I am not looking for a great job. I have access to a cheap power painter that I think is typically used for painting houses. I only paid 300 for the truck and would like to keep this cheap. Please dont post that i should take it to a pro(cause I wont). I have spray painted a primer on already.
Thanks for all replies.
2007-03-08 10:32:32 · 5 answers · asked by bucketmouthhauler 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I have not done it myself, but I would try it. Maybe get the paint from a body shop. You might can save some money by just picking a light or dark color on the paint..... (instead of a "color chip" color, tell the guy to mix up leftover paint.
I once knew a guy that painted an old van with a roller, you know, like you would use on walls. It was far from perfect, but considering what it cost him.... It didn't look half bad.
2007-03-08 10:45:36 · answer #1 · answered by Marty N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a lumpy "orange peel" effect, go ahead on. A professional gun breaks the paint to a fine mist that is applied to the surface at a steady rate of pressure. Basically, this allows the paint to "flow" and creates a smooth finish. This is only part of the equation, there is a lot more to it, such as temperature, solvents, paint, etc. None of which is achieved with a Wagner house painting rig. Please say you'll take it to Maaco. For about $100-$150 you'll get a paint job that looks halfway decent and will last 2-3 years at least if you take care of it. Hell, it'd cost you that much just to buy the right paints, hardeners, solvents, etc.
2007-03-08 10:43:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you sand the primer coat with 320 to 400 grit...if you use a wagner, you'll have to use the .015" tip, and mixing the finish coat with the proper additive is necessary.
Yes, it can be done, but a cheap air paint gun and compressor is better...be careful, and pay attention to details, and you can get a pretty good finish.
2007-03-08 10:44:22 · answer #3 · answered by Michael B 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
...it will work but you've got to mix your paint a bit diff... and make sure you've tape'd up everything... The power sprayer will put out a wider and less detailed mist then an auto head...
Then too... in the tight places... get a real small roller...
2007-03-08 10:41:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it would look pretty bad but why not , the worst part will be getting that gun clean again. have fun
2007-03-08 12:02:06 · answer #5 · answered by sterling m 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋