (maximum) minutes between coats and it works fine for the paints I used. &nbsp;You should spray two small test areas with all environmental/time factors the same before the actual project. &nbsp;For example, if you have an area to spray that takes 10 minutes to paint it, wait and warm-up/shake your next can(s) for 5 minutes and start the next coat. &nbsp;That&apos;s a total of 15 minutes. &nbsp;I know up to 20 minutes is also good. &nbsp;But 40 minutes was too long because that induced chemical reactions and severe wrinkling. &nbsp;I painted in the same order/pattern each time I sprayed a section. &nbsp;I had zero runs, spray errors, or reaction defects. &nbsp;The original paint condition was below average. &nbsp;No body rust, but 50% of clear coat was gone and hunter green was faded and rock chips galore.<br><br>Below is the weather, process and paint I used. <br><br>1. &nbsp;Up to 3-mph occasional breeze is okay, anything faster or constant is to be avoided. &nbsp;Clear skies, for light, preferred. &nbsp;20% to 40% humidity. &nbsp;Temperature between 50F and 72F while spraying. &nbsp;Warmed spray cans in hot water in a bucket. &nbsp;Shake them as much as possible.<br><br>Paints used on sides, nose and rear (3 sections):<br>-- Rust-Oleum Painter&apos;s Touch Gloss Navy Blue 2X Paint + Primer: 1 medium-wet coat.<br>-- Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Enamel Gloss Navy Blue: 2 medium-wet coats.<br>-- Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Enamel Crystal Clear coat: 2 light coats + 2 medium-wet coats. &nbsp;I think a 5th coat could be applied with no problems.<br><br>Paints used on hood, roof and hatchback (1 section):<br>-- Rust-Oleum Painter&apos;s Touch Gloss Black 2X Paint + Primer: 2 coats.<br>-- Rust-Oleum Universal Hammered Black: 3 coats (4th coat optional). &nbsp;***Color dries gloss dark grey with blackish specs, not solid black.<br><br>2. &nbsp;Sanded car with 100 and 150 grit dry paper by hand, with a scrubby dish sponge as the pad to fold the paper around. &nbsp;First, I sanded high defect/damaged spots...double their original size. &nbsp;Then I sanded vertically and again horizontally (cross hatched) the whole car. <br><br>3. &nbsp;From this point forward you must walk carefully to protect from dirt contamination...do not drag or scuff the ground. &nbsp;Wet the surrounding area to help keep dust out of air. &nbsp;Douse car with hot water and wipe down with rags. &nbsp;Let air dry 30 minutes. &nbsp;Check that all areas are smooth/scuffed well...touch up as needed. &nbsp;Wash with hot water+dish soap and rags/sponge. &nbsp;Rinse well. &nbsp;Dry with microfiber. &nbsp;Air dry 15 minutes. &nbsp;Tape up as necessary. &nbsp;10 to 15 minutes before paint spraying use a microfiber cloth and lighter fluid or mineral spirits (same thing) to wipe down the section to be painted. &nbsp;Immediately before painting wipe all surface with a tack cloth. &nbsp;As you&apos;re spraying move slowly and don&apos;t scuff the ground.<br><br>4. &nbsp;Even in the open air you will want to use a painting respirator, but at minimum cover nose and mouth with thick damp cloth or N95/N100 face mask. &nbsp;Clear, tight fitting safety eye glasses work best...the larger goggles reflect light and make wet paint difficult to see clearly. &nbsp;I had to go without eye cover and just squinted my eyes when the paint spray was thick, because goggles distorted the light.<br><br>5. &nbsp;It will take these paint formulas 3+ hours to dry to firm finger touch so leave it alone for 5 hours. &nbsp;I let it dry 24 hours in the carport and then put it in the Sunlight for 2 more days before driving. &nbsp;At 25 to 30 days I&apos;ll polish and wax it.<br><br>If you want to see pics drop me your email and I&apos;ll send you a couple.

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  @10223220 · 6 years ago

  It is real satisfying to do a job like this and make it look new again 👍

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  @guymcphee3104 · 6 years ago

  In Australia &amp; New Zealand this car was known as the Holden VT Commodore and by the look of this car it is the &apos;Berlina&apos; badged variant.

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  @unkowntrooper1657 · 6 years ago (edited)

  Just pay 20 and get 2k clear people always remember that, great work man ty

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  @royalt7147 · 3 years ago

  Your videos are both inspiring and educating me to prepare doing a rattle can job on my entire car. Extremely informative and you explain all areas well, giving valuable knowledge. Also found out you&apos;re from Australia too! Love from Melbourne my guy!

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  @PedroPlckle · 5 years ago

  Dude. Great channel. Never kneel on a solid floor without knee protection - not even one time. It&apos;s going through me, man. Stay safe. :-)

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