How to properly pain a 2-slot cover?

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I want to paint my 2-slot cover but I know I need to take some steps to properly do it, like maybe sand it down then paint it.

My question is :

1. Should I sand it down and what grain sandpaper should I use? - I know it shouldn't be to much nor to little but wanted to get some advice from some members.

2. Should I use a special type of paint to paint the cover? Maybe some sort of paint that is used for metal? Or do people use spray paint?

3. I want to maybe paint it red or black if I choose red does anyone know what color red it is or can I take a swatch (<- Not sure if thats the correct word) like a piece of paper that has the exact red I want and they might be able to make it for me unless I need to buy a special paint that I have no option to choose the color.

4. Does anyone know what I need to buy to put over the paint so it leaves a glossy finish?

Last but not least should I spray it before I consolize it or should I do it afterwards?
 
yoko kurama

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Paint the cover after you have drilled all the holes in it - grit of sand paper should be like 300 to 500 first and then work to like 1000 to 2000 grit tomake sure you get it smooth....as for paint, really a powder coat would last longer and look better - and for something that small - probably like $30 to $45 for the to do all the work for you :) sand and coat and bake it on to give you a nice finished look :)
 
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yoko kurama said:
Paint the cover after you have drilled all the holes in it - grit of sand paper should be like 300 to 500 first and then work to like 1000 to 2000 grit tomake sure you get it smooth....as for paint, really a powder coat would last longer and look better - and for something that small - probably like $30 to $45 for the to do all the work for you :) sand and coat and bake it on to give you a nice finished look :)
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Is it wise to sand down the cover before sending it to be powder coated?
 
Xian Xi

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You should sand it down smooth before any type of finishing, even powder coating as some slot covers have rust on them. If rust is present the powder coat won't stick to that spot well since it's oxidized. The electrical current needs to be able to run through the entire surface for maximum adhesion. Without sanding it down properly you are likely to be prone to chipping.
 
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+1 for powder coat

As long as your having it powder coated, have the shop media blast it as well. Those covers are extremely prone to oxidizaton, and sanding while helpfull, isn't exactly the best way to remove it.
 
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Yup, by all means if they can sand blast it for you, do it.
 
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Sandblasting is probably to abrasive for the cover, I would use an acrylic bead.

As far as what's available in your area, who knows. Look for a company that supplies industrial coatings and see if they can give you then names of some shops in the area.

If anyone really needs any help with paint/powder coat/surface prep. feel free to pm me. I've been in the coating industry for nearly a decade and I have access to some really cool stuff.
 
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Acrylic beads are nice. They look like BBs but they are gentle enough to take the paint off a soda can without denting it.
 
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darcotrigger said:
Sandblasting is probably to abrasive for the cover, I would use an acrylic bead.

As far as what's available in your area, who knows. Look for a company that supplies industrial coatings and see if they can give you then names of some shops in the area.

If anyone really needs any help with paint/powder coat/surface prep. feel free to pm me. I've been in the coating industry for nearly a decade and I have access to some really cool stuff.
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PM sent!
 
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That's a very professional looking finish. How much did the powdercoating cost you? And did you end up getting it sandblasted? If so, how much was that?
 
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I've also been thinking about such a job.


I was thinking a light sanding and spray paint or just a straight spray paint (lucky bugger with a rust free casing on my 2 slot)

Though awesome job on the coating, looks ace!
 
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Dont waste your time with spraypaint lachlan, on all the spray jobs I've seen it flakes off and looks terrible.

Get it professionally powdercoated (and preferably sandblasted too).
 
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Aye, knew it.

Definitely worth the effort to powdercoat. Looks swish.
 
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Hewitson said:
That's a very professional looking finish. How much did the powdercoating cost you? And did you end up getting it sandblasted? If so, how much was that?
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I blasted this shell and had it powder coated for a member here. To pay someone to finish your shell like this would probably cost around $40 USD.

I have a whole bunch to work on right now. I'll bump this thread with pics as I finish each shell.

When I finish everything I have right now, I may take on some more, depending on how much free time I have at that point.

Right now, I really need to get this first one to the post office,lol.
 
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