Spraying Alloys

1. link_heroz Frequent Poster Joined: Dec 2011 Loughborough Posts: 760 Black MK2 Saxo VTR 02

   #1 3rd December 2011, 22:38

   how would i go about spraying them a new colour? they're the standard saxo alloys and i can't afford a new set so i was thinking of spraying them to give them a facelift for a few quid.
2. user_39284 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2009 Pembrokeshire Posts: 3952 DubYaRex

   #2 3rd December 2011, 22:51

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by link_heroz how would i go about spraying them a new colour? they're the standard saxo alloys and i can't afford a new set so i was thinking of spraying them to give them a facelift for a few quid.

   Learn to search mate, been covered 1000's of times

   1 user thanked this post: logic_guy
3. link_heroz Frequent Poster Joined: Dec 2011 Loughborough Posts: 760 Black MK2 Saxo VTR 02

   #3 3rd December 2011, 22:53

   is there a search bit? sorry, i'm new to the forum so still learning where everything is.
4. user_39284 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2009 Pembrokeshire Posts: 3952 DubYaRex

   #4 3rd December 2011, 22:57

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by link_heroz is there a search bit? sorry, i'm new to the forum so still learning where everything is.

   Yup top right corner "Search"
   
   Also look at the FAQ's bit at the top of the styling and interior section
5. martinstfc Regular Poster Joined: Jan 2011 trowbridge wiltshire Posts: 294 106 gti

   #5 3rd December 2011, 23:05

   Get a can of spray paint give um a good clean first then spray um won't look amazing but it will also not cost any more than a 10er
6. user_39284 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2009 Pembrokeshire Posts: 3952 DubYaRex

   #6 3rd December 2011, 23:06

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by martinstfc Get a can of spray paint give um a good clean first then spray um won't look amazing but it will also not cost any more than a 10er

   And the winner for worst advice of the year goes too.........
7. link_heroz Frequent Poster Joined: Dec 2011 Loughborough Posts: 760 Black MK2 Saxo VTR 02

   #7 3rd December 2011, 23:09

   got a how to page, thanks.
8. martinstfc Regular Poster Joined: Jan 2011 trowbridge wiltshire Posts: 294 106 gti

   #8 3rd December 2011, 23:23

   Yeah and the 200 pound I save
9. brainbug Regular Poster Joined: Jan 2010 Rotherham, South Yorkshire Posts: 310 Citroen Saxo VTR 1.6 8v (51 Plate)

   #9 3rd December 2011, 23:33

   just done mine gloss black.
   
   2 tins high build primer, 2 tins gloss black paint, 2 tins clear lacquer = £24
   
   this did all 4 wheels and still have a full tin of clear lacquer left.
   
   you'll need some wet and dry sandpaper aswell, only a few pence per sheet.
   
   take your time and they'll turn out ok.
10. logic_guy Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2010 England Posts: 3423

    #10 4th December 2011, 01:03

    Paint stripper ftw and bring them back to bare metal and start from there.
    
    Filler, High build primer, numerous sand paper grades etc
11. logic_guy Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2010 England Posts: 3423

    #11 4th December 2011, 01:03

    I'd also suggest sugar soaping (like a de-greaser) each time you apply a coat of paint.
12. Bedford126 Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Jul 2010 Morley, Leeds Posts: 8469 Civic ep3 type r powered by TDI NORTH

    #12 4th December 2011, 01:31

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by logic_guy Paint stripper ftw and bring them back to bare metal and start from there. Filler, High build primer, numerous sand paper grades etc

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by logic_guy I'd also suggest sugar soaping (like a de-greaser) each time you apply a coat of paint.

    Bad bad bad advice. Never strip anything back to bare metal unless you really have to moisture effects it and the finished product. Second of all there is no need for sugar soap after the initial clean and even then I wouldn't suggest using it. Best to use a solvent such as paint thinners or metholated spirit.