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Old Jan 18, 2007 | 03:41 PM
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How to paint ABS plastic?

if the peice has old paint on it do i sand it down? what grid paper do i use? does it need primer? what else do i need to know?
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 03:42 PM
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Go by the SEM page and read up. It's best to sand it, then prime, then paint.

I tried that FUSION spray paint on an old deck chair and was surprised at how well it worked too for the zero prep work I put into it.
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 03:46 PM
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get some 800 grit. Blow it clean of plastic. Rinse with alcohol,let dry, prime then paint,at least three coats,then clear.
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 04:07 PM
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can i find the clear coat at canadian tire?

dukk what is SEM?
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 04:13 PM
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SEM is a paint and paint products company that specializes in this kind of thing. Darn good stuff.
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 04:26 PM
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my only resource is canadian tire
Old Jan 18, 2007 | 04:38 PM
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Try a automotive type store, Napa, Lordco (if they are out east) etc.
Old Jan 19, 2007 | 01:47 PM
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sure can
Old Jan 19, 2007 | 01:58 PM
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TRY HERE
http://www.sem.ws/
Old Jan 20, 2007 | 02:57 PM
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dont forget adhesion promoter
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