Need 'Roll & Tip' tips - Page 2

65Bowrider · #1 03-21-2007, 08:59 PM

"I'm positive after your all done and made and corrected your mistakes, you'll be a pro !! "

Thanks Chuck, but I want to be a 'pro' BEFORE I get to the last coat! Hmm orange peel means I'd better go back to thinning 2oz per quart, which is what I did on the topside.
I'm using 4" foam rollers, will stick with that. Maybe slow down on rolling per your suggestion for bubbles. Also maybe need to experiment more with the 'tipping'.... foam brush (also used on topside) and try the China bristle we have.

If all that doesn't work, maybe stand on my head & paint upsidedown!

Bryan A...thanks for the compliment. The topside was so much easier than the outside of the hull! Same paint, but different colors.

Fishjack · #2 03-22-2007, 12:51 AM

Pro? From the looks of that pic your close to being there!

Red (and any other dark color) I believe shows more imperfections. Granted no "roll and tip" will every be as perfect as a pro spray job but I still have people look closely at my boat and cannot believe it was "rolled on"...

Keep up the good work..

Blue197320 · #3 03-22-2007, 08:33 AM

65Bowrider,
i am trying to roll and tip my my console but its not working very well for me. i am using the same paint and thinner that u are using. i roll it on with a mohair roller and went over it with a china bristle brush but had bad brush marks. i went and bought foam brushes to try. do you apply the paint thick initially then tip?

65Bowrider · #4 04-02-2007, 03:30 PM

Update: We have put enough coats on for good coverage(7), but I didn't make "Pro". Last coat definitely was the best, using Chucks wet roll & dry roll method.
Unfortunately, there's a slight orange peel, but can only see with lights & closeup.
So, can I just perfect it with the 1500 sandpaper & 3m Perfect-It? Does the 1500 leave any scratches?
Also, what KIND of 3m Perfect-It? I googled and found several, compound, swirl remover & polish. West Marine had Super Compound...if I use that, do I need to sand?
And then just follow instructions or any special tips?
If I goof this up, then I'm facing another complete sanding and painting...

Any detailed hints will be TREMENDOUSLY appreciated!

Capt Chuck · #5 04-02-2007, 04:26 PM

Carla

I use the "Perfect-It 3000 Extra Cut Compound. Black container with blue stripe on side. # 6060
It will remove scratches 1200 grit or finer in Hard paints.(I actually have used 800 with a DA then 1500 then buff)
I would try an area back on the transom without sanding first. If you feel there is still too much orange peel then use the wet dry 1500-2000 grit. Remember when that boat is in the water you won't see that orange peel so bad as looking down the sides or directly into it. I have not used your Imron and again I don't want to steer you wrong and I be the cause of you repainting

I think there are many fine experienced painters on this forum that can help you. I hope they give ya some pointers.

BTW:I have seen orange peel in many gelcotes on boats out of the factory

Blue197320 · #6 04-02-2007, 05:14 PM

65
I am glad that it worked out for you. i tried the foam brush and was still not happy.. so i went to spray route instead. i need to wetsand and add a few more coats but will have to wait until later this week as i became sick after going to the flea market. again i am glad it worked out for you.