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I am taking my 1940 LaSalle down to bare metal one piece at a time. I then DA with 80 grit and spray 2 wet coats of SPI black after SPI w and g remover. So far, I am very pleased with the performance.
Now on to filler. After applying filler, I am spraying 2 more coats and I can still see my bodywork once dry. The filler is sucking up the epoxy, showing every line with clarity. Am I doing something wrong?
Second question deals with rolling SPI. With me doing this myself in my garage or backyard, I would like to try rolling on the big spots so as to not disturb the neighbors. A fender is one thing to spray, the whole car is another. I figure I will be blocking out the imperfections between coats anyway. What is the best type of roller for a smooth, flat finish? I have had decent results using a foam roller, but have heard a short nap may be better. Should I thin before rolling?
My intent is to get the car in a couple of good coats of epoxy for protection. Block it smooth and take it to someone to shoot a final coat of epoxy in a booth. Then drive a bit while I decide the finish color. Once I decide, then I will apply more SPI and start from there.
Thanks in advance for the guidance.
David
Now on to filler. After applying filler, I am spraying 2 more coats and I can still see my bodywork once dry. The filler is sucking up the epoxy, showing every line with clarity. Am I doing something wrong?
Second question deals with rolling SPI. With me doing this myself in my garage or backyard, I would like to try rolling on the big spots so as to not disturb the neighbors. A fender is one thing to spray, the whole car is another. I figure I will be blocking out the imperfections between coats anyway. What is the best type of roller for a smooth, flat finish? I have had decent results using a foam roller, but have heard a short nap may be better. Should I thin before rolling?
My intent is to get the car in a couple of good coats of epoxy for protection. Block it smooth and take it to someone to shoot a final coat of epoxy in a booth. Then drive a bit while I decide the finish color. Once I decide, then I will apply more SPI and start from there.
Thanks in advance for the guidance.
David