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We just did one that was kind of different. We were going for a machined look for the install. So we build an amp rack out of square tube metal. We kept that theme going with a metal "cage" for the sub box and optima battery. The box has an unusual finish. Our shop does outside sales for Linex spray in liner, so we had them spray the box. It turned out real good. The Brahma was inverse mounted, and we sanded off the black paint on the back plate and brushed it to match the rest of the metal in the install.
Just to add, as a joke we had them spray our toilet seat at work without telling the boss. It took him a couple days to find it. It's actually quite comfortable, and you don't have to worry about slipping off.
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Hahaham that would kool for a while, then its would look like crap. It would get all dirty and blah. >So more layers of primer will make paint smoother? When I put the paint on, it was smooth as glass. Like, amazing. Then i sanded the paint to see what would happen and it was just crappy. Maybe the paint i have is more "rubbery" than others?
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Thanx alot for your help. I used 4 layers of primer(with sanding between the coats) I also used black 1000 grit paper. It was smooooth as hell! Can you teach my your raking technique! haha. I gotta get some style here! So my best bet is just one nice layer of paint right? not 2 or 3?
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when you try to paint over 1000 grit sanded primer, you might run into adhesion problems or drip problems. I use no finer than 600 grit and it is shiny by the time i'm done. my dad paints cars for a living, and he says to use 3 thin coats of primer, wetsand it with 400 grit then spray 2 thin coats of paint it and use 1500-2000 grit on the paint then use rubbing compound on that to eliminate scratches. it turns out very nice if you do it right. keyword being IF.
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to make any finish really shine, you need to polish it. even paint. start at no less than 400 grit and work your way up. the process depends on the materials used. many materials have a specific compound available to finish it off.
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Hey Bidnyk...I just recently finished painting my sub box and used a lotta primer first. Althought I didn't sand the primer at all, the finish paint still came out a nice shiny smooth finish. I used a black wrinkle finish for my box, but I think the cold in the garage affected it which IMO doesn't look to good. I'll get some pics of my box up sometime this week...and hit me up on AIM if ya can!!
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wrinkle paint needs def needs heat. I have used a couple different kinds. they both were very similar. the stuff doesn't wrinkle until it cures. the faster it cures, the more aggresive the wrinkle. aka, if you use a heat lamp/gun you can get some major wrinkle action.
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quote:Originally posted by cncguy: Hey Bidnyk...I just recently finished painting my sub box and used a lotta primer first. Althought I didn't sand the primer at all, the finish paint still came out a nice shiny smooth finish. I used a black wrinkle finish for my box, but I think the cold in the garage affected it which IMO doesn't look to good. I'll get some pics of my box up sometime this week...and hit me up on AIM if ya can!!
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I can show you some cool pics of some installs I have done but the latest fiberglass install is covered completely in Rhino lining and was at SEMA in the RHINO booth and is getting a few updates before it goes to the winter Rhino meeting in Arizona to recieve the award for the vehicle of year for Rhino!
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