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==Paint and spray guns -- '''click the [edit] link on the right to edit or add tips ==>'''== | ==Paint and spray guns -- '''click the [edit] link on the right to edit or add tips ==>'''== | ||
*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). | ||
*For consistent film build, don't start and stop at the same point every coat. For more information and photos, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html#post542621 Spray Technique]. | *For consistent film build, don't start and stop at the same point every coat. For more information and photos, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html#post542621 Spray Technique]. | ||
*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]. |