Why paint the boat b4 you build it?

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  • JPriami
    N4FOX
    • Aug 2010
    • 1675

    #1

    Why paint the boat b4 you build it?

    So I've been watching some peoples boat builds from bare hulls. I'm curious why some of you are getting your boats paint and decal work done before you actually start building the boat?

    I've been around cars of all types my whole life. Race cars and show cars to restored antique cars. You dont paint the cars then build them. It's best to do all the major work first then paint it. Maybe even some reassembly after the paint depending on the type job it is, because some jobs you paint everything seperate. The reason you do this is because you want to lessen the chance of doing any damage to the paintwork. It makes sense to me from all I know and have learned doing cars to do the same to a boat build. Do all the work of drilling holes and mounting things, cutting etc etc. Then once the boat is working and good to go mechanically. Then take your hardware off and paint the hull.

    Interested in what others say. Maybe I'll learn something new about the rc boat building hobby.

    Thanks
    Land, Sea & Air, A true RC Addict.
  • ksm2001
    Senior Member
    • Jun 2007
    • 377

    #2
    I agree with you, paint after all the holes are drilled and hardware is fitted saves alot of grief. Its much easier to repair a mistake or scratch before you paint and most likely will never be noticed rather than trying to fix and touch up after its been painted. When building a hull with gel coat I mask off the hull before working on it.
    DF-29,Phil Thomas Super Sport 45, SV27, Xzess 2 Evo, HOTR 32" Cat

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    • rcboatmanwithkids2880
      Senior Member
      • Aug 2008
      • 340

      #3
      Hi J ,

      Good point you've brought up , i am sure it is to do with the fact that more than half the enjoyment in our hobby is in the build . So therefore astectically ( spelling ?? ) our project boat hulls are a blank canvas that inspire us to bring them to life so to speak , with colour schemes etc . Also , we may receive boat hull , a long time before we receive desired parts that will power them ...

      All the best in F/E R/C Boating ,
      Brad
      Roy Cooper's www.fastonwater.co.uk - Where Brittish Raceboat History Comes To Life !!!

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