How to paint outdrive?
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How to paint outdrive?
I have my outdrive off and I wanted to paint it since it needs it bad. I wanted to know what people use including techniques and also what kind of success they've had with them. I was doing a little reasearch online and read to sand the outdrive with aluminum oxide sand paper. Is this different than using just normal 120 grit sandpaper to prep? Also what does everyone use an orbital sander? Basically a step by step of what material to use to sand and paint with would be great.
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wow a bit antsy 45 min after post follow up post asking for a answer. LOL
here is a link to some decent information.
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...ive-paint.html
here is a link to some decent information.
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...ive-paint.html
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I used the system Klaw outlined on my drives and it seems to be tough as nails and looks great. I also used this system to paint a motorcycle frame, wheels,engine and front fork lowers on a restoration project. No complaints
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Thanks to everyone for the replies, I'm tryin to do as much research as I can so when I actually paint it hopefully it comes out looking good. It's a longer process then I originally thought but I'm glad i'm learning the little details that make the project look great in the end. Everyone in this site has always been very helpful
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I just did two. Its tough to avoid dry spray. Make a bracket and mount it to an engine stand. Paint it upside down. is you factory paint peeling of real bad? If so strip it down 2k primer then paint with a Urethane Enamel. Oh and getting your old stickers off its a PITA!
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Painting outdrives
I used zinc chromate primer then painted drives with a 2 stage base coat clear coat.I wanted to protect the new drive stickers and the clear coat made them look great and protected from the elements.Good luck