How far should I go with paint prep?

[Jim70Chevy]

It's decided. Going with white. Just put up plastic sheeting all around the garage and already prepping panels. Thanks again for all the responses. Hope to have it in paint by January.

[notsolo]

I never had a problem with silver, I did 2 full coats on my Blazer, then 3 coats lime metalic. I did have a problem with white, could be the paint was the shop brand a cheaper ( thinner ) quality wise. It did not cover as well and, had more runs. Could be the painter or gun settings. It's amazing 1 color will lay down perfect, then a 2nd color can be a challenge.....From what I see in your build thread, you will be able to do this no problem.

[Peanut74]

Glad you decided to do it yourself and do some more learning. For cheap spray guns I got a set from Harbor Freight. It had a large spray gun and a smaller touch up gun. You will need the touch up gun when you sand out the runs in the primer while you are in your learning phase. I also watched a lot of youtube videos the one I learned the most from was DIY Autobody School made by a ex-navy guy. I am personally still working on how to lay the finish coat without sags or runs. As stated the lighter colors are much more forgiving and part of the reason I am painting my truck a mint green.

[uxdesigner]

Originally Posted by Jim70Chevy

It's decided. Going with white. Just put up plastic sheeting all around the garage and already prepping panels. Thanks again for all the responses. Hope to have it in paint by January.

Check out my build thread, I painted my truck in our garage and willing to help you out with any advice, tools or guidance that you may need considering I'm also in Rocklin.

[Jim70Chevy]

Originally Posted by uxdesigner

Check out my build thread, I painted my truck in our garage and willing to help you out with any advice, tools or guidance that you may need considering I'm also in Rocklin.

I appreciate it very much and will likley take you up on that. I am also into UX UI Design and the creative field.