Clear Coats

[Chilli]

I clear coated my rigger tub with a two part rattle can. http://www.autobodytoolmart.com/spra...2-p-14525.aspx

It sprayed nice, but I just cant get the results I want (runs and overspray). I wet sanded the tub with 400 and 1000 grit and it has a nice matt finish with a slight gloss which I want to keep. My question is should I just leave it as is? Apply a coat of wax?

[CircusCircus]

Getting good results using Rattlecan clear are next to impossible, the stuff is not very durable. Also real automotive clear is sprayed through a paint gun at a higher pressure than you would apply base color, professional paint guns allow you to ajust your fan pattern, which you cant do with a Rattlecan, this is why you have dry spots or overspray spots. Almost any reputable body shop in your area will clear your boat for you for a fraction of the cost it would cost you to buy professional clear and do it yourself. Professional Clear will last a lifetime, Rattlecan clear will last a couple years if your lucky.

No wax, in theory it sounds like a good idea, but wax washes off the bottom of the boat when it is running, creating more friction. I would look at Blueprinting the bottom of the tub, this helps free-up the boat from the water.

If your not happy with the matte finish, just take some automotive compound ( like Meguirs) and buff the matted areas with a buffer or Dremel that has a buffer attachment and it will shine it right-up.

[detox]

If you can...sand down smooth using 600 grit...then try to spray another coat of clear. After second coat has cured...sand using 1500 grit ...then buff using polishing compound. I use Mequiers NEW ultra cut 105 compound, but 3M makes a good fast cut compound also (Pep Boys sells 3M brand).

[Brushless55]

wow, that clear is almost 20bucks a can!

[egneg]

Alsa has some good stuff but it's twice the price.

http://www.alsacorp.com/products/killercans/sc/speedclear.htm

[photohoward1]

I clear coated my rigger tub with a two part rattle can. http://www.autobodytoolmart.com/spra...2-p-14525.aspx

It sprayed nice, but I just cant get the results I want (runs and overspray). I wet sanded the tub with 400 and 1000 grit and it has a nice matt finish with a slight gloss which I want to keep. My question is should I just leave it as is? Apply a coat of wax?

THIS IS AUTOMOTIVE PAINT!

It is a 2 part (activated) Urethane. I just used it this weekend and had fantastic results. If you are getting runs then its to heavy. Lighten up on the strokes.

You need more like 1000 or 1600 grit then buff. (Tough to keep clean)
I thought $18 per can was affordable for what you get.

You can spray it over enamel (krylon) I have been told.

[HOTWATER]

Mike, how many coats have you put on so far? What is the air temp where you are spraying it?

The 2K should be durable...I also think the price is good for the convenience of it...

-Kent

[JimClark]

The auto Urethane's work well over decals also to seal them
Jim

[Chilli]

Thanks for the good info guys. The clear coat I used appears to be good stuff. I just don't know how to apply it. I have applied two coats and as stated I'm just laying it on too heavy. That being said, make sure you have adequate ventilation and a proper respirator. Once activated the can is only good for 24 hours so if you may want to wait till you have multiple projects/boats or you will be wasting much of what you paid for. The Spray Max does cure nice and hard. I like the matt finish because it looks more natural. The reason I asked about the wax was I was thinking the matt finish would be easier to stain and get dirty. I was planning on using it on the top and sides only.

[rchippie]

Im glad i found this thread . I have sealed up my VS-1 hull with 2 part epopxy on the seams. Know i need to clear the hull to help protect it . I Was thinking about using krylon clear coat. Because i have used it on my rigger & it looks pretty good. Any thoughts on this ?. Also does using a mat, satin or gloss clear coat make a difference ?.

[egneg]

Im glad i found this thread . I have sealed up my VS-1 hull with 2 part epopxy on the seams. Know i need to clear the hull to help protect it . I Was thinking about using krylon clear coat. Because i have used it on my rigger & it looks pretty good. Any thoughts on this ?. Also does using a mat, satin or gloss clear coat make a difference ?.

Only in appearance.

[Flying Scotsman]

If you want a shiny finish you will have to LIGHTLY wet sand from 800 to 2000 grit then polish the suface with a product with no wax. I use Pro products

http://www.prowax.com/

Douggie

[rchippie]

What grit of paper should i use to scuff the original coating on the vs-1, before i spray the krylon ?. Also should i scuff between the coats of krylon ?. Thank you

[Eodman]

Prior to spraying warm your can! Container full of hot water, Hair dryer, heat gun(be careful)

By warming you are raising the pressure inside!

[egneg]

Wet sand with 400 grit. Between clear coats depends on how long you wait - if you only wait for it to flash off then you don't need to but if it dries completely you will. Douggie's info is good after the final clear coat but I would not recommend it for anything less than an auto type clear.