Hey, Ive seen some sweet sleds that have painted plastics. I was thinking about doing it to my 04 rev 440 and just wanted to know the right prep work and method to paint it? If there are any secrets? And opinions on painting plastic..am i gona be disappointed and have it start cracking and falling off in a year? Thanks for any input.
Painting Panels
- Thread starter cpoelaert
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anyone tried the Krylon Fusion?
I used the Krylon Paint on my 07 Rev. I painted the wind deflectors and the bogey wheels. The deflectors looked great after a season but the bogey wheels didnt do very well. Had to touch after five rides. They cracked all the time.
could be wrong but i think the fusion is way over rated
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SilverGriz
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I used the Krylon Fusion on the inside of my windshield. It turned out good. I had my panels professional painted and clear coated. Time will tell how they hold up once the snow hits.
It a bit more complicated than Krayola spray bombs. It's never going to be as durable as sold color plastic and will scrape off it you hit trees or rocks. A good way to compare it is the plastic bumpers and panels on cars. If prepped correctly it hangs on fairly good.
just used automotive primer and paint on mine and it turned out good.
thanks for the info guys...I worked part time at an autobody place so i'll see if i can shoot it there.
Scuff sand every part, pay close attention to the nooks and cranny's, use a plastic primer then base/clear and keep it as thin as you can while still looking good. The paint will crack anywhere the panels flex much, otherwise it holds up great. Most sled plastic comes painted from the factory, anywhere the factory paint cracks yours will also. Don't use rattle cans if you want it to last. Be real careful not to run the paint as they are a b!tch to buff if you need to.
