Originally posted by k_sonn
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I am happy to hear that you have not experienced the problems that I have with Behr paint. Unfortunately, I am not the only person who has had Behr paint turn gummy from gasoline. I let the paint dry for over a month before gasoline came near the paint so curing time is not the problem. The exact cause of the problem is not yet clear. It could be the oil in the gas that is causing the problem or the brand of gas used. Who knows. I personally like latex. It is much lighter than any other paint I have used and is easy to weather. I do know that I will use flat clear this time around.
K_Sonn, perhaps a "mini investigation" is needed here....
Just curious, (and, no I didn't read all the previous replies) are ou using Windshield washer fluid or water to thin your paint? Are you using the Flotrol?
I'm curious now as to whether or not I'll have similar problems in the future.
I have painted four warbirds with Behr so far, a Z-P40, two Z-Corsairs, and one Vailly FW190 with nary a problem.
I mix the Behr brand paint just as Roy instructs in his article.
I have two airplanes with B&B Specialties fuel fittings coming through the side of the fuselage near the cowl and gasoline always drips down the side either from the fill, or the vent fitting just below it. The paint is still like the day it was applied.
Is the paint softening near areas that are in contact with hot exhaust gasses?
This could be the reason i don't have a similar problem as I don't have any areas where hot gasses from the muffler come in close proximity to the paint........ Just trying to understand the "why's" of your problem as I thought all brands of latex paint were very much similar..........