2013 Z. Painting the whole car with rattle cans :)

jaytirbhaw · 07-14-2014, 08:51 AM

i think the painting the "whole car with rattle cans" title sort of made everyone cringe, but it looks good so far man. Can't wait to see the finished product, keep us updated !

P.S - what are you lowered on?

synolimit · 07-14-2014, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

What's the big deal? I'm not going to do a complete color change on any car I have but it sounds/looks like synolimit is doing it right. A lot more effort than I would put into a car that would be tracked.

For his purposes, PD sounds like a good option.

Might not be what I would do but I have to admire the quality of the work. But that's true of most of his projects.

In for final results.

Lol there's no PD.

synolimit · 07-14-2014, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jaytirbhaw

i think the painting the "whole car with rattle cans" title sort of made everyone cringe, but it looks good so far man. Can't wait to see the finished product, keep us updated !

P.S - what are you lowered on?

Thanks. Painting is all in the prep and what you do to finish it. I've done it by the book so it shouldn't matter the delivery system.

Swift spec R's in the front and spl mid links with swift racing linear rear springs. All for sale now as I've bought custom true type Stance 2 way's.

SouthArk370Z · 07-14-2014, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by synolimit

Lol there's no PD.

ah. I had to read it a few times before it sank in.

dP3NGU1N · 07-14-2014, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by synolimit

As stated it was a fix to the quarter primer issue and plasti dip is great for rock chips as track cars get beat up. It's basically a vinyl wrap. If I did black or something else I would of kept it as it takes only a minute to rub dip fix on any issue areas and then just hit the spot with a spray can. But whites a pain now that I've learned. I'll be clear braing after the paint cures now since I want to stay white.

And he's refusing all ALL I've done. Apparently you can't do gutting, protecting, aero, suspension, wheels or tires on a track car. Guess I missed that memo.

I meant everything in the OP, your track stuff's legit.

kenchan · 07-14-2014, 01:05 PM

dang your pointing finger's going to ache with all that rattle can nozzle press..

kenchan · 07-14-2014, 01:06 PM

which reminds me... forgot to pickup the rattle can trigger-handle thingie at harbor freight the other day.

synolimit · 07-14-2014, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

which reminds me... forgot to pickup the rattle can trigger-handle thingie at harbor freight the other day.

i have one.

synolimit · 07-16-2014, 10:19 AM

So glossy!!!

Not as white as the plasti dip white but like I said, it's the whitest I could find

. Once done with no PD left it will look like a really white car. I'll need to find a OEM white Z and compare the two.

shika805 · 07-16-2014, 10:38 AM

So a little confused. Your removing the plastidip then repainting your car?.

I'm seen great results with "rattle can" jobs. If your painting the whole car a generic color like white without matching a current color it's a good idea. Just like you said using a 2k clear (with hardener) coat is key. I think you should go a little more in depth with your process though. Example wet sanding, higher grit sand paper.

Mind everyone, I wouldn't do it to a whole car but for repairs on a small section why not? I'm doing this on my front lip soon hopefully I see result like yours. Good luck!

Rid3_FaM0uS · 07-16-2014, 10:40 AM

Just wanted to let you know I support what you're doing syno! I hope this turns out sharp. I always wanted a PW nismo instead of my brilliant silver but I figured changing the paint would just deface the value of the car being that they were made in limited batches. IVE GOT to check this out when my car hits the road again!

Are you planning on doing under the hood and in the engine bay as well?

Jayhovah · 07-16-2014, 10:54 AM

Just like everything syno does.... I start out thinking he's lost his marbles and it ends up coming out really good.

synolimit · 07-16-2014, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by shika805

So a little confused. Your removing the plastidip then repainting your car?.

I'm seen great results with "rattle can" jobs. If your painting the whole car a generic color like white without matching a current color it's a good idea. Just like you said using a 2k clear (with hardener) coat is key. I think you should go a little more in depth with your process though. Example wet sanding, higher grit sand paper.

Mind everyone, I wouldn't do it to a whole car but for repairs on a small section why not? I'm doing this on my front lip soon hopefully I see result like yours. Good luck!

That's what I'm doing

More in depth?!? I'll sum the first page!
Scotch bright the clear
acetone
primer 3-4 coats
dry 48hr
wet sand primer with 600
isopropyl alcohol
3-4 coats color
3-4 coats clear
Dry 48hr
1500 wet sand clear
2000 wet sand clear
Rough cloth rubbing compound
Micro fiber cloth polish
Dry a month
Carnoble wax

It doesn't get more in depth than that. And all I've read 2000 vs 3000 is no different unless you have magnifying eyes. For a track car 2000 is plenty. Its glossy and parked next to a Hyundai yesterday the orange peel looked like a pepperoni pizza. Its a amazing the little things you start to see when you've done something personal.

Thanks, I need a new arm though. Getting tired.

Limeybastard · 07-16-2014, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by synolimit

That's what I'm doing

More in depth?!? I'll sum the first page!
Scotch bright the clear
acetone
primer 3-4 coats
dry 48hr
wet sand primer with 600
isopropyl alcohol
3-4 coats color
3-4 coats clear
Dry 48hr
1500 wet sand clear
2000 wet sand clear
Rough cloth rubbing compound
Micro fiber cloth polish
Dry a month
Carnoble wax

It doesn't get more in depth than that. And all I've read 2000 vs 3000 is no different unless you have magnifying eyes. For a track car 2000 is plenty. Its glossy and parked next to a Hyundai yesterday the orange peel looked like a pepperoni pizza. Its a amazing the little things you start to see when you've done something personal.

Thanks, I need a new arm though. Getting tired.

Scotch brite would have been enough ;-)

To OP, I respect and enjoy reading your journals. You have a great skill set and very adventurous. Kudos.

Just out of interest is it single stage paint you are using? I am assuming the rattle can paint is 1 pack? 1k.

synolimit · 07-16-2014, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Jayhovah

Just like everything syno does.... I start out thinking he's lost his marbles and it ends up coming out really good.

Lol yes a used 09 woulda been a smarter idea but perseverance and maybe a little hands on skill pays off. I think I'm a huge cheap wad too but I like knowing I did something and others could learn from it. I love seeing people be able to mod their cars with more parts because they didn't pay so much for something they could of done. DIY is my fav thing.

07-14-2014, 08:51 AM	#16 (permalink)
jaytirbhaw Track Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 814 Drives: 350z HR , Nismo 370z Rep Power: 16	i think the painting the "whole car with rattle cans" title sort of made everyone cringe, but it looks good so far man. Can't wait to see the finished product, keep us updated ! P.S - what are you lowered on? synolimit likes this.

07-16-2014, 10:19 AM	#24 (permalink)
synolimit A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2013 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 5,051 Drives: 2013 Silver 370z Rep Power: 3389	So glossy!!! Not as white as the plasti dip white but like I said, it's the whitest I could find . Once done with no PD left it will look like a really white car. I'll need to find a OEM white Z and compare the two. __________________ 13 370z-

07-16-2014, 10:38 AM	#25 (permalink)
shika805 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 491 Drives: 40th Z, 71' 240z Rep Power: 19	So a little confused. Your removing the plastidip then repainting your car?. I'm seen great results with "rattle can" jobs. If your painting the whole car a generic color like white without matching a current color it's a good idea. Just like you said using a 2k clear (with hardener) coat is key. I think you should go a little more in depth with your process though. Example wet sanding, higher grit sand paper. Mind everyone, I wouldn't do it to a whole car but for repairs on a small section why not? I'm doing this on my front lip soon hopefully I see result like yours. Good luck! __________________ 1971 Datsun 240z, 2010 40th Anniversary Z Build #541

07-16-2014, 10:40 AM	#26 (permalink)
Rid3_FaM0uS Track Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Wapakoneta, Ohio Posts: 506 Drives: 2011 BS Nismo 370z Rep Power: 44	Just wanted to let you know I support what you're doing syno! I hope this turns out sharp. I always wanted a PW nismo instead of my brilliant silver but I figured changing the paint would just deface the value of the car being that they were made in limited batches. IVE GOT to check this out when my car hits the road again! Are you planning on doing under the hood and in the engine bay as well? synolimit likes this. __________________ Always under construction. . .

07-16-2014, 10:54 AM	#27 (permalink)
Jayhovah Premium Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 3,848 Drives: 520whp Fire Breather Rep Power: 86951	Just like everything syno does.... I start out thinking he's lost his marbles and it ends up coming out really good. synolimit likes this.

07-14-2014, 01:05 PM	#21 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	dang your pointing finger's going to ache with all that rattle can nozzle press..

07-14-2014, 01:06 PM	#22 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	which reminds me... forgot to pickup the rattle can trigger-handle thingie at harbor freight the other day.

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