Body and exterior tips
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| + | ===Handling paints and finishes=== | ||
| + | *For easier pouring, affix a 2-inch piece of masking tape to the edge of a large gallon of paint. Pour the paint over the piece of tape like a "tongue" on a can. | ||
| + | *Use a ladle for handling paint. | ||
| + | *For stirring paint, use inexpensive "jumbo sticks", tongue depressors, popsicle sticks, wood sticks, or butter knives. | ||
| + | *When opening a can of paint, punch a few holes in the trough where the lid sits. That way, excess paint will drain out of the trough and into the can, rather than splattering when placing the lid back on the can. | ||
| + | *Paint and exterior products can be mixed in cleaned bottle caps, Pyrex cups, small medicine cups, plastic cups, shot glasses, or glass measuring cups. However, [http://www.ezmix.com EZ Mix] cups are generally preferred. Containers with measurements on the side are generally most useful. Paper cups are cautioned against because some may have a wax coating. Paint stirring sticks with marks for different mix ratios can also be useful. | ||
| + | *When mixing double portions of paint or primer, mix one portion at a time. For example, 8:2:1 is easier to keep track of than 16:4:2. After mixing each individual portion, add the two portions together and mix well again. | ||
| + | *Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as paint-can scrapers. | ||
| + | *When opening a gallon of paint that you aren't going to use all of immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. Intermix the paint in the cans as you pour; pour a little bit into each can at a time. | ||
| + | *Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener. | ||
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| + | ===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ||
*Practice spray technique with water in the gun. | *Practice spray technique with water in the gun. | ||
*Don't end your pass right at the end of the panel, where the masking begins. To prevent buildup, and to ensure an even coat, run your color over into the paper a good distance (up to a foot has been recommended). | *Don't end your pass right at the end of the panel, where the masking begins. To prevent buildup, and to ensure an even coat, run your color over into the paper a good distance (up to a foot has been recommended). | ||
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*Use proper gun travel techniques. For more information, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html#post542807 Basics of Gun Travel]. | *Use proper gun travel techniques. For more information, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html#post542807 Basics of Gun Travel]. | ||
*To paint something in a tight area without access, use a paper towel tube. Spray down the tube as it's held over the spot you need to paint. | *To paint something in a tight area without access, use a paper towel tube. Spray down the tube as it's held over the spot you need to paint. | ||
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*Using a file or a fine hack saw, scribe a line in the 12 o'clock position on your gun when it's turned in all the way. This will make it easier to keep track of when you're adjusting your gun. | *Using a file or a fine hack saw, scribe a line in the 12 o'clock position on your gun when it's turned in all the way. This will make it easier to keep track of when you're adjusting your gun. | ||
| + | *Never use anything metal for cleaning paint guns. | ||
| + | *For very small tasks, an airbrush may be helpful. | ||
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