HUGE PROJECT Finally DONE. [E113]

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[@dongalloway6888]

Set a wider fan on the spray gun... hold the tip back 10 -12 inches from the surface... hold the gun 90degrees to the paint surface, and do a partial overlap with each coat... don't twist your wrist at the end of the spray stroke... stay 90 degrees through the entire spray, and come back overlapping the previous spray coat... Great job, in a short time it will become automatic...

[@erezklein5769]

Great advice, better to spray twice instead of filling the gaps.

[@Brian-os9qj]

Did just like that, professionally, many yrs ago. It worked well enough for my skills to be in demand.

[@firedupoutdoors]

I was telling him to pull back some.

[@bikerXtrash]

What he said. Also, maybe a little less air and a little more fluid. Start with what he said above and tweak it a bit as I said as necessary.

[@HoustonRoad]

Good advice, follow these tips, you’ll be killing it. Spraying is the only way to go..

[@oliverliddell613]

Your Mom is the best! What a star!

[@kronopolis7]

Also be careful of getting to close with your gun. With a little paint coming out, the air is still flowing at a constant speed-ish. The air can blow the paint and it will pool up and run. You may want to try moving with a little faster motion. You will get to know your equipment quick. Check out some car painting videos.

[@andrelam9898]

Spray painting is definitely both a science and an art. Just like all your fiberglass work you have been doing. I found Kevin Tatz to be one of the best teaches out on various TV car repair shows and elsewhere. He is really good at explaining that you want to see happening and how to adjust settings to correct issues. As a total novice I've managed to learn how to get quite respectable results restoring and painting an entire car in my own garage in a townhouse complex. I'd recommend looking at some of his videos (most available through KZbin). I'd also look into getting a "gun light." You already are wearing a light on your head. Modern lightweight lights are amazing to help see when you have to work in cramped spaces. Having a light shine exactly where the paint is going is super helpful to "read the surface." Lay on too little paint and you get uneven non smooth results. Lay on too much paint and it runs. You will be able to see the paint smooth out as you lay it down thick enough. Good light help minimize the risk of missing some areas (too light) or over spraying and set it up for runs. If you do et a run, don't try to fix it. Let is dry and fix later. Once you start touching paint, things get ugly fast. It's cool now, but when it's warm learned from one of Kevin Tatz videos to wear "old school" sweat bands on my wrists. I use masking tape to lo link my gloves to the Tyvek suit. You WILL sweat. When you are working inside the boart you do not want sweat drops from your hands getting onto the paint. Wearing the wrist sweat bands really helps. They get pretty gross after a painting session. The gloves may be filled with sweat as well... but at least it didn't get on the paint :-)

[@aleho1]

Thank you for explaining the process for painting, it is interesting to see how people do it differently depending on ease, environment and practicality…. It also helps to have budget for good equipment and paint….. not everyone has that luxury.

[@productsontherun]

Hi Matt, what you've set up is nice (you will need a compressor like this for future projects, no question) - but for the actual job you have to do (apply a heavy coat of material in one coat within a enclosed surrounding) it is the wrong technology. You must use a technology called "air-less" - and that is what it is: without air. A heavy coat of material on the surface with (almost) no overspray. The "airless-technology" requires compressed air to work (so: your new compressor will not be useless), but it sets the paint under pressure to get out of the gun with no extra air. It's a totally different "feel" of spraying paint, but you will get used to it very quickly. It's the perfect solution for your actual problems. I'm a Paintshop-manager from Germany, best regards from Berlin

[@djmjr77]

You don't "must" need to use air less.. he has talked about that in previous vids and explains in this one, that the manufacturers of the product he is using said to use air. Of course airless can get thicker coverage, but not correct in all situations

[@philkakid5617]

It looks like you could use a bigger tip to get a little more volume. Also, the spray pattern is extremely narrow. Going to a pressure pot will be extremely valuable, and enable you to push out more volume with a good spray pattern. Also, make sure you put a good refrigerated air dryer system in place. Nothing is worse than getting water into your paint on a final coat.

[@martinjalbert7630]

As for your concern about "explosion risk", the main thing is to DRAIN water from your compressor reservoir so it does not rust and eventually fail. There is a mandatory safety valve on the regulator that prevents an explosion from overpressure.

[@sailpac]

Drain every day.

[@Bltwll]

I bought those overalls after seeing you wearing them and learning about the warranty.. what a deal! Went to work in them today and they felt great! Your work is amazing as always!

[@eugenio1542]

Can't go wrong with expert wife, mom, cat and commentators 😊

[@andrelam9898]

In Europe mechanics and all sorts of trades people wear overalls. I love them. It's especially nice with jobs where you need to bend over all the time. No "plumber crack" ever. Farmers here figured it out a long time ago. I don't know why others performing some form of manual labor haven't figured it out. I have noticed that that they are starting to gain in popularity a bit and are much easier to source today.

[@Bltwll]

@@andrelam9898 I don’t know if you can get Patagonia brand in your country but if you can you should check out their Hemp based clothing. Lifetime warranty on them. If they can’t fix them you get a new pair for free! It’s called the “Iron Clad guarantee”.

[@jimedson3853]

Painting at last. Practice makes perfect. Thanks for the video. There are so many safety features on the compressor setup i think your chances of explosion are very very slim. Thanks for the video 👍👍😁

[@william6526]

Matt, if that paint isnt perfect it will drive you nuts. With your level of perfection on all the things youve already built im sure the paint will be just as perfect. You might try slowing down and overlap your passes. That should get rid of the streaking. You can always go over it with a second coat to cover the places the paint soaked into the areas that werent sealed . Im sure you will be an expert by the time you get to the outside of the boat.

[@ArcticSeaCamel]

That chances the mood so quickly. But of course it’s just the start. A little overwhelming to think about all the preparations you still need… 😅

[@dancarter482]

You can leave the compressor switched on and start/stop it remotely wherever your power source is without doing it any harm - saves traipsing out to the shed and getting deafened. My cats _HATE_ my compressor and air tools! I always mix paint on the floor when using the drill - bucket between my boots so it can't spin. Brave move - love the commitment.

[@cliffordbecker3275]

it looks great. remember to blown down the tank every time it is used. my grandfather had multiple dry cleaning stores and all had huge air compressors out back that got drained every day any of the plants were open. thanks for the disposible tip hack for the spray gun. I always spent forever cleaning my guns. is there a particular brand? did you say 3m? Surely the paint sponsors have very expert and all their epertise at your disposal. They are a great bunch of guys to sponsor you.

[@peterfoster5871]

its been really interesting to see you two grow into this KZbin thing great job

[@stoybenxi7395]

Whatever you do man, you gotta keep the big “5” on the bow. It’s such and interesting and happy looking decal

[@joshleigh5859]

not that your asking but I recently built a spray system for awlgrip and can say a pony tank and 20ft of stainless coil in a circulating ice bath for dryer works wonders. also the festool sanders beat the pneumatic alternatives as far as dust collection period. keep up the great job with the project! also the 3m gun will save you hundreds in cleaning solvents and headache. make sure to reduce and stain the paint. topcoat does not stick to vinyl Ester no matter what the 3m premium faring compound says, you will have adhesion issues/bubbling. finish prime with 545 then 400 grip, tack and topcoat. Finally, air powered respirator amd 3m mask, don't spray with a cartridge mask. explosion proof fan for exhaust.

[@joshleigh5859]

cut the filter out of the 3m gun for high build primers, just straining it is enough, box fan not enough circulation. AIR FED RESPIRATOR!

[@Ricqu]

Can't wait to see this finished! Nice work so far, good documenting.

[@Dennis-eh2vx]

I’ been a professional yacht painter for 15 years at Royal de Vries Feadship in the Netherlands and used the wole AWL GRIP system. I think you could have used some more reducer so you needed less air to nebulize it, if that is even a word. Than the Hullgard would have come out off your gun much easier (depending of the nozzle), and you would have had an more even coverage and less orange peel. Good luck with faring and painting!

[@von492]

The compressor Tank needs a “Drain Valve on the Bottom”. A 1/4 turn ball valve that is plumbed outside the shack. Drain the tank on regular basis when the system is Shutdown daily. The Boat looks totally Awesome, you are the Master Craftsman with a gifted Crew.

[@ApexWoodworks]

I've never seen an air compressor sold in North America without a drain valve on the bottom. Are you sure you weren't thinking of an automated drain valve, which will purge the tank at given intervals?

[@TheMichaelMichaelsen]

It looks incredible!

[@darrylmcleman6456]

Compressor handy for many other things too!!! CHEERS from HERE!

[@5635randy]

Should make a condenser coil since you have cold air this will really dry your air without a formal dryer.

[@sailingyachtrocknroll8402]

Whilst I love fibreglassing, there’s something about painting that feels very satisfying. Like the end of the project, although it isn’t by any means. Great episode

[@andrewmoylan6295]

Looking wicked, Matt, a bit of set-up work now will make your job a whole lot easier later. Keep at it, mate.

[@M.Mae.M]

Congrats 🎉🎉, great progress.

[@cramstick]

You might need a bigger tip for the spraygun or paint might be too thick too, can you thin it

[@juliandrake3159]

My Mom had a 27' O'Day when we lived in upstate, NY. Wonder if it is the same boat your patron owns now. Hers was on Sacandaga Lake but could be anywhere in the north east by now.

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

Thumbs up posted... now to watch it... opening reminds me of the old Country song lyric: "There's a light at the end of the tunnel; LORD, I hope it's not a train!" :0)

[@sailingsjofagel]

No doubt you have heard that you can spray diagonal sweeps hen horizontal to overcome the stripes. Well done Matt - another skill to master..!!! Such a great finish in the long run after a few coats. You are pretty handy with a roller, so I think the spray will have to be extra good for you to be convinced. But, I'm sure you will be an expert in no time..!!

[@RealGrubert]

Looking great, guys!

[@robertgarbe6348]

Technically, the inside of that boat is a confined space, and putting that much paint and solvent into the air of a small space may exceed the capability of your respirator. Suggest a PAPR or even supplied air for these kind of jobs unless Awlgrip permits it. Maybe the paint is SO low VOC that they allow it.

[@Herblay63]

Just think of the time you'll save, all those awkward corners. By the end, you'll be an expert... another skill.

[@gazooJG2]

Ya Gotta Paint it with a "Copper Top" 😉

[@jeremykamel9655]

Nice work. It’s streaky because you’re not putting out enough product. Because of that you have to be to close. Either you’re product is to thick or you need to increase the amount of paint you’re letting out via a needle adjustment.

[@bubasnip]

Definitely need more volume on paint coming out, should be able to adjust it, if not , get a bigger tip , and then you need to widen the fan.

[@chrislee7817]

You are spraying a bit close stick to 12 inches givevor take. Delivery of paint seems a bit low too, might be viscosity or flow rate/pressure. Its going to be great for top coat though. 👍

[@TheMexghost]

looks amazing!! congratulations

[@MatthewCardwell]

Add an additional air water separator by the boat side fitting

[@SimonElenor]

You WILL need an air dryer. I use the Harbor Freight version, $500 and works. Otherwise moistin air will ruin your paint.

[@commonsense7093]

great job!!!

[@kiwior_c37]

wow the boat looks great

[@davekimbler2308]

HVLP is the way to go ( High Volume Low Pressure ) and your gun seems to be to thin on your settings , I'd go a bit thicker and slower ! Just a thought !

[@pierrefiore6933]

oh, it's easier to apply multiple coats for an even surface rather than try to get it in one shot...in a year you'll be able to do that :)

[@ATAP...AnotherTime]

Excited ❤ to watch ....

[@TheDuracellProject]

thanks, Martin! Hope all is well with you and your furry friends.

[@mmanut]

TWO COATS ARE REQUIRED. DONT TRY TO GET AWAY WITH JUST ONE COAT. ALL THAT WORK, DO IT RIGHT, TWO SOMETIMES THREE COATS. Vinny 🇺🇸

[@TheDuracellProject]

we will definitely do more coats! It looks terrible with jsut one

[@peterock41]

Where possible spray light coats in a top to bottom side to side pattern to eliminate streaking , this should help even it out .

[@travisrigney6365]

It’s called box coating and can be helpful in certain situations.

[@cesarmuttio506]

You have to practice over a random material ,but it has to be primed same as the boat , I dont know this spray gun but a good one do the job much faster

[@garrettbinley7349]

Need more tank to da sand any large area. . That compressor will never shut off.

[@imabeliever244]

I laughed in the intro at "90%" then I laughed again during the video at "90%"! I have a feeling that Matt is way less serious than he lets on when filming for professionalism. lol

[@TheDuracellProject]

He’s actually a pretty goofy guy😊-janni

[@rutgerengbersen2145]

Rolling she first coat of primer will push it way better in pinholes and imperfections , speaking from 35 years of experience.

[@jacobpriest]

The background song sounds like you ain’t going no where by the byrds

[@pmacgowan]

You have to paint parts of the yellow thing blue to make it a minion!

[@lifttech65]

Wish they had something like that gun in the 80's and early 90's. I've used both Binks and Eclipse guns. Always hated the clean up afterwards.

[@lukewilson2418]

Those rags are the absolute worst dude! I feel for you...I made a similar mistake on my railing.... Good thing you're just priming. you're top coat is gonna shine...

[@davo3238]

It's beautiful

[@darrenrautenbach3936]

Looks like your fan was setup horizontal and not verticle.

[@sailor5026]

You did it.

[@c.a.mcneil7599]

I wouldn’t about worry a small bubble. When they make many bubbles then fix it

[@JeremyVeleber]

You might want to take that fuel cans out of there. Gas and electric motors can be an explosive combo.

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thanks, they are empty!

[@Highmarshaljibbo]

I think the real question is, did you blow tack and static it.

[@lawrencefranck9417]

You could have taken the 2x4 skids off the compress

[@jg296]

That spray gun you're using probably got a 1.3 or get a 1.4 or 2.0 in relax it's only paint your job will go a lot better that's what happens when you paint scared😊😊😊😊

[@patchmack4469]

oh my pet hate, masking particularly when outside, makes me so angry - but the joy of unmasking, so worth it in the end how many rolls did you get through? why didn't you take the wood feet off the compressor and tip it towards you to get inside the shed instead of cutting what looked like a descent structural part, oh well

[@MrMatto84]

When I first had my compressor setup I blew a hose and my god it scared the beJesus out of me haha

[@richardfoote1422]

You may want to consider storing those gas cans somewhere else

[@SophieStepfordSailing]

I hope the jerry cans next to the compressor are empty... 😬

[@desmacmahon7582]

Out of Curiosity. How many hours a day and how many days per week do you work? Always amazed at the amount of preparation and work achieved each week and the standard its achieved at. Credit to all involved.

[@TheDuracellProject]

Matt works about 70 hours a week on the boat. 7 days a week!-janni

[@desmacmahon7582]

@@TheDuracellProject it shows. It may be a labour of love but it is still labour. Look after yourselves.

[@shanep5121]

Two grown men couldn't carry that air compressor? I can carry it by myself.

[@JZS171-W]

That’s the wrong gun for a thick cold primer Matt, there’s not enough air flow. You should be storing & mixing the paint in the warm.

[@TheDuracellProject]

I kept the paint warm. I may have used the wrong tip on the gun

[@JZS171-W]

@@TheDuracellProject cool, the vid gave the impression the paint was in your workshop. Something isn’t right you should be making a wider spray fan & you should be able to have the gun much further back from the surface you are spraying. I’m sure you’ll work it out 👍🏻

[@kiwibobnz9812]

Run the paint through a screen prior to use it’s never perfect you’ll be surprised how much impurity you will filter out

[@mikeingalsbee2959]

How many times has the inspector been fiber glassed?

[@TheDuracellProject]

that would result in a HUGE fine, so we're careful to avoid it

[@jameslogan2003]

It's that but first moment.

[@blackbirdxx4613]

Matt you look like a bunny wabbit😂😂😂

[@gatecrasher1970]

when you painting the outside?

[@TheDuracellProject]

This summer hopefully

[@bryanwatt9751]

What's your mum listening to on those serious looking headphones!?

[@TheDuracellProject]

Just noise canceling headphones!

[@maxcoldhill]

❤❤❤

[@sdtok527]

To be honest, 90% of a good paint job is sanding and leveling the surface. From what I can see, it seems to me that has been partly neglected. A 100% perfect paint job will only show the imperfections in the surface. I feel like some surfaces needed fairing for a 100% perfect paint look. And the edges on the door look roughhly cut for instance. But if perfection is not your aim (its a lot of work), and you are aiming for nice enough that is of course perfectly fine.

[@kylejoyce7334]

You cut your shed, you could have taken the timber off the compressor? Wth

[@wayphun72]

...hopefully you plan on doing a ton more faring, because that last shot of all those tape joints you and your mom did looks awful ;-(

[@TheDuracellProject]

it's not nearly done

[@glennreach6930]

You have to turn in your Man Card now......I saw you reading the instructions!🥸

[@colinbolton5415]

It wasn't clear from the video, but I don't think you were overlapping your passes which may be why you were getting the tiger stripes. As you start the second pass aim to overlap the first pass by about 50%, this should mean that you will effectively get two passes over the entire area. The other thing you need to know is what sort of film thickness you are applying. On wood and composite this is hard to measure, you can use a wet film thickness comb on a very flat area to give you an idea of the wet film thickness. The data for the paint should detail the optimum film thickness. I'm sure your paint rep can assist you with this as it is key to getting a good finish. If the primer doesn't go on correctly you will have to spend a lot of time sanding it as subsequent coats will follow the contours left by the previous coat.

[@phlodel]

Loctite 567 thread sealant works wonders on pipe threads. Better than Teflon tape.

[@fransdriesen1311]

Don’t worry, you’ve proven to master new challenges and techniques…these painting chores will become another nice accomplishment..

[@TheDuracellProject]

thanks, Frans! Yes more practice and I'm sure we'll dial it in

[@hoosierfatha]

Pro tip! don't forget to drain the water out of your tank(on the bottom) once a day or buy an automatic/timer drain valve(120vac) you can em get off Amaz*n pretty cheap, dont forget pipe fittings too. or not...

[@mitch305]

Yes, with an outside installation you will get so much water in the bottom of your comressor tank, maybe up to a pint or more every day depending on how much you are running it. And that water must be drained daily or it will go directly into your paint or air tools or just helping to corrode the bottem of your tank.

[@teeanahera8949]

@@mitch305and then it will explode and kill anyone within 15m.

[@AlaskaRog]

Agreed! And the extra water separator in addition to regular tank draining is super important if you want a good finish.

[@stevejames9221]

Or make/buy an air dryer.

[@pfox9094]

That air cylinder deserves a repaint.... When I saw it I immediately thought Minion

[@jeremyprice679]

Project Brupeg!!!

[@theconfessionsof_a]

No, paint a minion face on it!🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@janina8559]

Yes 😂😂😂

[@andrewmartin9597]

😂😂😂

[@joea537]

Be aware of the condensate (H2O) that will be accumulating in the air compressor tank. The amount generated is determined by humidity and temperature. Storing the tank outside is fine but it will exacerbate the rate of condensation within the tank. Things to consider: tank blowdown, the frequency and the potential for it freezing/splitting the blowdown valve. I did not see a blowdown valve on the bottom of the tank!! The filters, i.e. oil, water, and particulate are fine. Do not ignore the need for a blowdown. Good luck👍

[@gradydees9981]

You won't regret the big compressor and spray painting 😊

[@ApexWoodworks]

It'd be interesting to see the CFM rating of the pump, wouldn't it, the pump dictates so much when it comes to spray finishing.

[@JetSkiBuyFixPlaySellChannel]

Should be easy to sell the compressor when you're done with the project.

[@billbrown3643]

Matt, I gotta tell you you got one beautiful mom. I tell you what that lady works really hard and everything right you’re very fortunate to have a mother like that. She needs a lot of appreciation. Good luck you’re doing a good job on that boat. Have a good evening bye-bye

[@grahamwheelock7497]

Less air more paint and a pot gun is the way to go help guns are great for small things and touch up as well as boot stripes but other then that with big area like that the hvlp gun just won't do a nice job and with a pot gun we usually put two coats on your streaking of spray pattern goes away after your second shot tips from a pro

[@ChrisHarding-lk3jj]

You really should have got the hgp gun instead of that one. You aren't getting the volume of product you need through that gun. With the hgp you could have painted that bench top in two or 3 quick passes in less time than you made a single pass. The gun you have is really designed for spraying clear coat and metallic base coats. It looks like you had to crank up the air pressure just to get it to spray. The hgp is specifically for high viscosity and high solid content products. Having the compressor outside causes much more moisture to be in the compressed air especially where you live. You really need a refrigerated air dryer. The consistency of automotive finishes is much closer to water compared to the product you are spraying.

[@markchodroff250]

I painted for,years on machines , I was going to help,with some advice but many people gave you great advice , your doing good for the first time , just like your fiberglassing after a few times you will be the best !

[@Mechone11]

your going to need a refridgerated air dryer to remove water in the air for air tools and painting. Chicago pneumatic with internal dryer is the way to go ...small screw compressor

[@djmjr77]

You might need to put dryers at the end of those long lines into the tent, they will build up moisture

[@amazonhippie7826]

I imagine you’ll have a bunch of know-it-alls talking trash about your Dewalt air compressor. But I like Dewalt just fine. It’s affordable and gets the job done. 👍🏼

[@ronfurro4161]

You are VERY lucky the "Feline Inspector" didn't notice but you need to relocate combustibles, like gas tanks, away from a compressor, as those brushed universal motors spark every time they engage.

[@TheDuracellProject]

they are empty, but maybe we'll move them anyway! Yes, the inspector would have slapped a hefty fine on us had she noticed.

[@35manning]

​@@TheDuracellProjectactually, "empty" is worse, VERY much worse. Liquids do not burn, the vapours do. And "empty" just means full of vapours. Every fuel has a Goldilocks zone of the right temperature to emit vapours and the right ratio of vapours to oxygen to burn. But unless you have a gas detector that can check for LEL (lower explosive limit) and you scan everywhere, you won't really know if you have that ideal environment. So better to be safe than sorry. Former firefighter with training in hazardous materials and former aviation fuel truck driver. A lot of people panic around dangerous goods when it reality they tend to be much safer then people realise, but when things do go wrong they do it in spectacular fashion. I wasn't even allowed to carry a cigarette lighter when driving the fuel trucks. But I had one catch fire on me and the full load of jet fuel was fine. Got the engine fire put out, the truck repaired the same day and delivered that load of fuel the next morning. Of course not all fuels are as mild as jet fuel.

[@stephenshort839]

I can't believe that you cut out the Header to get the compressor in. What about removing the 2X4s that it was mounted on? I'm sure that you will repair it soon and it will be fine.

[@rayboucher479]

Spraying pretty close back up to around 1 foot and the fan will be larger and then overlaps by about 1/2. This will lay the paint on more evenly and help get rid of the tiger stripes.

[@kevincannon7707]

Your paint is not thin enough for a cup

[@35manning]

A tip for the best air supply for painting. You want the compressed air to be as dry and free from oil as possible. A cheap way to do this is to take the supply from the compressor, run it though a long length of hose / pipe that starts up high, then works its way down with a water separator at the bottom. You can use a shorter hose / pipe if you place it in a container of water. As the air compressor works, it heats up the air which allows it to absorb water. As it cools down, the absorbed water condenses. You could run the compressor and wait, use the air and then run the compressor and wait again. Or using the long hose / pipe the air will cool down much faster. The downward path of the hose / pipe directs the condensation to flow to the bottom where the water separator is waiting for it. If water makes it past the separator, you just need a longer length of hose / pipe. What otherwise typically happens is the supply line to the paint gun is where the air cools down and the air flow forces the water out through the paint gun. This is more of an issue places with higher humidity. It's also why professional paint booths have a pressure regulator and water separator placed right inside the spray booth with the compressor located outside and some distance away.