_Corsa-Boy_
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i am thinking of spraying my Corsa my self and have a few questions on how i should do it
What should i remove from the car b4 i start spraying it?
what paint is best 2 use? (i wanna spray it Black) where can i get it from?
i know that a lot of prep work is needed but how do i no wen ive done enough and is there any sanding tools i can use 2 make it easier?
can I coat the car in anything after ive painted it?
How long should it take?
thanxs 4 any help
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vauxtillidie
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heres my tip talkin from experience - leave it to the profesionals mate (assumin ur not a profesional) but if u were u'd probably know the answer to the above questions!
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animality-gt
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u can use a thing to strip thepaint called noitromorsite. just apply it with a brush and it wuill peel it off its like an acid but wont do anythin to d metal.
rage extreme sell ALL colours plus manufactures colours so just contac them or ur local paint factor.
wit the nitromorseite there isn much sanding to do but its best to sand it all irst to get a good finish. its probly bes to do it by hand,u cud use a belt sander but it wud giv a shit finish.
after uve done it just spray it wit any amount of laquer lots of cots for real deep finish and a couple of coats for well...a not deep finish thing ?
im not sure on the proces of primer and stuff like that so sumone else can help at that.
dont even think of doin it by pray can u better off get or hirean air gun and compressor than do a shit job.
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vauxtillidie
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is the paint job crap at the mo? surely u wont need to strip the paint completley, i wud have thought just rubbing down with 400/800 grit wud be fine depending on condition of the current paint job
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_Corsa-Boy_
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until its down 2 the are metal?
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Ryan L
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i wouldn't use a sanding machine or anything you'll just get loads of flat spots
[Edited on 12-06-2003 by Ryan L]
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vauxtillidie
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u wont need to go to bare metal, just use 400 grit sandpaper to take the shine off the paint, u wont need primer either unless uve done any repairs or used body filler anywhere
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Kris TD
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me and my dad do all spraying on mine, his and my bros car. a lot of knowledge is needed which only comes from experience and practice. from what you have said i dont truthfully think you would come out with a result your happy with. not a dig towards your ability but its something that isnt as easy as you think to do.
try spraying small easy shpaed things first and see if you like what you see. its more than just a case of primer paint and laquer too. you also may need to use an isolater depending on what paint your going to be using, and mixing the paint which i still havent got the hang off, let my dad do that.
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david dickson
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YEah, I would agree with Kris, spraying isnt easy if you dont know what you are doing. LEave it to the pro`s if you are at all unsure.
If you want to DIY, then remove as much trim as you can, ie wheel arches, door handles, lights, window rubbers if you can.
Rub it down with 400grit wetndry paper, using the paper wet to stop it clogging up. You dont need to rub down to bare metal, just take off all old polish etc and get a smooth finish. Use filler on any wee dents and dings, and remove all traces of rust or it WILL come back through the new paint in a few weeks time.
Mask everything off that you couldnt remove, (wheels, glass etc)very carefully. Nothing looks worse than overspray everywhere or poorly masked edges.
Once it is all rubbed down, clean it off and apply the primer, The technique for spraying with a comprssor and gun takes a little practice so try it out on a spare door or bonnnet or something.
Leave the paint to dry overnight and then lightly rub over it with 800grit wetndry paper, again using it wet. Re-do any bits of filler that might need it and apply more primer if needed. After its rubbed, you should have a smooth coating of primer that feels almost as smooth as glass.
Also black is a colour that shows up every tiny imperfection, your prep work has to be absolutely perfect to get a smooth flawless finish.
Apply the top-coat using the same technique, and allow it to dry. Give it several thin coats.
Once it has dried fully it will probably have a slight orange-peel finish, so use 1200 grit wetndry keeping the paper soaking wet to rub it all perfectly smooth, then polish it up to a good shine.
You could use cellulose or 2pack paint. 2pack gives a better finish, but is very toxic and requires specialist breathing equipment. Cellulose is easier to get hold of and cheaper too.
Haynes do a "bodywork repair manual" which covers everything you willl need to know.
As I said, if in any doubt, leave it to a profesional.
[Edited on 13-06-2003 by david dickson]
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M2RTY
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2pac is toxic!! now u tell me :s ]
never wore a mask once  shit :s
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anz
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im with u on this one marv, sprayed a fair bit of 2pac, never wore a mask, felt like ive smoked 2387328 fags tho after ive finished lol
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NPac
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m8 dont listen 2 any1 that sez take it 2 the pro's. Go 4 it, wot hav y got 2 lose, if u fuck it all up and after a try, well at least u giv it a shot. then take it 2 a pro. From experience i reckon the person thats gonna do the best job on ur car and take most pride in doin it... is urself! Good Luck M8
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bigscottyboy
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does your local college do a spray course? either get yourself on it or have a hord with sum guys on it if u can.
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STEvieXE
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ur brave anyway m8y
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Kris TD
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quote:
Originally posted by anz
im with u on this one marv, sprayed a fair bit of 2pac, never wore a mask, felt like ive smoked 2387328 fags tho after ive finished lol
or alternatively you get the 2pac which doesnt contain cyanide. its the laquer which fucks u up, not the paint.
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Dicky_Morris
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black is gonna b a bitch unless the bodywork is perfect.my gfs dad is a sprayer and he fills and then sprays it with black b4 rubbin it down! if ur gonna fill any dings... do this and the black spots left will show you where you need to fill it a bit more! trust! MAKE SURE THE BODY IS PERFECT! b4 u go and spray... im talkin DAYS! just filling dinks!theres no need 2 remove arches etc if ur colour coding! use thick masking tape to seal the rubbers that hold the windows, and cover the windows with brown paper!
i got a black corsa sri and its a bitch 2 keep lookin alf tidy! avin my bumpers colour coded  but mate go 4 it! shit hot if u can do it!
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Garnz
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My mate has sprayed his car himself matt blackk looks the balls escort cossie replica gets noticed all the time. Sprayed it with 4 halfords matt black spray cans cost him £20 good job!
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Red_SXi
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quote:
Originally posted by Garnz
My mate has sprayed his car himself matt blackk looks the balls escort cossie replica gets noticed all the time. Sprayed it with 4 halfords matt black spray cans cost him £20 good job!
Or not..............
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antscorsa
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bullshit it took me nearly 3 cans of paint to do my 4 arches and handles, and also it would look pony spraying whole car
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Red_SXi
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Please Refer to my recent Poll.....
http://www.corsasport.co.uk/board/viewthread.php?tid=74181
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Kris TD
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4 spray cans, whatever, you would need about 50.
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-Aliba-
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4 spray cans for the full car spot the tit!
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Danz_Corsa
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quote:
Originally posted by Garnz
My mate has sprayed his car himself matt blackk looks the balls escort cossie replica gets noticed all the time. Sprayed it with 4 halfords matt black spray cans cost him £20 good job!
notice the word replica, I'm guessing he has a model cossie???
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LukeGSi
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quote:
Originally posted by Garnz
My mate has sprayed his car himself matt blackk looks the balls escort cossie replica gets noticed all the time. Sprayed it with 4 halfords matt black spray cans cost him £20 good job!
fool
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LukeGSi
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after painting your car with rattle cans ive heard a good spray of this makes it look amazing
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