Thanks MetalHead. Great find and in depth vendors list.
Re: cost to paint?
Postby MetalHead » Thu Apr 30, 2015 6:53 am
Here is what I did.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YxmM7ekME4
I used Rustoleum topside paint and their etching primer for aluminium.
http://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-206999 ... side+paint
https://www.rustoleum.com/en/product-ca ... imer-spray
I used a foam 6 inch "cabinet roller" from Lowe's (I tried to tip with a brush at first, but did not need it)
http://www.lowes.com/pd_235020-11591-94 ... facetInfo=
And I also added this hardener per the directions. This added more shine to the job.
http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/m ... _vc=-10005
It seems to be holding up good and keeps its shine. I do have a few real small spots to touch up, but I am sure that was my application ans not the paint.
I will be doing the rest of the boat next year, and will probably use this same approach. Only drawback is the primer is only in spray cans. But I plan to only reprimer where I hit bare metal.
I will use Interlux or the like referenced here for below the waterline since the Rustoleum says "above the waterline"
1959 Marinette Family Cruiser - Sold to new home 12/05/14
1963 Marinette Express
Columbiana, A
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