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700rpm · 05-08-2013, 11:25 AM

It's been 33 years since I last painted a car, and I know things have changed. Can someone suggest a good tutorial (book, brochure, DVD, web site?) on current methods, prep, materials, safety precautions, and equipment, or give me their experiences and recommendations? Something for a DIY guy?

Hicktick · 05-08-2013, 11:49 AM

You might try U-Tube , search . They have videos on anything you can think up .

BRENT in 10-uh-C · 05-08-2013, 12:00 PM

Ray, this is a prime example of "experience is something you have after you need it"!! I'm not so sure just how much 'technique' you can gain by watching a video. Practice is the best teacher IMO.

700rpm · 05-08-2013, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C

Ray, this is a prime example of "experience is something you have after you need it"!! I'm not so sure just how much 'technique' you can gain by watching a video. Practice is the best teacher IMO.

I think I have retained the basic moves, because I worked with an airbrush for 30 years or so doing artwork, and I believe the muscle memory is still there. But I am vastly ignorant about current materials and methods of prep.

700rpm · 05-08-2013, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Hicktick

You might try U-Tube , search . They have videos on anything you can think up .

Wow. Youtube is vast! The answers are probably there. I'd still like to hear any tips and hints you all might have.

BILL WILLIAMSON · 05-08-2013, 03:19 PM

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Hunter · 05-08-2013, 03:33 PM

Roy,

You may want to consider checking with your local community college/vocational school. In my area (Gaithersburg, Md.) they offered a 14 week (one night a week) auto body painting class. I took this class and it gave me the "practice" and confidence to paint my 29 coupe.

Hunter

ctlikon0712 · 05-08-2013, 05:57 PM

There are some nice articles here in Hemming’s. I learned allot about the "new" spray guns and paints available.
http://www.hemmings.com/editorial/resto_tips.html

Stretch Cab · 05-08-2013, 06:13 PM

Eastwood has some DVD's but I do not know how good they are. Here is an interesting link: http://www.southernpolyurethanes.com...ct%20paint.htm

Logan · 05-08-2013, 07:43 PM

I've found some helpful videos on YouTube. Just don't watch the ones that are obviously not professionals in the field of painting. Another way is find a body shop and ask if you can hange around a few days to watch and pick up on some tips. Base/clear can be an expensive to practice without any instructions. If you've painted before it'll be pretty easy to grasp the concept on how to paint with more modern paints.

Willit Stop · 05-08-2013, 08:00 PM

700.....I've been painting for 35 years or so and mostly the only thing that's changed is the materials.It is best to stick with catalyzed materials.They wont shrink like the old nitrocellulose primers did.In a nutshell:bodywork,etch prime,filler primer,sand,sealer,base coat and then clear.Just pretend it's someone else's car.I was told once that the closest thing to a perfect paint job is just before it runs.My '36 was almost perfect.

05-08-2013, 11:25 AM	#1
700rpm Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 5,906	I need a painting tutorial It's been 33 years since I last painted a car, and I know things have changed. Can someone suggest a good tutorial (book, brochure, DVD, web site?) on current methods, prep, materials, safety precautions, and equipment, or give me their experiences and recommendations? Something for a DIY guy? __________________ Ray Horton, Portland, OR As you go through life, keep your eye on the donut, not the hole. Last edited by 700rpm; 05-08-2013 at 11:33 AM.

05-08-2013, 11:49 AM	#2
Hicktick Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hickory Tavern , SC Posts: 422	Re: I need a painting tutorial You might try U-Tube , search . They have videos on anything you can think up .

05-08-2013, 12:00 PM	#3
BRENT in 10-uh-C Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eastern Tennessee Posts: 11,513	Re: I need a painting tutorial Ray, this is a prime example of "experience is something you have after you need it"!! I'm not so sure just how much 'technique' you can gain by watching a video. Practice is the best teacher IMO. __________________ . BRENT in 10-uh-C . www.model-a-ford.com ...(...Finally Updated!! ) .

05-08-2013, 03:19 PM	#6
BILL WILLIAMSON Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: FRESNO, CA Posts: 12,560	Re: I need a painting tutorial Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) "BASIC" methods of prep change very little. Bill W. __________________ "THE ASSISTANT GURU OF STUFF"

05-08-2013, 03:33 PM	#7
Hunter Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Posts: 518	Re: I need a painting tutorial Roy, You may want to consider checking with your local community college/vocational school. In my area (Gaithersburg, Md.) they offered a 14 week (one night a week) auto body painting class. I took this class and it gave me the "practice" and confidence to paint my 29 coupe. Hunter

05-08-2013, 05:57 PM	#8
ctlikon0712 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Cocoa, Florida Posts: 1,609	Re: I need a painting tutorial There are some nice articles here in Hemming’s. I learned allot about the "new" spray guns and paints available. http://www.hemmings.com/editorial/resto_tips.html __________________ Wanted: Simmons Super Power Head Craig Likon 1931 150B

05-08-2013, 06:13 PM	#9
Stretch Cab Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lexington, NC Posts: 695	Re: I need a painting tutorial Eastwood has some DVD's but I do not know how good they are. Here is an interesting link: http://www.southernpolyurethanes.com...ct%20paint.htm

05-08-2013, 07:43 PM	#10
Logan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 1,055	Re: I need a painting tutorial I've found some helpful videos on YouTube. Just don't watch the ones that are obviously not professionals in the field of painting. Another way is find a body shop and ask if you can hange around a few days to watch and pick up on some tips. Base/clear can be an expensive to practice without any instructions. If you've painted before it'll be pretty easy to grasp the concept on how to paint with more modern paints. __________________ Cowtown A's

05-08-2013, 08:00 PM	#11
Willit Stop Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Eureka Calif. Posts: 969	Re: I need a painting tutorial 700.....I've been painting for 35 years or so and mostly the only thing that's changed is the materials.It is best to stick with catalyzed materials.They wont shrink like the old nitrocellulose primers did.In a nutshell:bodywork,etch prime,filler primer,sand,sealer,base coat and then clear.Just pretend it's someone else's car.I was told once that the closest thing to a perfect paint job is just before it runs.My '36 was almost perfect.