Re: Trailmix Beetle
Posted: Fri Dec 18, 2015 7:44 am
I bought the top coat POR 15 this time around in gloss black. I prepped all the surfaces very well but the top coat POR 15 didn't go on very well. I have a feeling that you need to use a new brush or one that has no other residue on it, even the acetone used to clean the brush. It didn't cover like the silver POR 15 that I've used in the past. I was a little disappointed. I coated it twice and used some rattle can black to cover it up and make it more even. I will give the top coat one more try with a new brush.
Most of the POR 15 I've used in the past has been on the chassis with little or no UV exposure. Although, there is some on the body that seems to be in good shape so far.
The next project is to seal the patina on the body with a matte clear. I've got a lot of prep to do on that project and I'm trying to keep all the glass in tact and just tape it all up. I did a few spots underneath with the gloss clear and it just looks WAY too shiny.
I'm having a blast working on the car this year. I've learned so much in the little time we've owned the car. Of course, I am learning by mistakes but I am getting way more confident and understanding how it all works. And, the garage is getting dialed in which makes it easier to tackle projects with the right tools.
Most of the POR 15 I've used in the past has been on the chassis with little or no UV exposure. Although, there is some on the body that seems to be in good shape so far.
The next project is to seal the patina on the body with a matte clear. I've got a lot of prep to do on that project and I'm trying to keep all the glass in tact and just tape it all up. I did a few spots underneath with the gloss clear and it just looks WAY too shiny.
I'm having a blast working on the car this year. I've learned so much in the little time we've owned the car. Of course, I am learning by mistakes but I am getting way more confident and understanding how it all works. And, the garage is getting dialed in which makes it easier to tackle projects with the right tools.