vzrDean1800
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Really easy to burn thru on the lower edges just above the seam (learned that the hard way). After the epoxy cures, maybe gray scotchbrite it ( that's finer than 800 grit), will give the paint good tooth to adhere to, and less of a chance to expose metal IMHO. I used water based sealer, and paint on the rocket tank after epoxy, because I needed to Bondo the holes, so 2k high build was also used. Only time will tell if I have any adhesion issues. Just painted the tins a month or so ago, too soon yet.I wish I had a media blaster, god that would make so many things easier!!
New tools arrive tomorrow, 2k epoxy primer on the 8th, so I should have it all nicely stripped and primed by next Sunday, then I can let it sit for a bit hit it with 1000 grit and hopefully have it all painted up by Thanksgiving. Gives it like 2 months to sit in my office where it's warm and cook for long enough, prior to final sand/buff just before next spring!
For grins, save some activated clear in the bottom of a mixing cup. It's amazing how long it stays flexible before it really hardens up.
Cheers,
Dean