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I will be using a self etching primer on the bare aluminum.
Then I was going to use one of the following. ( Price does not reflect on my choice, as it is not a signifficant difference )
Rust-Oleum Clean Metal Primer
http://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-7780502-Stops-Quart-Primer/dp/B001005RH0...
I know this is a vague question, since it depends on how many coats you apply, how you mix, ect.
Here is my situation. I am ready for paint in 2 days, however I dont want to order a ton of extra paint.
Boat: 1972 Startcraft SS 16'
Painting Inside and Out.
Will be using a spray gun.
So my...
Im restoring my first boat, it's coming along great, but I'm not sure what primer/paint to use and how many coats. Hardener and thinner?
So I would like to hear your suggestions.
Here is what I'm working with.
Its a '72 Starcraft ss I have the boat down to pure aluminum, all of the old...
1972 Starcraft SS Rebuild
16' with a 65 hp Mercury.
I bought the boat on 7/25 and began working immediately.
I will be posting pictures to track my progress.
My goal is to completely rebuild this boat from the ground up.
This is how I bought it.
This is the end of day 1. Took most of...
