|
|
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
<< Lancair Builders' Mail List >>
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>>
Hi Jim,
I'm not familiar with PPG-DCC. My understanding was that all of the UV
protection was provided by the clear coat. Guess I'll need to do even more
research since I am planning to use solid colors.
...Successfully eliminated ALL high and low spots from the upper wing surfaces
this past week. This is definitely where the fast build concept becomes pure
fantasy!!
Angier Ames
Jffarrell@aol.com wrote:
> Angier,
>
> It is difficult to estimate the exact quantity of paint required for your
> 360. It depends on the type of paint used. If you use the PPG - DBU basecoat
> you will probally need about 3 quarts of paint. You use just enough of this
> paint to cover and are not trying to build film thinkness. Your film
> thickness is built with your clear.
>
> If you use PPG - DCC as your base you will need more paint, probally 1-1/2
> gallons. In both cases you will need to use the same amount of clear, around
> 2 gallons.
>
> If you are using a non-metallic color I would suggest you go with the DCC
> paint and forget about the clear. If just adds more weight and makes the job
> harder to touch up if you get a chip or scratch. With the DCC paint, the
> clear adds nothing to the look. This is hard to believe, but I have painted a
> fender on a car with DCC and the adjacent door with DBU and clear, and could
> not tell the difference.
>
> If you are using a metallic color, you will need the clear to keep the paint
> from deteriorating. In this case I would suggest the DBU basecoat (which
> requires clear).
>
> In any event, to get a pristine job you will need to wet sand and buff after
> the painting is complete (at least the top surfaces which have a tendency to
> pick up trash and dust during the painting process, no matter how careful you
> are). The wet sanding will also take care of a run or dry spray.
>
> Also the use of a HVLP gun will cut your material requirements by about 30%.
> It will also be more enviromentally friendly if you are painting around your
> home or hanger.
>
> Jim Farrell
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
LML website: http://www.olsusa.com/Users/Mkaye/maillist.html
LML Builders' Bookstore: http://www.buildersbooks.com/lancair
Please send your photos and drawings to marvkaye@olsusa.com.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
|
|