Everything started off okay...
...and then I applied the clearcoat. For whatever reason, I got a frosted effect on much of the paint job.
This may be due to: a) a clogged nozzle, b) old clearcoat, c) it's just garbage, d) all of the above, or e) none of the above. I'm not sure which (just like when I used to take tests for real... when in doubt, go with C).
So I'm probably going to lightly sand with a high-numbered grit to see if I can get rid of the frost. Otherwise, I think I'm looking at repainting yet another piece. Grrr.
The silver part of the horseshoes went somewhat better, they don't get a clearcoat.
Tomorrow I plan to paint the rest of the horseshoes white, while I figure out what to do with the booster covers.
3 comments:
Did you give it enough time between coats?
How was the weather at that time?
I did some of my parts and I did the clear coat after 24 hours, So the blue had enough time from the drying agents to clear. I did this after I got the same effect on some parts like yours.
Sorry.
Calvin
Hi Calvin,
> Did you give it enough time between coats?
I did what I've done with all blue parts so far -- wait 10 minutes between each coat. So I did not give much time at all, just 'cause it's what has worked so far.
> How was the weather at that time?
That could be part of it, it's unusually humid for Southern California right now.
> I did some of my parts and I did the clear coat after 24 hours, So the blue had enough time from the drying agents to clear. I did this after I got the same effect on some parts like yours.
I think it may turn out okay. I just rubbed it down with a paper towel and am re-coating, and things are starting to look a bit better. It may be salvageable, we we'll see.
Thanks for the input, please keep it coming,
Victor
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