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v8bobber

Member Since: 26 Aug 2012
Location: pembrokeshire
Posts: 439

2008 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Java Black

Spraying at home

First off, apologies if this has been covered before but nothing obvious showed up on the search.

The rear wing of my 110 DC needs replacing, and hence spraying. I know the easiest thing would be for me to just take it someone who can spray it cheaply and easily for me but I would like to do it myself as painting is the only thing that I haven't taught myself to do over the years.

I have a small compressor which I doubt is up to the job and I do not mind buying another one but I'm not sure of what capacity / flow to go for and also what paint to go for.

I have done a bit of research and this has shown conflicting advice. Some say cellulose, some say acrylic, and then some are on about 2pack. I was aware before that 2 pack needed some specialist equipment such as an airfed mask and do not really want to go to this length.

Even though it is probably more cost effective just to give the panel to someone to spray, I don't mind investing some money to buy some kit so I can do future spray jobs myself. Any pointers to some equipment that would start me off would be great.

I also heard someone mention HVLP systems. Any opinions?

Dave

3rd May 2014 1:27am

LR90XS2011

Member Since: 05 Apr 2011
Location: bickenhill
Posts: 3616

2011 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Galway Green

I have sprayed whole cars at home in the past, used both cellulose and two pack and both with a small compressor and cheap spray gun and got fairly good results. It is time consuming and messy. If you have a big indoor space that helps, I had to do it outside on a hot still day and then wheeled the cars carefully into the garage. It is satisfying if all goes well, conversely it can be very frustrating when it does not and you get runs or reactions. I would recommend getting a small spray gun and trying it on some simular materials to see if you are happy with the results before going for it on the car. DEFENDER 90 TDCI XS,

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3rd May 2014 6:50am

Alex1976

Member Since: 24 Jan 2013
Location: Buckingham
Posts: 596

I resprayed my Defender when I rebuilt it just doing a panel at a time. All I had was a compressor, spray gun and a dirty garage and yet it came out really well.

I got the compressor and spray gun from Machine Mart. I bought their own brand 'Clarke' compressor. It is a 50ltr air tank and gives 6cfm of air flow. It is an oil free model so as not to get oil contamination in the air and therefore paint. A larger tank would have been good, but 50ltr was ok.

The spray gun was also a Clarke HVLP gravity fed gun. Again this worked just fine even though it was £30 and not £300 like the pro guns.

I got the paint from an online trade paint supplier and the easiest stuff I have found to use is the Mipa system. It is a water based base coat and then an acrylic clear coat. Fast drying at normal air temp and not too toxic so it is great for home use. Really pleased with the results though - they look professional.

3rd May 2014 8:16am

Happyoldgit

Member Since: 14 Sep 2007
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 3471

2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 USW Corris Grey

Solid colours are somewhat easier to get an even finish than metallic. Cleanliness is a must - the key to a good finish is good preparation, it's the prep that takes the time. Some paint systems are more forgiving than others, don't rush it, practice makes perfect. I've managed some good results with HVLP systems esp with old fashioned cellulose but a decent gun, largish compressor and good filtration make it easier. Steve.
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3rd May 2014 8:31am

jimbob7

Member Since: 06 Jul 2013
Location: uk
Posts: 2055

Depends how good a finish you want.If your car is a 20 year old banger go for it can't make it any worse,if it's fairly new there is a good chance it wont look right and I would leave it to a pro.Of course I'm being kind,I've known quite a few peeps paint their cars in the past thinkin they done a good job

. Pov.spec,ftw. 2006, 110,TD5.

3rd May 2014 9:08am

g-mack

Member Since: 07 Jan 2014
Location: northumberland
Posts: 1967

erm excuse me! not all 20 year old cars are bangers!! although to be fair mine is!

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3rd May 2014 10:14am

v8bobber

Member Since: 26 Aug 2012
Location: pembrokeshire
Posts: 439

I'd like a presentable finish but having had defenders for years I know that that doesn't have to be amazing but the metallic finish on the Epsom would have to be passable.

I tinker with the odd Land Rover here and there and it would be nice to not have to rely on a third party to do the bodywork.

I think the first step is to bin my small compressor and get a better one and go from there.

I guess I need to so some serious reading up on paint while i'm at it.

4th May 2014 1:08am

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