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I've done it many times on Lotus TC cam covers with very good results. Firstly use VHT wrinkle paint - it's the best.
If possible have the covers blasted with a fine media. If not then paint stripper can work then into the dishwasher (with no cleaner/tablet).
Pre warming helps, not hot, just warm - I put them in the oven for a short time.
Getting the paint on can take some practice to avoid runs - you need to get it on thick and even using several coats with just a short time between each.
Then use a hair drier to warm the new paint, and watch the magic as it wrinkles. I then use a sharp chisel to remove most of the paint from the ribs then fine wet and dry on a flat block to finish.
Have fun, it's really satisfying and getting a finish as good as professional is not that difficult.
If possible have the covers blasted with a fine media. If not then paint stripper can work then into the dishwasher (with no cleaner/tablet).
Pre warming helps, not hot, just warm - I put them in the oven for a short time.
Getting the paint on can take some practice to avoid runs - you need to get it on thick and even using several coats with just a short time between each.
Then use a hair drier to warm the new paint, and watch the magic as it wrinkles. I then use a sharp chisel to remove most of the paint from the ribs then fine wet and dry on a flat block to finish.
Have fun, it's really satisfying and getting a finish as good as professional is not that difficult.
Edited by Lotobear on Monday 23 March 20:28
Lotobear said:
I've done it many times on Lotus TC cam covers with very good results. Firstly use VHT wrinkle paint - it's the best.
If possible have the covers blasted with a fine media. If not then paint stripper can work then into the dishwasher (with no cleaner/tablet).
Pre warming helps, not hot, just warm - I put them in the oven for a short time.
Getting the paint on can take some practice to avoid runs - you need to get it on thick and even using several coats with just a short time between each.
Then use a hair drier to warm the new paint, and watch the magic as it wrinkles. I then use a sharp chisel to remove most of the paint from the ribs then fine wet and dry on a flat block to finish.
Have fun, it's really satisfying and getting a finish as good as professional is not that difficult.
100% agree with this mine has been on my RV8 rocker covers for nearly 10 years no flaking or degrading If possible have the covers blasted with a fine media. If not then paint stripper can work then into the dishwasher (with no cleaner/tablet).
Pre warming helps, not hot, just warm - I put them in the oven for a short time.
Getting the paint on can take some practice to avoid runs - you need to get it on thick and even using several coats with just a short time between each.
Then use a hair drier to warm the new paint, and watch the magic as it wrinkles. I then use a sharp chisel to remove most of the paint from the ribs then fine wet and dry on a flat block to finish.
Have fun, it's really satisfying and getting a finish as good as professional is not that difficult.
Edited by Lotobear on Monday 23 March 20:28
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