Need advise to spray paint fender flares

[yewlock]

I had under estimate my spray paint need. I only have enough base paint for 2 coats. I just wonder if 2 coats is enough or do I need 3 or more coats? Another question is can I mix other brands of clear coat? I means one coat of clear coat of brand A and 2 coats of clear coats of brand B.
Thanks in advance for any opinion.

[turboawd]

are you spray painting new flares? from a spray can?

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by turboawd

are you spray painting new flares? from a spray can?

yes

[turboawd]

paint form a spray can is not very durable. i would advise to have a bodyshop paint them for you.

[Doanster]

DIY painting is all about the effort and prep you put into it. If you do a half-hearted job, expect poor results/longevity. You paid good $$ for the fender flares so do it right. Get more base coat paint! Even your clear coat question doesn't make sense.
Run to the auto parts store and buy new cans of the same brand of clear to do all the flares. Why mix and match to save a few bucks???

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by turboawd

paint form a spray can is not very durable. i would advise to have a bodyshop paint them for you.

Just try do enjoy the fun of DIY.

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by Doanster

DIY painting is all about the effort and prep you put into it. If you do a half-hearted job, expect poor results/longevity. You paid good $$ for the fender flares so do it right. Get more base coat paint! Even your clear coat question doesn't make sense.
Run to the auto parts store and buy new cans of the same brand of clear to do all the flares. Why mix and match to save a few bucks???

It is not from Auto parts shop. I have to wait for few days for shipment because order online.
Got your point. Going to order more.

[DuSh]

That's probably my fault. I should have told OP from the beginning to order more. He asked about it in different thread and I said 1 can of clear coat should be enough. I was wrong apparently. It's a 12oz can and when I used it - it was enough, but everyone applies clear coat differently. Sorry man

[turboawd]

bare fender flares are black. are you using a primer? or are these flares pre primed?
how much paint you use will vary on what color you're using. painting white over black will require more base. black over black, you can spray the base a bit thin if you had to.
the clear is what you dont want too thin as that is your protection layer.

[CeeTeeX5]

I’ve done quite a few DIY painting projects and learned to always get more paint/supplies than you think you’ll need. I’ll echo the rest of the folks and suggest just buying more of the right stuff before starting the project.

[originalgoods13]

My experience with DIY paint is that it's "temporary" sooner or later it will chip off or look ugly.

Off the shelf does not really offer good selection and quality of paint. But there are automotive shops and can mix you a good paint and clear coat and put it in a spray can.

The preparation of the surface is the hardest part, as well as not having dust and particles land on the fresh paint.

It is just a pain in the ass over all. Leave it to the experts.

I did have excellent results with patience but for that much time and resources from scratch, just befriend a good automotive shop and you're golden.

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by DuSh

That's probably my fault. I should have told OP from the beginning to order more. He asked about it in different thread and I said 1 can of clear coat should be enough. I was wrong apparently. It's a 12oz can and when I used it - it was enough, but everyone applies clear coat differently. Sorry man

It is my fault. I maybe holding the spray can a bit far than recommended distance. The coat is a bit thick too. First time DIY paint work. Lesson learn

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by originalgoods13

My experience with DIY paint is that it's "temporary" sooner or later it will chip off or look ugly.

Off the shelf does not really offer good selection and quality of paint. But there are automotive shops and can mix you a good paint and clear coat and put it in a spray can.

The preparation of the surface is the hardest part, as well as not having dust and particles land on the fresh paint.

It is just a pain in the ass over all. Leave it to the experts.

I did have excellent results with patience but for that much time and resources from scratch, just befriend a good automotive shop and you're golden.

California automotive shop use water based paint instead of solvent paint. I had bad experience with water paint. This is the reason that I try to DIY too.

[DuSh]

That ScratchWizard paint is not a simple can paint - it's mixed on site individually and put into cans. It's a complex formula and a very good product. I did side skirts on my previous Alpine White e90 and paint held without issues

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by turboawd

bare fender flares are black. are you using a primer? or are these flares pre primed?
how much paint you use will vary on what color you're using. painting white over black will require more base. black over black, you can spray the base a bit thin if you had to.
the clear is what you dont want too thin as that is your protection layer.

2 coats of primer then 2 coats of base paint. I will order more to make it 4 coats of base then 4 coats of clear coats.

[Bt12]

Originally Posted by yewlock

2 coats of primer then 2 coats of base paint. I will order more to make it 4 coats of base then 4 coats of clear coats.

Make sure you clear within a certain amount of time...

If you go to the paint section on my front lip diy... you can see the process of painting it... on my old golf R. I have lots of pictures.

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthrea...topics/6979321

[MN2///M]

I don't understand folks using spray cans to customize their $70k SUV. If you really want to do this kind of stuff yourself, invest in a detail automotive trim sprayer like this one:
https://www.amazon.com/oz-Adjustable.../dp/B00O3AHDGM

In my experience the automotive paint supply store folks are super helpful and will help you get the right stuff in the right amounts. Mixing is very easy and you end up with a finished product that is just as good as any body shop.

Depending on the size of the project, might be more expensive when you factor the cost of the spray gun, but evens out over a couple of projects and ends up costing less in the long run.

For folks in high humidity areas, a water seperator on your air supply is a must for a good finish.

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by MN2///M

I don't understand folks using spray cans to customize their $70k SUV. If you really want to do this kind of stuff yourself, invest in a detail automotive trim sprayer like this one:
https://www.amazon.com/oz-Adjustable.../dp/B00O3AHDGM

In my experience the automotive paint supply store folks are super helpful and will help you get the right stuff in the right amounts. Mixing is very easy and you end up with a finished product that is just as good as any body shop.

Depending on the size of the project, might be more expensive when you factor the cost of the spray gun, but evens out over a couple of projects and ends up costing less in the long run.

For folks in high humidity areas, a water seperator on your air supply is a must for a good finish.

Thanks for the suggestion. Will use spray gun paint on next project when I get the front lips.

[yewlock]

Originally Posted by Bt12

Make sure you clear within a certain amount of time...

If you go to the paint section on my front lip diy... you can see the process of painting it... on my old golf R. I have lots of pictures.

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthrea...topics/6979321

Very nice looking lips.

[MN2///M]

Originally Posted by yewlock

Very nice looking lips.