paint runs on top of fuel tank

alderman · Mar 16, 2010

sprayed the tank last night and turned out awesome. however....the top the tank has some spots where it looks kinda funky. can I buff it out and respray? I"m not going for state of the art finish, but since this is a part that is seen alot I"d like to straighten it out. I"m using enamal paint since I"m a bit of a cheapo and it is more forgiving

Rod (NH) · Mar 16, 2010

It depends on exactly what products you used as to what repair opportunities may exist. Can you be more specific and name the manufacturer and product numbers/designations as well as any additives used?

alderman · Mar 17, 2010

valspar enamal...no additives...its an 800.00 tractor that I am painting just for the hell of it. like I said...no show room finish here, just want it to be red. I scrubbed the tank with a good cleaner before I sprayed it and everything else looks good. spots around the top have a sort of runny appearance to them. set up nice so thats why I ask if I can buff it down a little to smooth it out and spray again. again...I am not trying to achieve a flawless finish. its a work tractor that I paid 800.00 for. massey 44d to be presise.

glennster · Mar 17, 2010

you dont want to use a buffer on the valspar, its going to be soft for quite a while. use some 400 grit wetsand paper and a bucket of hot water with car wash soap in it. gently wetsand the runs out smooth, then scuff up the rest of the tank and re-shoot it..

alderman · Mar 18, 2010

thanks... I appreciate the advice

circus · Mar 18, 2010

Beware, Recoating alkyd a day or two after painting might crinkle. Paint has a window where you can't repaint. Alkyd enamal can be months. Let it harden in the sun for a couple weeks then try. Sorry

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