Getting ready for Paint

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Trying to get this thing rubbed down ready to paint, going to Hand Paint, brush / roller.
Anyway problem is I have no electric, just generator when it works, and hand tools,
Not done this before so dont know how far I have to go before I start priming, took me all weekend to almost get both wings done, using one of these wheels on cordless grinder, https://www.screwfix.com/p/non-woven-preparation-wheel-115mm/606jj it does the job but lost count of how many batteries I have gone through. Not looking for a shiny show room finish, somthing like my bulkhead which I have already painted will do.
Do I have to get every bit back to bare metal before I prime it ? or will what it is like in pics do, it is quite smooth and like I said does not have to look like a super car paint job, its only a Land rover

 

[Paul d]

I would say that looks good to me ,when I had mine sprayed I did all the sanding down and prep , I didn’t go right back to the metal in places mainly because I got fed up doing it ,but I think it was as flat as possible..I used a wet n dry to sand mine down no power tools just different grades ..harsh one to start with then a fine one at the end .you should get a good finish on that surface .

Trying to get this thing rubbed down ready to paint, going to Hand Paint, brush / roller.
Anyway problem is I have no electric, just generator when it works, and hand tools,
Not done this before so dont know how far I have to go before I start priming, took me all weekend to almost get both wings done, using one of these wheels on cordless grinder, https://www.screwfix.com/p/non-woven-preparation-wheel-115mm/606jj it does the job but lost count of how many batteries I have gone through. Not looking for a shiny show room finish, somthing like my bulkhead which I have already painted will do.
Do I have to get every bit back to bare metal before I prime it ? or will what it is like in pics do, it is quite smooth and like I said does not have to look like a super car paint job, its only a Land rover

 

[hood135]

As long you get all the flaking paint off then it should be all good. You may find that applying the first coat of primer pulls up small flakes of paint even after sanding, don't worry if that happens just sand it down before applying a second coat of primer.

Pictures of post sanding, post primer and post first top coat of my vehicle. I used a foam roller for mine, less chance of getting bits of roller stuck in your paintwork.

 

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I would say that looks good to me ,when I had mine sprayed I did all the sanding down and prep , I didn’t go right back to the metal in places mainly because I got fed up doing it ,but I think it was as flat as possible..I used a wet n dry to sand mine down no power tools just different grades ..harsh one to start with then a fine one at the end .you should get a good finish on that surface .


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Thanks Just what I wanted to hear, Cracking Job there,

As long you get all the flaking paint off then it should be all good. You may find that applying the first coat of primer pulls up small flakes of paint even after sanding, don't worry if that happens just sand it down before applying a second coat of primer.

Pictures of post sanding, post primer and post first top coat of my vehicle. I used a foam roller for mine, less chance of getting bits of roller stuck in your paintwork.

Great Thanks ,Great job on yours too.
Need to do the rear tub and doors next,
What Primer did Yous both Use ?

 

[hood135]

I used this stuff: https://www.paints4trade.com/military-vehicle-qd-anti-corrosive-hi-build-primer-2150-p.asp

 

[hood135]

Although I did also use this on my galvanised crossmember and bumper to ensure the top coat stuck...

Special Metals Primer

Water-based primer for adhesion to stainless steel and non-ferrous metals. A smooth even finish for ideal topcoat adhesion. Only one coat required.

www.hammerite.co.uk

 

[Paul d]

What Primer did Yous both Use ?…

I didn’t apply mine so no use to you ..but can find out if you get stuck for an answer .

 

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Thanks been using Etch primer from spray can but the bloody stuff has just gone up to a tenner a tin from y local place.
Get my paint from here https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/254938668237 god stuff think they do a primer too

 

[Neil]

Although I did also use this on my galvanised crossmember and bumper to ensure the top coat stuck...

Special Metals Primer

Water-based primer for adhesion to stainless steel and non-ferrous metals. A smooth even finish for ideal topcoat adhesion. Only one coat required.

www.hammerite.co.uk

Don't let @Big Sandy see you using that

 

[Paul d]

Don't let @Big Sandy see you using that

Glad you said it before me I thought it but couldn’t put it into words .

 

[hood135]

Don't let @Big Sandy see you using that

Better not tell him I used Smooth Black Hammerite for the crossmember and bumper too.

 

[Big Sandy]

Hammershite.

 

[Big Sandy]

Even spock agrees about hammershite.

 

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Bit more done just the roof and tailgate to go.
Ordered Etch primer and more paint from smith and allen yesaterday , now they tell me they are out of stock of etch, really needed it for this weekend, most on ebay are not gauranteed to get here on time so will have to try and find some locally.

 

[Cliff4WD]

Bit more done just the roof and tailgate to go.
Ordered Etch primer and more paint from smith and allen yesaterday , now they tell me they are out of stock of etch, really needed it for this weekend, most on ebay are not gauranteed to get here on time so will have to try and find some locally.

I'd recommend that you use epoxy primer instead of the etch, it sticks and seals and provides a very good base coat primer which can be flatted if needed to provide a very good surface for top coats.

 

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Had a go tonight does not seem to bad can see a few bits that might need a light sanding again, shall I use wet and dry for that and what grade ? The primer is quite thin although there is no thinners added, it states that it is ready to brush or roll straight from the tin, so think it will need maybe 3 coats depending what the second is like.

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3 coats of primer, Can anyone notice the stupid mistake though?
Sanded a few bits here and there , there is one or two dents but it s good enough for me , will look brand new from a 100yards

Gonna start with top coat tomorrow, still got the roof to sand down should have really done that before I started priming body. going for limestone white for roof and bits on cab.

 

[Paul d]

3 coats of primer, Can anyone notice the stupid mistake though?
Sanded a few bits here and there , there is one or two dents but it s good enough for me , will look brand new from a 100yards

Gonna start with top coat tomorrow, still got the roof to sand down should have really done that before I started priming body. going for limestone white for roof and bits on cab.

Mistake ? No

 

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Mistake ? No

Not sure if its a mistake or not but I have painted, primed over the capping on top of rear tub that runs along in line with top of the bottom half of door if you know what I mean, a Mate called in and said these should be left . galve color.

 

[Paul d]

Not sure if its a mistake or not but I have painted, primed over the capping on top of rear tub that runs along in line with top of the bottom half of door if you know what I mean, a Mate called in and said these should be left . galve color.

I see ,down to preferred finish I think I’ve seen them left bare or painted ..people do like a bit of galvanised showing .