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Plastic paint [message #355612]

Fri, 12 June 2020 09:25

jfkarls

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I've looked through the board and can't seem to find info on this, Could you guys help? I'm looking for types of paint to use for the interior painting of plastic headliner's and other plastic panels. I use an HLVP spray gun. One stage? Multi-layer i.e. primer, adhesion improver act,,,
Thanks for your help - cheers
J F Karls

Joe & Valerie Karls 1976 Eleganza II, & 1976 Palm Beach - Also own 1967 Lincoln Continental Convertible,

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Re: Plastic paint [message #355615 is a reply to message #355612]

Fri, 12 June 2020 11:25

6cuda6

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Best thing is to talk to your local paint supplier....i can tell you what i would use but your paint shop may have better or worse products.
JMHO.

Rich Mondor, Brockville, ON 77 Hughes 2600

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Re: [GMCnet] Plastic paint [message #355616 is a reply to message #355615]

Fri, 12 June 2020 12:19

jimk

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There is a great primer that will work called Grilla ---
We have used it for few years.

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> Best thing is to talk to your local paint supplier....i can tell you what
> i would use but your paint shop may have better or worse products.
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Re: [GMCnet] Plastic paint [message #355618 is a reply to message #355616]

Fri, 12 June 2020 13:29

jfkarls

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Thanks for the notes Guy's - cheers

Joe & Valerie Karls 1976 Eleganza II, & 1976 Palm Beach - Also own 1967 Lincoln Continental Convertible,

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Re: [GMCnet] Plastic paint [message #355668 is a reply to message #355618]

Sun, 14 June 2020 08:57

jfkarls

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I've taken everyones advice and did a deep dive into the technologies out there and I'm going with this:

a. 3m sanding scrub
b. SEM plastic prep ?
c. SEM adhesion promotor
d. Color code paint - used in my HVLP spray gun

I'm told most pro's use rattle cans for both B & C but use HVLP for the final color

Cheers guys - thanks for all of the input.

JFK

Joe & Valerie Karls 1976 Eleganza II, & 1976 Palm Beach - Also own 1967 Lincoln Continental Convertible,

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Re: [GMCnet] Plastic paint [message #355779 is a reply to message #355668]

Tue, 16 June 2020 18:29

Richard RV

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Joe,

I've had great success with Rustoleum Universal Paint & Primer In One, and have no hesitation recommending it. The stuff is plenty durable, simple to apply and easily repairable. It holds up fantastically well on the exterior of my coach so I'm sure there will be no issues with an undemanding application like a headliner.

https://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/universal/universal-satin-spray-paint

Richard

'77 Birchaven TZE...777; '76 Palm Beach under construction; ‘76 Edgemont waiting its turn

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Re: Plastic paint [message #355780 is a reply to message #355612]

Tue, 16 June 2020 18:50

Jimmy_Bonez

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Joe
I can attest that your plan of attack should be effective. Make sure whatever you’re painting is thoroughly cleaned with wax & grease remover. Spray a couple of light coats of the SEM rattle can adhesion promoter. I’d recommend a light coat of primer/sealer before color. It will help with color adhesion and coverage. If you’re using single stage paint(base and clear in one) you might be able to getaway without priming ahead of time.

Jim DeMellia and Jen Radefeld and our cat Ickis NH natives 1975 GMC “Palm Beach” ,455, her names Linda Full time RVers exploring the beautiful and unusual parts of the country.

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