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iejeeper · 05-28-2008, 06:27 AM

I am looking for someone to shooot a gallon of semi-flat black single stage enamel onto my Jeep YJ for me. It has no top and it has half doors. I am in the process of prepping it for paint. I have the paint, what I dont have is the balls to try to shoot it myself. If you have some experience, a spraygun/compressor and an area to paint let me know. I do have an area on the side of my house we could use if a location became an issue. All I need is one of uze to spray her for me. As I said, I will do all of the prep work.I have quotes from my craigslist post ranging from $150-$500. If you think you could help me out let me know. I am located in beautiful Lake Elsinore. Thanks

theking · 05-28-2008, 08:20 PM

Shooting the paint is the fun part! Just buy a HF HVLP and go at it. I recommend, as much as possible, shooting each part separately. Start with the small parts first, doors, fenders, tailgate, and by the time you shoot the hood you'll have the hang of it.

If you bring it to the house I'll spray it for $150.

iejeeper · 05-28-2008, 11:05 PM

I was doin a "How to Paint A Car" Google search and found a link to how to paint your car for $50.00. It involves Rustoleum and foam rollers. I am thinking about giving it a shot. Afterall, its a Jeep., its not a show car. Thats why I chose a flat rather than a gloss. It makes me wonder if any of you have tried it? In the event I decide to give it a shot I will definatelly post my progress. If I decide its too much I will let you know.

bodyman909 · 05-29-2008, 07:03 PM

Never used a foam roller before,It would be interesting to see how it comes out.

Po' riggity · 05-30-2008, 07:52 AM

Semi gloss black krylon was my friend. That being said, I did it quick, and after a few years, its lookin like CHIT. One day I am gonna get off my lazy ass and prep and paint it OD green.... I think.
Scott

YJ Bill · 05-30-2008, 02:04 PM

Painting flat black is not rocket science. Harbor Fright spay guns work fine and you probably need a compressor anyway. Rustoluim at Home Depot is $35 per gallon. Just my opinion

roastbeef · 05-30-2008, 03:32 PM

the king does great work. he has painted my glass fenders, and a simple flat color would probably be easy work for him.
heres my front fender with the custom graphics.

05-28-2008, 06:27 AM	#1 (permalink)
iejeeper Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Member # 102567 Posts: 8	Wanna Paint My Jeep? I am looking for someone to shooot a gallon of semi-flat black single stage enamel onto my Jeep YJ for me. It has no top and it has half doors. I am in the process of prepping it for paint. I have the paint, what I dont have is the balls to try to shoot it myself. If you have some experience, a spraygun/compressor and an area to paint let me know. I do have an area on the side of my house we could use if a location became an issue. All I need is one of uze to spray her for me. As I said, I will do all of the prep work.I have quotes from my craigslist post ranging from $150-$500. If you think you could help me out let me know. I am located in beautiful Lake Elsinore. Thanks

05-28-2008, 08:20 PM	#2 (permalink)
theking Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Member # 91795 Location: San Bernardino Posts: 132	Shooting the paint is the fun part! Just buy a HF HVLP and go at it. I recommend, as much as possible, shooting each part separately. Start with the small parts first, doors, fenders, tailgate, and by the time you shoot the hood you'll have the hang of it. If you bring it to the house I'll spray it for $150. Last edited by theking; 05-28-2008 at 08:27 PM.

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bodyman909 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Member # 82439 Location: So Cal Posts: 149	Never used a foam roller before,It would be interesting to see how it comes out. __________________ SAS'ed Nissan,LockedF/R,35's n stuff..

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05-28-2008, 11:05 PM	#3 (permalink)
iejeeper Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Member # 102567 Posts: 8	I was doin a "How to Paint A Car" Google search and found a link to how to paint your car for $50.00. It involves Rustoleum and foam rollers. I am thinking about giving it a shot. Afterall, its a Jeep., its not a show car. Thats why I chose a flat rather than a gloss. It makes me wonder if any of you have tried it? In the event I decide to give it a shot I will definatelly post my progress. If I decide its too much I will let you know.

05-30-2008, 02:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
YJ Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Member # 14671 Location: SoCal Posts: 389	Painting flat black is not rocket science. Harbor Fright spay guns work fine and you probably need a compressor anyway. Rustoluim at Home Depot is $35 per gallon. Just my opinion