How to Use Speedokote Primer & Sealer OBS Chevy Truck

[@sheldongilbert808]

I started using that Dura gold paper it's pretty amazing. Doesn't clog up like the others is bad. Thanks for the heads up

[@3Wheels1Block]

You're welcome! I have been happy with the performance of dura gold for sure. 😃

[@danielsimpson2525]

I love dura gold sandpaper too, great stuff, great video.

[@3Wheels1Block]

I am a big fan of Dura Gold's products, they really cut fast, rarely clog and last a long time compared to a lot of other products out there 👍🏾

[@clarenceherron2562]

Where do you get that primer

[@3Wheels1Block]

Great question! All products can be found below 👇 www.speedokote.com

[@snake_eyes_garage]

I guess you could get those 'drywall stilts'. I have a van top to work on and that what I was thinking. Great job!

[@3Wheels1Block]

Thank you. I am definitely considering some stilts 😂.

[@brianrowe9880]

Found your channel tonight looking for last minute tips for shooting speedokote 2k primer for the first time tomorrow. Got hooked instantly...also been using the dura gold sand paper for prep. Hopefully I can get results like you do.

[@3Wheels1Block]

Thank you! I hope the video helps. The 2790G primer is very impressive. It is also VERY thick out of the can if you are using a 1.4 or 1.3 tip you will probably need to over reduce it to get a nice smooth flow. I ended up adding a out 20% more reducer with the gun I was using and had amazing results. I stick to about a 2 second drip on primers and it usually works well. Good luck 👍🏾

[@homer13martinez]

What kind of spray gun are you using for blue

[@3Wheels1Block]

This is the Mark1 Refinish Pro from @Speedokote Refinish Network

[@the1whoknocks275]

I hope you see this, we’re you able to spray the sealer over the bare metal sand through spots?

[@3Wheels1Block]

Good question, sealer can work over small areas of burn through. I would not recommend it over large bare metal areas.

[@the1whoknocks275]

@@3Wheels1Block thanks so much for the quick reply, I’m painting my obs with the same materials you used on this one. One more question I had was how long can I leave the sealer on the truck before base coat? I was wanting to spray sealer the night before and base the next morning but not sure if that would cause any issues

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@the1whoknocks275 I would spray sealer at the same time as the base coat. Sealer is typically dry in 20 minutes.

[@the1whoknocks275]

@@3Wheels1Block another question was what psi did you shoot the sealer for this truck?

[@3Wheels1Block]

I used a 1.3 tip on a HTE spray gun at 26 psi.

[@jonhsmith1902]

Question, my car was painted some years ago, over the years it developed some dings and chips. Can I body work and sand off the existing clear then apply a polyester primer or do you recommend a 2k primer? If so, what sand papers should I be using?

[@3Wheels1Block]

Great question you can sand down with 400 grit paper in most cases. If you apply a polyester filler primer i would use a 2k over that or sealer before basecoat. Upsand with 800/1000 wet if you aren't using sealer, if you use sealer you can go straight to basecoat.

[@nottodayganggarage1384]

Keep grinding. Like the process.

[@3Wheels1Block]

It's the only way to the finish line😅

[@CravingClassics]

Trucks looking nice ! That primer seemed to work well

[@3Wheels1Block]

Thank you! It is coming along nicely! I have been very impressed with the Speedokote line-up.

[@tbone1212]

Just came across your channel,lots of good advice, do you sand the 1 k sealer or just shoot the color over, what kind of results do you get.

[@3Wheels1Block]

Thank you! The after you spray the seller you are ready to spray your basecoat and clear, no sanding needed.

[@jeffreyeaton9934]

I know it's an older video but sometimes if there's a cut line on top paint top then the rest of vehicle. I found it easier to take wheels of lower vehicle paint top then raise vehicle to get underneath easier.

[@3Wheels1Block]

That would be nice when there is a cut line. I may get some sheet rock stilts 😅 even being 6 feet tall this truck is a lot of area to cover 😅

[@jeffreyeaton9934]

@@3Wheels1Block Doing the top separate decreases dust significantly plus I unroll 4 pieces of carpet down around vehicle before spraying

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@jeffreyeaton9934 that is an interesting idea, I may have to give that a try. Thank you 👍🏾

[@iansmith9201]

currently repairing my 09 dodge ram, replaced rocker panels cab corners, and ended up having to do repairs to both fenders, driver side door, and now tackling rust on bedsides and tailgate. i originally planned to just blend the paint(white), but now im wondering if it would almost be easier to repaint the entire truck, any suggestions? truck is stone white color(pw1) and its kind of got a yellow tint to it which i would prefer a bright white basecoat if i did repaint the entire truck.

[@3Wheels1Block]

If you have gone that far you may as well do a full respray. This Speedokote bright white is a winner.

[@iansmith9201]

@@3Wheels1Block thanks for reply! i did up pulling the trigger on the speedokote bright white base, super excited

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@iansmith9201 excellent 😎

[@StevenPenny]

So if you had peeled paint and you plan on throwing epoxy primer on top, how do you smooth the edges of the peeled areas. Filler or sand down the affected area? Will filler adhere to raw aluminum?

[@3Wheels1Block]

If your paint is peeling and not just the clear coat I recommend sanding it down with 220 to bare metal (if rust is showing or 400 to the primer and then applying the epoxy primer. That EP will seal everything up and give you a good foundation for you to continue your bodywork on. I will follow up about aluminum.

[@StevenPenny]

@@3Wheels1Block Ok. I was wondering if epoxy worked well on aluminum. I’ve used self etching type in the past but this is the first time I’m painting an entire vehicle.

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@StevenPenny yes the Speedokote epoxy primer is some really solid stuff, it works well on aluminum and any other surface.

[@StevenPenny]

@@3Wheels1Block Good to hear, thanks.

[@TheseBygones]

How do you mix It into a sealer? I can't find anything online on how much reducer to add

[@3Wheels1Block]

This is RTS or ready to spray from the can. Make sure you mix it up really well with a mixer or paint stick. Be sure to use a paint strainer or filter when pouring from your can to the spray gun. And you are ready to go.

[@tashacorcoran2683]

With the sealer you used would I need just hardener

[@3Wheels1Block]

No hardener is required for Speedokote's 1k sealer. Just mix and spray.😎

[@TristanSogge]

So I plan on doing my car in the 2k primer. How many coats do you recommend and 400-600 grit stand paper before my single stage black should be fine don’t u think?

[@3Wheels1Block]

I recommend 2 coats, block it with 320-600-800 and then single stage or sand with 320 and use 1k sealer then spray your single stage.

[@TristanSogge]

@@3Wheels1Block thanks for the reply, I’m new at painting and just want to do it right the first time. Being the car is down to metal in some areas and has a good amount of bondo on it would it be fine just going over it with the 2k speedokote high build primer or would it be better to spray it with something else first?

[@3Wheels1Block]

2k will be fine.

[@alejandroochoa3541]

What size tip did you use for that sealer??

[@3Wheels1Block]

I used a 1.3mm tip for the sealer on this job.

[@randy1ization]

im painting my truck indigo blue mettalic,, my truck didnt have alot of bodywork,,, so I didnt prime the whole truck, just spot primed it in spots.. alot of rock chips and a little damage on the corner of the hood, and the right fender.. Im hoping the primer spots dont show thru the paint being im using the black primer. most of the clearcoat has peeled off of the truck, so I plan to sand it down with 600, then a maroon scotchbrite and shoot it.. I know some paints cover better than others,,,, my neighbor painted a friends truck red, and the primer spots stuck out like a turd in a punch bowl.. do you find that fine mettalic colors dont cover as well as solid non mettalic colors, or does it just depend on the recipe?

[@3Wheels1Block]

If you are spraying a metallic paint I strongly recommend that you seal it 1st. This will give you a better, more consistent ground coat which translates a better finished basecoat. I have shit metallics over multiple bodyworked areas, unless you wet sand with 800-1000 grit you will almost always have issues. The sealer fills in scratches and provides consistent color. If that 600 is done be hand the scratches can still show, where as a DA will not.

[@randy1ization]

Ive been experimenting with wet sanding with my DA.. it seems to work very well. I use a squirt bottle and keep the area wet.. it helps rinse the sanding dust and keeps the pad clean. with less swirl marks. the sanding pad lasts alot longer too.. I would worry abt adhesion issues using 800 to 100 grit.. but if you havent had problems, I may give it a shot..

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@randy1ization 600 grit it typically ok wet, may have small scratches, but they usually hide ok. 800 wet is pretty much standard procedure.

[@djrowe10]

Very good video presentation! Hard to believe it took me a year after you released this video to see it, so probably is to blame the wonderful YT algorithm. I'm sub'd now for more content! 👍

[@3Wheels1Block]

Thank you! I appreciate your support 👍🏾

[@MinisterCrowley]

I thought I was the only one,who sanded vehicles in my pajama pants lol

[@3Wheels1Block]

😂 I'm glad I'm not alone.

[@randy1ization]

why do they all have a dent under the tailight? ha...im prepping a 93 single cab to paint.,, going with indigo blue mettalic..

[@3Wheels1Block]

The area under that tail light seems to be a popular place to hit something 😂. I've got another OBS video coming out that I think. You will like 😎

[@randy1ization]

sprayed some of the speedcoat last night, I learned that the activator thins it alot, I had pre reduced it, and it was too thin, so next time I will activate it first, then see if it needs reduced.... covered great, sdands great... I love how it dries with a shine, because it shows low spots when sanding,.. talked to a tech guy at speedcoat, and he said I can paint right over the speedcoat high buid primer/sealer.. @@3Wheels1Block

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@randy1ization once you get the mix ratio where you want it, this stuff is clutch. I agree easy sanding and identifying low spots without guided coat is an added bonus.

[@randy1ization]

really no need to buy any other primer.. im really liking it so far,,, ive heard it does shrink back a bit, so I will wait a week before I shoot paint on it,,,, I always do that anyway though. @@3Wheels1Block

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@randy1ization I've never had any shrink back issues with this primer. I've used it for 5-6 years now.

[@randy1ization]

let the air out of the tires so it sits lower. that primer lays down very smooth.!!

[@3Wheels1Block]

Yeah, letting the air would help me gain a couple inches.

[@zanaga1901]

Been taking parts off my Chevy Malibu 2008 before I paint it I know I messaged you before but the last part am taking off is the rear bumper but couldn't get the screws off so got a RV leveler to put my car on and raise it up it lays too low to get to these screws I took the hood off, sideview mirrors, trunk off, doors, inside panels back and front lights and front grille off it a lot of stuff been doing it a month now just waiting for this product to come for I can lift the back of my vehicle up higher to get the back bumper off then will be to paint it soon. But it's outside now will paint it in garage after my parents garage sale they have. Been thinking about moving now though I did have a dream in the last year was in Utah never lived there or went there but if I did move there it would be like when my sister moved out west that passed away years ago she took off and moved out west but she never moved back to Michigan after that I haven't been out west since when she died in 2007 though I know they do have gold out west would like to do that if did go to Utah.

[@3Wheels1Block]

It sounds like you have done quite a bit of disassembly. I hope your paint project comes out well for you 👍🏾.

[@zanaga1901]

@@3Wheels1Block yes have been working on it in the week too before I go to work but I had got some plastic bumper body filler and the other thing I have to do get the rear bumper off after that I pretty much am ready to start painting but when I use this 5 Star Extreme clear which is high solids that be the first time for that I do use Speedkote products too I got their clearcoat and one of their wax and grease removers now but never used their basecoat yet. I have also used Nason flat black sealer last year but I forgot to mention I do have a Speedkote primer sealer/ primer that is black color too I never put a video of when am painting but want to do this year but only been auto painting for two years now though.

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@zanaga1901 you should definitely post your results! It sounds like you have all the parts to the puzzle.

[@zanaga1901]

@@3Wheels1Block yes I do have a good amount of stuff now I just ordered some slow hardner and slow reducer about time I paint after the garage sale is done I am gonna take days off at my job. I have been at the place for almost 3 years now but am at the point I wanna work for myself doing what God really wants me to do this week though I want to get a guitar again the last one took back didn't like but have a guitar amplifier now I have 2 pianos one of them is a synth piano and the other is electric and a harmonica but wanted to get one this week. But about time I paint slow reducer and activator might be better since it is getting hotter more.

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@zanaga1901 that sounds great. Hot weather = slow activator

[@BearBudgetgarage]

Soon going to have sum space to actually work at our new house. 47 foot long garage will seem huge to me! But anyway, I am developing a minimalist approach to the products I buy and methods I use. Speedokote sealer, acrylic laquer primers, the cheapest Speedokote clear for dailies, Euro for a nice car, Glamour for a "show car". Polyester primer for a trainwreck. Ebay base coats unless its black or white then Speedokote. I spend a bit extra for the gold sandpaper. If line is critical, 3m fine tape. But Amazon yellow tape for everything else. It's easy to spend and overspend on products. Takes a while to see thru the hype and just get what you need. Get it down to basics. Kinda like Lakeside Auto. Old school guy who keeps his costs down. Oops, bit long on the commentary...

[@3Wheels1Block]

Congratulations on the big work space! I know I waited 12 years to get where I am now, it makes a huge difference. I agree, not all products are what they are cracked up to be. I've learned a lot and continue to learn. I have PPG & Speedokote and speedo really surprised me. It is very comparable to PPG, especially considering the price. I have used some other paints and not been very happy. I have migrated away from alot of cheaper paints because some just don't handle varied conditions well, humidity being a big one in the south. I still like to lay down some Rust-Oleum though😅.

[@BearBudgetgarage]

@@3Wheels1Block rusty-oleum, say it ain't so🤣 Local shop sells Nason. Even that is pretty expensive by my budget. I have had decent luck with Autobahn base coat. So far anyway... In Michigan where high humidity is very seasonal. I do postpone if humidity is excessive tho. Speedokote prices helps keep rolling. And it's holding up to Michigan cold and snow so far. If something works and is priced right, I stick with it instead of jumping around. You get to know the products that way and exactly how and which ones to use for the job. Kinda keeps it simple. Which I like.👍

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@BearBudgetgarage I agree simple is always better. Between Nason and Speedokote I prefer Speedo any day, superior coverage and stability anywhere from hot and humid to frigid cold. I've used the production clean when the shop was 41 degrees and 91 degrees humidity between 40% up to 92% for the $ you just can't beat it.

[@henryfuentes926]

Does that sealer need a catalyst?

[@3Wheels1Block]

Speedokote 1K sealer is ready to spray, no catalyst is needed.

[@henryfuentes926]

@@3Wheels1Block thanks

[@3Wheels1Block]

You're welcome

[@ronweasleydoriaslivesfam8357]

💨💨🍄👁👁🍄 looking good

[@3Wheels1Block]

Thank you

[@MotoModzofficial]

Bag your tires before you paint

[@3Wheels1Block]

I typically do, these are rollers just to get the truck in the shop, the wheels that it is going to be running we're much larger.