I know what responses this is going to get, so please refrain from using the following.
"Don't do it"
"Take it to a bodyshop"
"It's not worth the time"
etc etc.
I've done some research and continuing so, I am planning on respraying my A3, I've found a spray booth to rent, happy days and have decided it's something I want to try. Now I understand it's a bit do or die but I like the challenge!
What I have figured out so far:
Prep is key, take my time make sure it is perfect otherwise the paint won't be, use progressively finer paper and a block to get an even finish. Use matting paste on the paint that doesn't require sanding. I'm going to use brand new primed bumpers to aid in this.
Use a sealer to avoid any reactions.
Primer a few coats, gradually getting thicker, flat between each coat.
Base a few coats, I am pretty sure I'm going to use 2 pack paint as it seems to be easier to get a better finish.
Laquer, same as base.
Colour sand and buff. (Any advise on this please?)
Could anybody advise me on anything else I need to take into consideration, do's and don'ts, that sort of thing.
I will keep this thread updated with my progress so you can either laugh at my failed attempt or be in awe a the finished product haha! I'm hoping for the latter!
For those who would like to state an opinion on whether it should be done or not I have created a poll but please, I beg, replies with advise only!
Thanks
"Don't do it"
"Take it to a bodyshop"
"It's not worth the time"
etc etc.
I've done some research and continuing so, I am planning on respraying my A3, I've found a spray booth to rent, happy days and have decided it's something I want to try. Now I understand it's a bit do or die but I like the challenge!
What I have figured out so far:
Prep is key, take my time make sure it is perfect otherwise the paint won't be, use progressively finer paper and a block to get an even finish. Use matting paste on the paint that doesn't require sanding. I'm going to use brand new primed bumpers to aid in this.
Use a sealer to avoid any reactions.
Primer a few coats, gradually getting thicker, flat between each coat.
Base a few coats, I am pretty sure I'm going to use 2 pack paint as it seems to be easier to get a better finish.
Laquer, same as base.
Colour sand and buff. (Any advise on this please?)
Could anybody advise me on anything else I need to take into consideration, do's and don'ts, that sort of thing.
I will keep this thread updated with my progress so you can either laugh at my failed attempt or be in awe a the finished product haha! I'm hoping for the latter!
For those who would like to state an opinion on whether it should be done or not I have created a poll but please, I beg, replies with advise only!
Thanks