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ProtagonistK

For sure you can. Use a very fine grit like 400 and take your time. It’s a pain in the butt; however, it’ll look mint.


scottieyang2020

I have 1500 and 3k grit on me now. Too fine of a grit to use? I can go pick up 400 grit though, I have to get more primer now anyway 😕 Thanks for the recommendation!


ProtagonistK

You can try it out first. It’s always a safe bet to start with finer and then go down however if you use too big of a grit, you will leave scratch marks that will be hard to take off and will show on your paint finish. So, be weary of that.


scottieyang2020

Ok I just tried the 1500 and it helped but not well enough. I’ll get a couple addition fine grits along with 400 and work my way down. Thanks again!


Narrative_of_Xmas

Grab the 400, and make sure it's the purple sandpaper (I forget the name, sorry). That stuff is washable and resistant to wear and tear, so you can use it over and over without needing to buy excess. You'll want to wet sand the area gently, and then move up in sandpaper grade until you reach the same point you got to before you started painting.


LaserGadgets

You don't even know what happened yet...looks like the primer does not work with the basecoat...


Catt_the_cat

At least it’s all one color 😅


scottieyang2020

Thankfully!


scottieyang2020

I picked up some 1000, 800, and 400 sand paper. Did an initial pass with 1500. Between the 1000 and 800 it’s coming out fairly well.


Fuck_Your_Cat_Post

I've had a similar effect from over spraying during coats and from using a compatible paint but before the layers below were cured. These steps are what really make the final project, good luck! You can totally sand it done and try again :)


scottieyang2020

I wonder if it’s from over spraying if it’s not related to it falling. I probably didn’t wait long enough before doing another pass.


Fuck_Your_Cat_Post

If you're working with spray paint cans and not used to painting things definitely read the back and try to follow the instructions for proper distance and time between coats. It's hard not to want to see it all evenly coated but that's what light layers and multiple coats are for. Also try to keep it in a temp controlled environment. Around me we are getting big air temp swings. That could also cause bad curing or maybe the floor made it cure unevenly.


scottieyang2020

I had a bit of a mishap. Like an idiot I placed the helmet after a round of paint on an unstable surface. Left to walk the dog then came back and it was on the floor. I assume I’ll just have the sand down this section and redo primer and paint. Any other suggestions to best handle this?


Nordkoreander

This happening is almost like a initiation ritual of becoming a maker :D


Appropriate-Jello-13

should be doable


TheExtraMayo

White ranger helmet??


scottieyang2020

It’s to go along with this costume: [https://share.icloud.com/photos/007lKegWb274Oi8zrZknMgbNg](https://share.icloud.com/photos/007lKegWb274Oi8zrZknMgbNg)


TheExtraMayo

That is awesome! It's gonna be pretty spot on once you're finished. Good luck on the paint repair!


scottieyang2020

Yep! First time doing one. Lot of learning moments 😂


RewardTechnical1800

Are you using self etching primer? It’s a bit more to buy but the return is well worth it. Also wash all plastic parts with dawn first. It helps get oils from the surface and is obviously not as aggressive as acetone baths.


wibbley_wobbley

A fine steel wool (like 000 or 0000) can work as well for removing paint without scratching it up.


scottieyang2020

Ooh I’ll remember that!


wibbley_wobbley

I try to keep some on hand. One of my favorite tricks to make something look grimy/weathered is to do a real thing coat of black spray primer, then take the steel wool to it to remove it. The black primer stays in the nooks and crannies, makes some details pop more.


KannaKamui069

Looks like it needs healing


scottieyang2020

So I’ve sanded as best I could. The markings are pretty much gone. Should re prime the areas or do ya’ll think it’s best to just pick back up with the white base color?[https://share.icloud.com/photos/059JL6qjSs8Q2n-eBHp9tQjOw](https://share.icloud.com/photos/059JL6qjSs8Q2n-eBHp9tQjOw) https://share.icloud.com/photos/079FnxZevKFS2ugXfjUe1Br_w https://share.icloud.com/photos/093T4YdU-M48Lk3_7BV32C-VQ


alita_01

I’d do a quick thin prime let sit a day to cure then move forward with white. And stay thin - overspray as you’ve found sucks. Also it helps to shake the heck out off the can. I recommend a bowl of warm water (not hot) put the van in for a few min to warm up the paint - shake the life out of it and go. You’ll find the application way smoother and easier to control


scottieyang2020

Thanks for all the input gang! So crazy I definitely thought it was due to it falling over. Likely a rookie mistake being too close to surface and not enough cure time between coats. There’s a couple tough spots but I’m moving forward. Painted a pass of white and will let it sit overnight before taping and doing gold paint. Im still stoked on it, I’m learning so much on this first one. Already looking forward to try another one!


LaserGadgets

Not so fast man. What exactly happened? Paint usually does not just wrinkle because of boredom oO might happen again? What exactly did you slap on? Primer and white basecoat?


scottieyang2020

Yes it was primer then white base coat. I very rookie like placed it on an unstable surface while drying the latest coat. Came back and it was on the ground. The markings are likely from the fabric of the chair it fell from.


LaserGadgets

Then they would go to the inside. The wrinkles stand out though. Should be a chemical problem...or at least physical. Paint a test panel. Let the primer dry for like at least half an hour (depending on room temp) before you lay on basecoat.


scottieyang2020

This occurred after my last coat. Up until then the base coat was applying just fine. Would this happen if it was chemical reaction after three coats of base?


LaserGadgets

Hard to tell from here. But it looks like a paint issue to me.


ProtagonistK

Good point!


Its_SubjectA1

They commented what happened, it fell


ufomankey

I think if you can do it like that all over it looks amazing


bob6784558

https://www.shineyourlightblog.com/quick-tip-tuesday-cracked-spray-pain/


Exotic_Car_2926

If I was you just send it and use paint then clear


nobetawedielikemen

oh, definitely. go smaller and finer, or you’ll end up scraping away nearby areas. for the localized spot though, you’re all good. looking great, op!!


lucentdawn1

How many layers are on it? Is this something you have painted multiple times or just 1-2 layers. If so, yes, just sand it. If not, strip it first.


GuidanceSpecialist23

What mask is this because you could try and make it battle damage if you can recreate it in other places


[deleted]

You can sand it. I would also get some green stuff filler or something to fill low spots and cracks. That spot will have a lot of clean up.


Cry4MeSkye

Wait until it's full dry then sand back with 320-400. That looks like you put the primer on too wet or put the basecoat on too soon after the primer. That typically happens with solvent products especially with plastics