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Post by testticool on Jan 29, 2004 17:24:34 GMT -5
This may go under a dif section, not sure.
Anyway, I need to know the most COST effective way of painting a gun. I have no access to airbrush or anything over $10 ;D
Basically I need to know techniques. How can I maximize the effectiveness of spraypaint?
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Post by xaos on Jan 29, 2004 23:01:15 GMT -5
Use good spraypaint. After painting, layer on several coats of dull clear coat.
For camo patterns, stencils work nicely...you don't need a ton of patterns, just make a few and rotate them different ways.
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Post by Motown on Jan 29, 2004 23:08:45 GMT -5
If you just plan on making a "stripe" disruptive pattern, invest in some good painters tape and pattern in that way.
It's also better if you separate your gun into the three basic parts, however, other people have been able to do a good job by not doing thus.
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Post by testticool on Jan 30, 2004 16:07:47 GMT -5
Actually i was just planning on doing a flat black for my AK47, and possibly my M14. Just the woodgrain parts.
and whats "the three basic parts"? I was just planning on completely removing the pieces i want to paint then paint them away from everything else.
I;ve also heard of "cleaning" the part prior to painting. Obviously, i will wash it. But i've also heard of a slight sanding or something to get a ruff surface to recieve the paint better? Is this a good move? I do have a dremel with a wire brush which would give a very very very fine "sanding". Think I should do this?
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Post by Motown on Jan 30, 2004 16:31:31 GMT -5
Stock/Foregrip, Receiver, Barrel.
For the AK, then just remove the stock and foregrip, the M14, remove the stock.
Using fine sandpaper would work ok as it's only to rough up the "glossy" surface so it will actually hold the paint without putting on a ton of coats for the same effect (same as with painting models). I would say go purchase some 00/000 fine sandpaper instead of using a dremel equipped with a wire brush, as it would be bit safer I suppose, without totally chewing up the plastic parts.
--I should add, the more fine the sandpaper, the less visible scuff marks will be present.
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Post by xaos on Jan 30, 2004 18:13:34 GMT -5
A dremel with a wire brush will tear the shit out of your gun. Don't do that. Follow Motown's advice...get a couple sheets of sandpaper, and just go over the pieces lightly...until you don't see the "gloss" of smooth plastic. If you're *really* serious about getting a good finish, you can wet-sand between coats of spraypaint also...but this is pretty unnecessary for an airsoft gun, IMO.
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Post by 21CA-Iceman on Jan 31, 2004 8:27:21 GMT -5
Hey man I have a complete airbrush set with miniture aircompressor, heck I think that I even have the paints. Although you might want to get your own paint, I think mine is water based. Give me a shout if you want to use it.
-Bill
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Post by testticool on Jan 31, 2004 11:07:46 GMT -5
I'd love to use it but i think you're a little far away (3 hour drive). I guess i'll go with spray paints for now. Thanks for everyones help.
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Post by Munin on Feb 2, 2004 10:56:52 GMT -5
A word of warning: use very high grit sandpaper when roughening the surface of the pieces you're going to paint. At least 400 grit. Anything lower will leave visible gouges and make it look like crap.
Your other option is to use Krylon Fusion paint. It actually bonds to the plastic and is a lot more resilient to wear and tear than regular spray paint.
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Post by testticool on Feb 2, 2004 17:04:47 GMT -5
Krylon Fusion Paint eh? Is that a normal item at hardware stores? Or will I have to go fishin around for some?
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Post by Munin on Feb 2, 2004 17:33:56 GMT -5
Most hardware stores should have it. Meijer also carries it.
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Post by testticool on Feb 2, 2004 21:02:17 GMT -5
thanks a ton
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Post by ravenes on Feb 11, 2004 20:01:39 GMT -5
don't forget that krylon fusion only comes in gloss finishes. Gloss finishes also show the most inperfections on any surface, and Motown's suggestion is good accept that 00/000 is the "grit" of steel wool which would leave a ton of swirl marks.
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Post by testticool on Feb 11, 2004 20:13:04 GMT -5
thanks but i already painted and it looks great.
for future painters: simply wash parts, apply 1 coat of Rust-Oleum Plastic Primer, then proceed to paint.
I used Rust-Oleum Camoflauge Matt Black
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