Since this first appeared on the Internet, a number of folks have put this technique to the test including the folks over at Hot Rod. So, since it looks like my hunt for bargain parts is going to take me awhile, Abigail and I decided to start our own paint experiment on the hood of the Volts-Wagen.
In case you didn't want to hit the links I included, the way you do this budget paint job is to use Rustoleum thinned to an almost watery consistency with mineral spirits. You apply the paint with a high density foam roller, and foam brush, wet sand and repeat about six times. Finally you finish the job with some quality time with polishing compound and a buffer. Lots of money for a professional paint job is replaced with lots of labor in your own garage.
Today we applied the first coat after a good wet sanding with 1000 grit sandpaper. The first coat turned out even better than we expected. If this turns out like we would like, this is going to be one good looking EV.
The pictures don't show up with the actual color. We'll try to get pictures outside in a few days as we update our progress.
Here is a better view of the first coat. All the people who have done this say the first coat always looks bad. So, it looks like we are doing it right, |
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