mjg202

Hi,
I am extremely proficient at painting with a spray can. I don't have a spray system or anything close. The boat isn't worth sinking $150 plus on a paint job. The boat is from China and is a Gas fiberglass hull. It is very good quality. I posted this on the general forum and had pathetic responses. My question is: What kind spray paint is durable enough to handle a 46" Gas boat. Surely there is a good paint out there that would be durable enough to do the job. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Mike

tapkoote

Krylon for plastic with a good clear coat

Paul M

What is a "good" clear coat?

I'd have to be pretty confident about how fuel proof it would be. That's a lot of work to see go down the drain with one splash of gas.

martno1fan

Ive had good success using automotive spray cans doesnt really matter what make so long as its made for cars though some might disagree,then use a good quallity 2 k clear over it also available in cans and yes its fuel proof.
Mart
Forgot to say stay away from plastikote its horrible.

w3bby

You can get 2K directly in a can, [link=http://www.66autocolor.com/SprayMax_2K_Aerosol_Auto_Paint_p/spm-mix2k.htm]Spray Max[/link]

F1TUNNEL

I have been looking at cans also, I was thinking of trying Holts Dupli Color, its an auto touch up spray and comes in many colors. I also found a place near by that puts auto paint into cans for you. They could do cans as cheap as about $15 for basic unmixed colors, but not that many colors to choose from on the unmixed chart.

BH_Trade

Duplicolor engine enamel doesn't need a clear coat on top to be fuel proof, very tough paint, doesn't chip easily due to embedded ceramic particles, but the color choices are somewhat limited.  I did try their engine enamel clear on top and was very disappointed that it didn't "wet out" very well.  Tried Plastikote engine enamel clear instead and I was very happy with the final finish.

P.S. be careful with the Spraymax 2 part clear, wear a proper respirator if you elect to use that stuff, almost mandatory!

8MILLSNIPER007

I believe that the makers of "monokote" sell epoxy paints in spray cans and you can get them in many different colors.