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SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB

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CHUCK

12-18-2003 11:53:12




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I know it is not the right way to do it. But I was givin this tractor and it runs good but was rusty. I am going to use it as a plow tractor for food plots. I ordered new metal for it and just want to spray can the metal parts. Hood, dash, nose cone and front screen, and fenders. Would like to hear some tips from others that have done the same.

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John S.

12-22-2003 18:37:39




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 Re: SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB in reply to CHUCK, 12-18-2003 11:53:12  
Not bad for free. I wish I new someone that good... LOL. I paid much more for a broke tractor just to have one...

Anyways painting with a can or a spayer doesn't matter. Its all in the prep work, and paint primer compatibility as to how long it will last. Usually if you stick to the same brand primer and paint there is not compatibility problem. I have painted many bumpers, fenders, and other items with both can and sprayer. If you buy a decent "rattle can paint" it can look as good as you want. I even painted a metal dash a year ago on an old plymouth with a can. Looks great to this day and no one is the wiser. The only time I go with a gallon is to do larger projects like whole car.

Do as you wish and what you are comfortable doing.

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John S.

12-22-2003 18:40:22




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 Re: Re: SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB in reply to John S., 12-22-2003 18:37:39  
Oh I almost forgot! Cure time is esential too!! Cure it before you use it!



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CNKS

12-18-2003 17:55:08




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 Re: SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB in reply to CHUCK, 12-18-2003 11:53:12  
Looks to me like it has pretty good sheet metal on it except for the grille. Althoug I'm a Farmall person, I would like to have a 135. Hate to see a tractor like that ruined with rattle can paint. Prepare the sheet metal yourself and take it to a body shop.



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Johneodeere

12-19-2003 09:34:31




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 Re: Re: SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB in reply to CNKS, 12-18-2003 17:55:08  
I disagree. I have painted a Case 224 (garden tractor) after sanding the entire thing (this was a ground up rebuild) I painted the machine with spray paint from Tractor Supply Co. I cannot recall the mfg of the paint but it was darn good stuff. It laid down a nice thick coat and looks real smooth. It was rather expensive but for a small project like mine it made sense ($4.00 per can). For the cost you may be just as far ahead to buy a gallon up at TSC and a spray gun. Or take it to your local body shop after you have completed the prep work, especially if you plan on painting it this time of year it is difficult to get 70 degrees and low humidity. Anyway awesome machine and have fun.

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Chester

12-19-2003 16:33:25




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 Re: Re: Re: SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB in reply to Johneodeere, 12-19-2003 09:34:31  
If this is to be just a working tractor, and want it to look a little better, you could do a job with rattle cans. But it will take many. As a example I painted a tailgate on a truck and used five cans to make it look decent. The main problem with rattle cans is the small amount of paint deposited..... only suited to small projects. Also had a fourteen foot truck dump box that needed help as it was "dinged and rusty." Too big for rattle cans, so cleaned it off as best I could with a wire brush and used a roller (and brush in the corners) to spruce it up. Turned out quite acceptable for a old work truck (hauling junk). About twenty-five years back I graduated to one of those (Taiwan) spray guns that spray all over the place, but do a good job. Be aware that those off the shelf pre-mixed paints do not stand up well in the sun, red being one of the first to "go." Have painted a few cars along the way with various paints, all outside, and that gun is still my favorite. Have to hold your breath a lot. Take care which ever way you go.

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lyle

12-21-2003 11:57:04




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 Re: Re: Re: Re: SPRAY CAN PAINT JOB in reply to Chester, 12-19-2003 16:33:25  
My dad has a 39 farmall a. Hes had it since I was about 2. About 6 years ago I restored it. It was my first restoration and none of mine are show piece. I used a $20 grinder and wire wheels for the rust. I must have used at least $70 worth of spray paint. It wasnt from the IH Case dealer but it was about 5$ a can. Anyway, I agree with every body else so far in that using a paint gun (if you have a good enough compressor) is cheeper and will achieve a much better result.(and youll learn to hold your breath). A year after that rattle can paint job the paint and clear coat had cracked up and faided. It is red but I think it would happen to any color. I have since repainted with a cheap (taiwan) spray gun that I dont think goes all over the place but outlasts rattle can. I used the red leaded tracter paint from the IH dealer and have found a clear coat that will work with it. I would use roof tar before i use spray cans on that tracter again. Anyway, good luck with whatever you do. Hope it turns out nice.

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