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Just did some experiments with spray can paints on my model f XT
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 00:50
by ag36
Restored my first XT this week, did some experiments with rustoleum.
Post polishing
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Before polishing
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Step is:
Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste, old towel.
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 00:54
by snacksthecat
Looks great dude. I don’t wanna be a wet blanket but I think I like it even better before polishing. Either way, light years better than any paint job I’ve ever done!
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 01:03
by ag36
snacksthecat wrote: Looks great dude. I don’t wanna be a wet blanket but I think I like it even better before polishing. Either way, light years better than any paint job I’ve ever done!
Painting are quite fun once you get used to it
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 02:12
by Wingklip
It doesn't scratch to the fingernail does it?
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 03:01
by ag36
Wingklip wrote: It doesn't scratch to the fingernail does it?
No, the clear coat seems to be harder than some metal after a week of curing.
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 14:50
by fohat
I have used Rustoleum's metallic and hammered finishes exclusively for the last few years. I love them AND they can often hide minor blemishes!
Unfortunately, in the US many of the best colors have these weird-ass top handle/nozzles that are awful, in my opinion, because they start out putting out blobs and and don't give a consistent fine spray until they have been running for a second or more.
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 15:19
by green-squid
Turned out great, I wish I could buy paint like this in Hungary. The Acrylic green paint I painted my zenith plate with is very easy to sratch off.
'Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste'
And looks like you have to apply a lot of other things to get a good result. What if, let's say, I just wanted to paint an F XT plate blue or gold and have the paint not come off?
Also, may want to get a replacement badge:
workshop-f7/reproduction-logo-badges-fo ... bm%20badge
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 15:45
by Dingster
Woah this looks awesome, reminds me of marble
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 18:19
by ag36
fohat wrote: I have used Rustoleum's metallic and hammered finishes exclusively for the last few years. I love them AND they can often hide minor blemishes!
Unfortunately, in the US many of the best colors have these weird-ass top handle/nozzles that are awful, in my opinion, because they start out putting out blobs and and don't give a consistent fine spray until they have been running for a second or more.
I think the key is to let the spray can rest longer after each pass to ensure better air pressure and shake it again before use but I am not sure if this applies to US ones, the "blobs" are likely caused by low gas pressure or condensed paint.
green-squid wrote: Turned out great, I wish I could buy paint like this in Hungary. The Acrylic green paint I painted my zenith plate with is very easy to sratch off.
'Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste'
And looks like you have to apply a lot of other things to get a good result. What if, let's say, I just wanted to paint an F XT plate blue or gold and have the paint not come off?
Also, may want to get a replacement badge:
workshop-f7/reproduction-logo-badges-fo ... bm%20badge
You need to apply clear coat and primer for better adhesion and hardness also use oil based paint if you can, also degrease the item you want to paint.
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 18:20
by ag36
ag36 wrote: fohat wrote: I have used Rustoleum's metallic and hammered finishes exclusively for the last few years. I love them AND they can often hide minor blemishes!
Unfortunately, in the US many of the best colors have these weird-ass top handle/nozzles that are awful, in my opinion, because they start out putting out blobs and and don't give a consistent fine spray until they have been running for a second or more.
I think the key is to let the spray can rest longer after each pass to ensure better air pressure and shake it again before use but I am not sure if this applies to US ones, the "blobs" are likely caused by low gas pressure or condensed paint.
green-squid wrote: Turned out great, I wish I could buy paint like this in Hungary. The Acrylic green paint I painted my zenith plate with is very easy to sratch off.
'Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste'
And looks like you have to apply a lot of other things to get a good result. What if, let's say, I just wanted to paint an F XT plate blue or gold and have the paint not come off?
Also, may want to get a replacement badge:
workshop-f7/reproduction-logo-badges-fo ... bm%20badge
Thanks for letting me know about the badge, unfortunately it don't have "personal computer" print for XT but still nice to know it exists.
You need to apply clear coat and primer for better adhesion and hardness also use oil based paint if you can, also degrease the item you want to paint.
Dingster wrote: Woah this looks awesome, reminds me of marble
Inspiration was from my non stick frypan
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 19:43
by Blaise170
I really like the Rustoleum Paint+Primer, makes painting a breeze.
Posted: 16 Jun 2018, 20:20
by ag36
Blaise170 wrote: I really like the Rustoleum Paint+Primer, makes painting a breeze.
They cures so quick and tough
Posted: 17 Jun 2018, 21:51
by Tha_Pig
It looks beautiful. Great job.
Posted: 18 Jun 2018, 11:11
by haanuman
Woah that looks pretty neat man. Good Job
Posted: 18 Jun 2018, 11:51
by Elrick
ag36 wrote: Wingklip wrote: It doesn't scratch to the fingernail does it?
No, the clear coat seems to be harder than some metal after a week of curing.
All the 2-Pack Clear Epoxies when hardened over a few days are very tough. I've even tried to damage it with a pick axe once and only the metal panel was disfigured but the coating held it's shape, did not even chip or crack.
Just surprised with what they're releasing today.
Posted: 18 Jun 2018, 11:56
by andrewjoy
Oh no you poor XT , what did that mean man do to you ! He cut bits off !
The paint looks good tho , its not what i would use on a case but it would make a hell of a paint job for a case IMO.
Posted: 20 Jun 2018, 19:14
by ag36
andrewjoy wrote: Oh no you poor XT , what did that mean man do to you ! He cut bits off !
The paint looks good tho , its not what i would use on a case but it would make a hell of a paint job for a case IMO.
This deal is getting worse all the time
It's not quite done, the filler I used shrinked after I finished clear coat but I got tired for now... also too much dust on it. I need to get some rest
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Posted: 20 Jun 2018, 21:38
by Dingster
Just looks like a slab of polished marble
Posted: 20 Jun 2018, 22:59
by ag36
Dingster wrote: Just looks like a slab of polished marble
That's part of the original concept
, also weighs like a slab of marble.
Posted: 25 Jun 2018, 11:13
by andrewjoy
andrewjoy wrote: Oh no you poor XT , what did that mean man do to you ! He cut bits off !
The paint looks good tho , its not what i would use on a case but it would make a hell of a paint job for a case IMO.
That is PLATE not case , it would make a hell of a paint job for a plate.
In fact, it would be a good match for my dell AT101w in an SGI case with the new PCB. As its like granite but dark
Posted: 01 Aug 2018, 13:16
by Wingklip
I've been using the 2x gloss paints from rusto but they seen to scratch easily and melt after contact with meth and oil.
Am I doing something wrong here? I've read that the primer is included in the paint
Posted: 02 Aug 2018, 03:04
by ag36
You need clear coat and least two weeks for curing, what do you mean by "meth"? Also, clean the item thoroughly with cleaner before painting.
Posted: 03 Aug 2018, 16:27
by Wingklip
2 WEEKS??????
I mean, if I rest my wrist on the keyboard, the painted area likes to start melting into oils from my hands. Same happens when I use methylated Spirits
Posted: 03 Aug 2018, 17:42
by TuxKey
i can't tell the difference between my new tada68 alu gray case.. impressive mate..
Posted: 03 Aug 2018, 17:55
by Chyros
That looks beautiful. Modern, even. Great job mate
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Posted: 03 Aug 2018, 18:11
by ShivaYash
Woah! A lovely job...
Posted: 03 Aug 2018, 22:17
by ag36
Thanks!
Wingklip wrote: 2 WEEKS??????
I mean, if I rest my wrist on the keyboard, the painted area likes to start melting into oils from my hands. Same happens when I use methylated Spirits
Never ever let painted material touch solvents and always wash your hands before touching any non chemical resilient polymer if you have contacted with any mineral spirit or petroleum distillates.
Posted: 04 Aug 2018, 09:04
by Wingklip
hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh my hands emit body oils
Posted: 04 Aug 2018, 14:24
by ag36
Unless you are Space Marine or Xenomorph, time to get different brand of paints then.
Posted: 22 Oct 2018, 11:41
by Wingklip
ag36 wrote: Unless you are Space Marine or Xenomorph, time to get different brand of paints then.
Rustoleum is trash then? Any recommendations?