DIY Paint Job...Progress & Updates ^-^

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Roadstah

Discussion Starter · Sep 20, 2006

Sup dudes (and dudettes, if any)...

Anyways, a few months ago, people were talking about a DIY paint job method using rollers...topic was here & on RDrift.com

So, I decided to try it out. I've been making very slow progress because I don't have a garage...and have been taking off pieces one at a time & bringing inside my apartment to paint (and dry & paint & dry).

Well, I'm still not finished, but thought I'd update a little...

1) So far, I've painted: gas-lid, trunk, hood, front fenders, rear center panel

2) I'm trying different mixes (ratio) of colors...its different shades on purpose, I'll recoat everything at once later

Tell me what you guys think...feedback would be appreciated (even negative ones)...THANKS!!!

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frictionfighter

· #2 · Sep 20, 2006

thats pretty sweet. i think the fender is the best shade

boogie van

· #3 · Sep 20, 2006

not a big fan of the mint green color, but of the pics posted I'd say the front fender turned out the best.

of course, with the right wheels, I just might change my mind about the color :mrgreen:

Bryan

· #4 · Sep 20, 2006

I like the fender. The color reminds me of Lance Schall's car...the color was Indian Torquoise.

As an aside...do a Google search for him...that guy is all over the place!

freedomgli

· #5 · Sep 20, 2006

Pretty sweet idea. DIY painting can be very hard and frustrating (and expensive) if you try to do it with spray paints as the tools and chemicals require skill and practice. If all you're looking for is a race car quality paint job and have lots of time on your hands to wet sand I think you could get decent results. The color reminds me of my old Bianchi celeste green.

clshrckr

· #6 · Sep 20, 2006

Re: So, I thought its time I give an update on the DIY Paint Job ^-^

nice i was thinking of a DIY paint job too

vicious-s

· #7 · Sep 21, 2006

it looks like its coming along very nicely. the trick to the roller method is patience, i know from experience.

Mr.Woolery

· #8 · Sep 21, 2006

Re: So, I thought its time I give an update on the DIY Paint Job ^-^

The color of wet Comet cleanser! :lol: =D>

Dicker

· #9 · Sep 21, 2006

I always knew you were a bit feminine jimmy

kotomile

· #10 · Sep 21, 2006

fender is better IMO

Is this supposed to be glossy in the end or flat to hide the roller marks (if any)?

Roadstah

Discussion Starter · #11 · Sep 22, 2006

Dicker @ Wed Sep 20 said:
I always knew you were a bit feminine jimmy

Ha-Ha...very funny, Derek! Hey, we're driving "girly cars" anyways...

And once again, these are not the final colors...I'm still messing w/ various shades. ^-^

Roadstah

Discussion Starter · #12 · Sep 22, 2006

kotomile @ Wed Sep 20 said:
fender is better IMO

Is this supposed to be glossy in the end or flat to hide the roller marks (if any)?

Well, there is quite a bit of running...due to my impatience, I guess. Also, there are some major air-bubbles that never fully popped.

But my plan of attack is this...I'm just gonna coat all the panels a section at a time...playing w/ various shades as I go...after enough coats have been applied, wet sand to remove all the runs & bubbles...then re-coat everything all over, this time at once w/ final shade...finally wet sand again w/ super fine grit paper...buff & polish.

Here's the thing, I don't expect this thing to come out as if a professional shop painted. I'll make it as perfect as I can before getting too lazy, and that's all I think we should expect for $100. Besides, if I were doing a plain color like white or black, it would be much easier. Mixing my own "special" shade of green (or any other color, for that matter) is a little more difficult.

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Roadstah

Discussion Starter · #13 · Sep 22, 2006

Another update...9-21-06 ^-^

Well, I've been trying to be productive on my day off...so did a little more painting today. I started the 1st coat on rear-bumper (took off mud-guards to do seperately)...and recoated pass. front fender.

Took a few more pix to show you guys...enjoy!!!

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Roadstah

Discussion Starter · #14 · Sep 22, 2006

Re: Another update...9-21-06 ^-^

...more

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fwdtamiya

· #15 · Sep 22, 2006

Re: Another update...9-21-06 ^-^

Is it really that hard to keep it in one thread? Anyway looks pretty nice

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vicious-s

· #16 · Sep 22, 2006

that will look fantastic man!

keep up the great work!

Roadstah

Discussion Starter · #17 · Sep 22, 2006

Re: Another update...9-21-06 ^-^

fwdtamiya @ Thu Sep 21 said:
Is it really that hard to keep it in one thread? Anyway looks pretty nice

Actually, I accidentally hit the "new topic" button instead of "reply"...but after I realized it, I was just like whatevers...hope it doesn't bother you too much, FWD

Thanks for the compliment, though!

Roadstah

Discussion Starter · #18 · Sep 22, 2006

vicious-s @ Thu Sep 21 said:
that will look fantastic man!

keep up the great work!

Thanks alot, VICIOUS...I will try to finish it soon so I can roll out to one of the meets!

djsqiigles

· #19 · Sep 22, 2006

Who's bumper is that? Very clean. PLease let me know.

And you know what, I am REALLY diggin that color!

-Paul

clshrckr

· #20 · Sep 22, 2006

Re: Another update...9-21-06 ^-^

man its lookin good

making me think of painting my car now

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