My attempt at the $50 Rustoleum Roll on Paint Job

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Coat # 6 Wet sanded with 800/1000/2000. This is a test patch which came out well as far as reflection, but upon further inspection I noticed deep in the shine you could see where I sanded through the top coat and into the next...slight change in shade. So, I am going to put a final coat on and try to stay on that layer during the sanding and polishing. Thanks for looking, this is coming out great!
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For a final coat, I might suggest mixing a little clear with the colour. You'll get the added coverage you're looking for and the deep gloss finish you want. You might even consider a layer of clear after that. A little 2000 wet sand and some buffing afterwards will put a mirror finish on it. :nice:
 
For a final coat, I might suggest mixing a little clear with the colour. You'll get the added coverage you're looking for and the deep gloss finish you want. You might even consider a layer of clear after that. A little 2000 wet sand and some buffing afterwards will put a mirror finish on it. :nice:

Hmmm...do you really think I can mix clear with the Rustoleum and apply with a roller without issue?
 
Hmmm...do you really think I can mix clear with the Rustoleum and apply with a roller without issue?

It would be a semi clear coat but it could work. I'd try to apply it in a small area or even on a piece of metal. You can just go to harbor frate and pick up a spray gun for 15 bucks and get some clear. I think u have the compressor thing handled. Deffinetly worth giving it a shot!
 
Hmmm...do you really think I can mix clear with the Rustoleum and apply with a roller without issue?

I've mixed clear with acrylic enamel before with great results. I was of course spraying it though. Top it off with one final clear only coat and see where you stand. It certainly couldn't hurt to try. Besides, you'll have more success buffing a clear coat finish, than you will an acrylic paint finish. I'd let it harden a good week or so, with a couple of cold water washes in between before I brought a buffing wheel anywhere near the paint though.
 
Backed out of the garage yesterday to let it get some fresh air and sunlight. This is coat # 7, I am going to let it harden a bit and hit it with some 1500, 2000 then polish.
I had some Headlights with Niteshade onthem so we threw those on instead of the faded stockers.
Sorry for the crappy cell phone pics
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Still need to paint and install all the trim work and handles...might be done this afternoon!
 
Thanks for sharing! This project (and thread) is great! I just got back from 2 auto body shops on estimates to repaint my bumper and they were both over $400. Auto body shops are outright expensive!!! Thanks again for sharing. Good stuff!