Body and exterior tips
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== Paint and spray guns== | == Paint and spray guns== | ||
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*When opening a can of paint, punch a hole 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. | *When opening a can of paint, punch a hole 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. | ||
*Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as scrapers for paint cans. | *Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as scrapers for paint cans. | ||
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*When opening a gallon of paint that isn't all going to be used immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. While pouring, intermix the paint; pour a little bit into each can at a time. | *When opening a gallon of paint that isn't all going to be used immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. While pouring, intermix the paint; 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. | *Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener. | ||
| − | *It's very important to keep the nozzles of spray cans clean. Be sure to shake spray cans for the amount of time listed on the can, no less. After shaking, turn the can upside down and spray once to clear the nozzle. When done spraying, turn the can upside down, and clear the nozzle and pickup tube by spraying out all of the paint that is inside them. For more details, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/what-proper-way-spray-paint-can-41513.html#post285843 Rattle can basics]. | + | *It's very important to keep the nozzles of spray cans clean. Be sure to shake spray cans for the amount of time listed on the can, no less. After shaking, turn the can upside down and spray once to clear the nozzle. When done spraying, turn the can upside down, and clear the nozzle and pickup tube by spraying out all of the paint that is inside them. Then wipe the nozzle clean with a suitable solvent. This will return the nozzle to nearly new condition and will greatly extend its life. For more details, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/what-proper-way-spray-paint-can-41513.html#post285843 Rattle can basics]. |
===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ||
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