Learning to Paint Like a Pro | Saturday Projects

Well, learning to paint like a pro that is really bad at painting. Like, I guess they're not a "pro" in the complimentary way, but maybe still like a "pro" as in professional. I don't know why they would still have a job though if they're bad. Maybe they're self-employed? Or maybe they're blackmailing their employer into letting them keep their job. Either way, I'm painting like them. I'm painting badly.
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[@RonaldFinger]

Hey if you guys want to make the PVC moisture trap I showed in the video, I have a saved highlight on my Instagram showing the entire process @fingerprintsworkshop

[@ElZamo92]

I’m banned from Instagram from refusing to send them a photo of my passport. Please upload to a platform that doesn’t want to have my very personal information.

[@lemonjuice147]

@@ElZamo92 lmao

[@bmjnk3]

don't use PVC for compressed air lines.

[@constructdestruct360]

I installed a transmission cooler inline between the compressor head and tank which lowered the inlet temp dramatically. Downstream I'm using a similar PVC water trap.

[@HFMartini6]

your progress learning how to paint is really awesome. Those small dots you can see in some of your Coats (that orange peel stuff) is actually Silicone and grease from you and the air, you should use a tent or at least cover the floor and use a Painter suit.

[@nah2860]

Graduating college, getting married and having kids is gonna be nothing to seeing this car in its final glory. Can't wait!

[@danhard8440]

ya still waiting on Binky tho lol

[@usererrorpleasetryagain5276]

@@danhard8440 You don't even know 😂

[@rittenhouse3892]

nah28 facts

[@8ight243]

Fax

[@alexanderritznissen5100]

Im from the future. And i can tell you IT turned out really well.

[@crazyhitlover]

"I'm not gonna let it bother me." perfect quote for 2020.

[@usethenoodle]

Good advice.

[@RimmyTimfpv]

I liked this comment, but then unliked it because I couldn't ruin the 69 likes. Whoever does actually ruin it after me is a monster, but yeah, it won't be me.

[@jamespfitz]

@@RimmyTimfpv Shut up, Beavis.

[@TheFleckening]

Pausing at just the right moment for every HVLP acronym breakout is the most engagement I’ve had with a KZbin video in a while.

[@Jabbekot]

Best comment in all of the Corona-period

[@Datsunz-fr2nw]

I just finished my firebird project yesterday. Took a little more than 11 months to complete. Thank you for inspiring me to get back into the project when it got the most shakey. You're a cool dude

[@joshuamorehead6124]

From the dark profile pic of yours, your car looks nice👍

[@frigglebiscuit7484]

try having a project car that hasnt been done for 10 years....im not upset....;_;

[@matthewf1979]

You should make a video covering the work and finished product. Don’t worry about it being bad, use don’t show your face or license plate :P

[@Datsunz-fr2nw]

@@matthewf1979 you know I just might

[@Datsunz-fr2nw]

@@frigglebiscuit7484 the only way I've gotten my car finished is by working on it any time possible. And if I'm not doing that I'm working to get money for the project

[@G0ZERIAN]

Today's episode was brought to you by the phrases: "GODDAMMI-" "I'M NOT GONNA LET IT BOTHER ME..." and, "Mistake Number......."

[@jonathansparks7558]

ROFLMAO 🤣

[@dskorich]

The gratuitous swearing is not classy on an otherwise classy channel.

[@glider5175]

some tips for painting 1. water down the floor: this will keep dust from drifting onto your parts and make the paint last longer and get better adhesion 2. even through it is plastic, sand down your parts after the first primer is put down. even if the company says you don't have to you should still do it. this will give you a smoother finish and you guessed it, better adhesion and longer lasting paint. 3. after your first layer of paint you should get some super fine sandpaper and give it a good rubdown. this will take out any more finer imperfections and give a nice rough surface for the future layers to adhere too and a smoother looking finish 4. cover the parts when youre not painting. building a small tent or put a box over them. this will prevent dust or other trash from falling on the panels or parts. the name of the game is super fine scratches at the beginning and smooth finish at the end. this will let the paint last longer and look better. also i suggest wiping down the pieces with 91% rubbing alcohol. it evaporates quick enough you dont have to worry about it damaging fiberglass or plastic but it will still remove oils and other contaminates from the surface.

[@nostromo6757]

holy cow, those sail panels look absolutely fantastic! you did wonderfully!

[@kowalskidiazdegeras9190]

The front trim piece cutaway just killed me "It's just cosmetic" ROFL

[@dasinking]

Painting is such a scary thing to do. These results are great! I can't wait to see the whole car finished. It will be great, I can already feel that!

[@boosted2.4_sky]

I painted for my first time ever also a week ago. I bought the Husky Dual gun kit (hvlp and standa5) Which is actually pretty nice for about a hundred bucks. I used a primer coat, basecoat, and clearcoat ..so not a single stage. It actually turned out pretty decent. Most of it's in the prep. Gun set up... and then run with it.

[@gingerboi8711]

man its going to suck when this project is done I really like this kind of content

[@markfriesen1435]

Spencer Bowden you should check out Project Binky then. That’s been going 4 years. Bad Obsession Motorsport

[@TheInnapropriate]

Ronald said in an earlier video that he has another car project ready to go after this, so worry not

[@jessebyrd5272]

Hol up..... is that you WITH stache and WITHOUT in the last shot? That’s an amazing directors cut if so......

[@charliewatson9581]

How tf did you notice that😮

[@TheDmDark]

Don't be silly! it's one of his many twins brothers that was shown in the series. Totally not involves time travel!

[@ssjwes]

You know he had fun with that. After seeing what he goes through making these(the editing), you have to allow for a little fun.

[@PaintSociety]

Great job Ronald! You did a great and I am very proud of your quick learning experience !

[@RonaldFinger]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@dateatorjr9671]

Paint Society is a great channel! Keep up the fantastic job Brian! You are helping me and thousands of others learn and get great results!

[@PaintSociety]

da teatorjr thank you!

[@michealtaylor1228]

10:19 tip on cleaning the gun. Absolutely the most important! Clean, clean, clean. So key to a proper working gun, especially if you are doing multi-stage jobs. Many new guns later, I have learned this lesson too :)

[@JC-ii9vu]

When the horse went off and was met with a "God da..." I literally shot milk out of my damn nose 😂

[@brianj4335]

Nearly choked on my oatmeal on that one.....haven't laughed that hard in a while.

[@JonnieFuzz]

That sound scared the "God Damn" outta me!

[@ivolcaudill9466]

"Except for this spot I'm going to notice every single time I get into the car!" I feel your pain, I am the same way...You had me in stitches! Hahahaha

[@wdsbhb]

it's really great that you include the mistakes as well, instead of making it look like you did it perfectly the first time out.

[@jesusnthedaisychain]

Don Hertzfeldt once said, "The only thing that matters is what actually winds up on the big screen, not how you got it there. You could make a cartoon in crayons about a red square that falls in unrequited love with a blue circle, and there wouldn’t be a dry eye in the house if you know how to tell a story." I never thought that I'd ever be caught up in a saga about a revitalized and resurrected Fiero, but here I am. You're a great storyteller.

[@ngorgproductions]

i feel that "im not gonna let it bother me"

[@rubengarcia2714]

You defently deserve that fiero. Ronald Finger, the people that Sold you that fiero are going to Be blown away when they see what you have done to that Fiero.

[@bradleyhove4177]

Is this a haiku or something?

[@newtcrew]

The old guy is gonna cry and feel good that he sold his wife's car to the right person.

[@eliosaile1689]

Honorable Volunteer Lobster Pot lol learn something new every day!

[@vunguy3n]

Called Eastwood to get this system because I couldn't find it. They told me to look in the seafood section.

[@eliosaile1689]

Vu Nguyen 😂😂

[@moldingpro7208]

Hahaha! I saw that! Also, "Has Veronica Left Portugal" 10:21

[@Onemoretake01]

This killed me! I almost died laughing when I turned it back to pause and read it. Didnt do that with the second one, but as a painter this just cracked me up.

[@tomjoad1363]

@@Onemoretake01 "Has Veronica Left Portugal" was the second.

[@constructdestruct360]

To help eliminate dust and trash in the paint, blow out your shop with a leaf blower the day before. Surround the area or temp booth with plastic sheeting. Wet the floors down with a garden mister before spraying. Also, wear a disposable tyvek paint suit.

[@Justawannabe100]

When i got the notification for this video... I literally stopped what i was doing instantly, opened up youtube and watched the video...Needless to say, my girlfriend was not very happy and i am sleeping on the sofa tonight... worth it.

[@shindanu]

ROFL!

[@aaronrichards2842]

When i got the notification for this video... I literally stopped what i was doing instantly, opened up youtube and watched the video...Needless to say, my heart surgery patient wasnt happy and ill probably be sued, but... worth it.

[@shadowgb]

Stopped what I was doing, ie, her.

[@Daniel-fo2qf]

If she doesn't support the Fiero project then she's not the one.

[@discerningmind]

Ron, this might help. When my brother was getting ready to spray he'd do a quick blast at the floor in the area he would be painting. He did this to tack down any dust that got missed when prepping the room to advert any possibility of kicking up airborne particles that might land on the work. (This may be what caused the anomalies on your work) This was not like painting the floor, he'd shoot it from standing height. At the same time he'd do a final glance at the spray pattern and volume from the gun. Then quickly set out the pieces to be painted. Same thing if your painting a whole car, just cover the car before you put some quick blasts at the floor.

[@jaredemery6338]

Yes, +1 for wetting the floor. No need to waste paint. I keep a pump weed sprayer filled up to wet the booth floor down before a shoot.

[@mave9460]

Great Video...showing the mistakes is the best for the viewer to learn from it👍🏽

[@PurpleHelmet]

I find getting a nice satin job is way harder than straight gloss, so You've really cut your teeth well for the main paintwork. Can't wait to see it!

[@Onemoretake01]

Very true. Atomization, speed, distance, viscosity, and temperature play a big hand in the quality of a finish, especially eggshell or satin. Superior first time though.

[@mikasimei9581]

damn, one great thing about these videos is that, no matter how long it takes for them to get posted, the second you start watching it, its so worth the wait, it completely makes you forget the long wait. That's one way to prove how great and well made these videos are. keep it up man!

[@monroe2245]

What goes wrong in a person's life where they would feel the need to dislike this kids videos?? Great work, thanks again for sharing!

[@joejones6968]

Thank you Ronald. I truly enjoy your honesty and theatrics. Thank you for making yet another video for all of us to watch.

[@Tarkov.]

I love Paint Society, and I'm so glad you shouted him out, he makes some top notch stuff over there.

[@GreenLantern814]

Not only is this project featuring a car I always thought was cool, your humor makes this fun to watch. The paint job on these trim pieces is really well done, even if you'll always notice the little imperfections. I can't wait to see the next video!

[@MrFapps]

showing your mistakes is what makes you a great youtuber. i make a million mistakes with my cars and always wonder why people can do it so easily and i get so frustrated... youre my favourite thankyou :)

[@DoRC]

5:00 if you warm paint cans in the sun for a couple hours before spraying it'll make the paint come out of the can much smoother.

[@CooCuMbEr]

i usually put mine on the radiator for a couple of minutes

[@TheCapitalVice]

Tip for spraying in the garage...wet the floor with a hose first before spraying. It will prevent dirt and debris from flying up and sticking to your piece. Also will prevent sticky floors from overspray on the floors.

[@steinvestlie-nord8879]

I really hope you start a new project when you finish this one, I love watching your videos! Greetings from Norway

[@AudioTones67]

Your process of making mistakes, learning, then succeeding is inspirational Ronald. Great job!

[@ncc74656m]

It's just a thought - not actually a tip having never tried it, but it might have been a good idea to try to set the new faux windows out in the sun on a hot day on their new spots held down with clamps to see if they heat form at all. That way, you reduce the stress on the doublesided tape in the final install.

[@stuartbear922]

Better yet, place the parts in your car while parked in the hot sun. I've done this many times. Be careful, you'll melt certain vinyl parts!

[@ncc74656m]

@@stuartbear922 Even better!

[@gasfiltered]

This is a great idea, but I also want to mention that is 3M VHB tape. With proper prep, I've seen it literally tear metal rather than come unbonded. It is unimaginably strong. Sticking it to fresh paint is a terrible idea, so your heat forming would be very helpful here.

[@thethresh]

We've been watching Ronald so long he went from a kid to a kid with a mustache! :) I am going to be so bummed when this series is done. It is a great accomplishment.

[@powder749]

That 3M UHB tape is no joke. I drive an 18 wheeler that has a texture on everything. As long as it's clean, that tape will bond like nothing else will. I've even got my PC speakers attached to the wall in the bunk area and they haven't moved even though they weigh probably 5 pounds or more.

[@justwrenchit9287]

Those look amazing! Top notch restoration

[@ganceann4457]

the horse got me.

[@ContasYT]

The "I'm not gonna let it bother me." part just describes my life every time something is slightly out of place... even if I have to waste hours to fix something so little I can't control myself and I will fix it!

[@troyfankell6581]

That was nice work and a great learning experience. I have three things as a take away; First, SEM products are always a good answer for any refinishing job. Second, set the base starburst pattern wheels aside and get the Formula wheels from the guy who sold you the front bumper. Third, you better marry that girl because any girl who sticks with you when you restore a Fiero is a keeper. She was even helping!

[@Inchaos42]

You are brave man, Ronald, I mean it. Doing such work with no one beside you, to tell that you’re right of wrong and accept the consequences require courage.

[@DasArab]

AdamLZ is gonna be well jealous of how quickly you grew a proper moustache.

[@dave1135]

I've been watching Since the beginning. You're in the home stretch now and I've loved your attention to detail. You get done, the car will be better than new. I was a tech at a GM dealership when these came out, and even the brand new ones weren't assembled with your attention to fit and finish.

[@MK-8]

Recommend to wear eye protection when using a wire brush! Or any rotating power tool for that matter. Great videos with a refreshing authenticity. Keep up the great work.

[@erikviens9136]

I like your style Ronald- hang in there! As a guy learning for >50 years, this is how it happens and how you get better. Keep that attitude and you'll be further amazed at what you can do- Cheers!

[@johanw1163]

Looking good man! I've always been a petrol head but have for the last 4.5 years lived in a tiny flat in London without any garage or money to spend on cars. This is great fun to watch and I have also learned a lot for the future when I want to move back home and renovate cars (as my hobby). Looking forward to part 10!

[@AntBangBang]

Brilliant. Love that you include the cock-ups so that we can learn from your mistakes too. The finished panels were great!

[@johnsholock9070]

I would never fix that imperfection on that sail panel! It will always remind you of your journey on this car. Especially where it is. Only you will notice down the road. Most fieros sail panels are always broken because they get pushed on when you open the door with hand not on door handle. Yours will be way nicer than those! Can’t wait to see it done!

[@Fireship1]

Nice job Ronald. Spraying auto paint is like welding. The more you practice, the more visually appealing things become.

[@antoniof7479]

You have the patience of a monk. Many would throw everything away and leave the project. Great work

[@dcallan812]

the windows look great! You will pick it up as you go. No point just watching videos, the only way to get the experience is to paint. 👍👍

[@christopherpiper7926]

Good video as always Mr. Stinky Finger.

[@orionbird8578]

Your videos started a spark in me for fieros that has grown over the course of this year as I watch them. Tomarow I am going to buy my first car...a 1984 Poniac Fiero...Thanks Ron your passion is contagious.

[@jimmyjimjims7483]

Anyone who gave this a thumbs down is just jealous, there's NO way you could dislike this. The effort and quality skyrocket every video which is insane! Loved it!

[@davidhollis1117]

You did a great job and the best way to learn to paint is by doing it. It’s actually good to make the common mistakes, so if they crop up in the future, you know how to correct them. All that being said, practice makes perfect, so having a few junk panels of the same material you want to paint is also a good way to learn.

[@kbar150]

Outstanding work sir. Spent 6years in auto body field. Painting is definitely secondary to bodywork, and no one is perfect right out the gate. We all have made similar mistakes, and the frustration was definitely real. Lol

[@DreamWrench]

Great video! Reminds me of when I first started painting HVLP in my garage. I'm still a novice but I've gotten better over the last few years. Keep up the good work!

[@freddyburger5574]

Man, this is so exciting! I was 8 years old when the Fiero was introduced, and I thought they were like the coolest cars ever! Watching you restore this one is such a vicarious thrill. Every episode you release makes me wish I had a Fiero of my own. You're truly living the dream Mr. Finger!!

[@KhanIlkara]

One of the best educators for painting you could possibly get is working with model kits. Or at least that's what I did, on top of looking up professional painters on youtube to get a better understanding and to lock on to a pattern that I want to use for any given project. I have a 1997 Chevy Tahoe where heat had caused the paint to crack and working with that paint job I learned three things. The OEM paint job does not match the color it appears to be very well, Dark Cherry Metallic. To solve this issue, I've discovered that they used a Dark Clear Coat before adding the additional clear coat protection. And finally number three, The primer. I've sifted through a number of primers and determined that the paint job is so far gone it would make one wonder if it is even worth doing this. Reality is, since it's a 97 Tahoe I'm likely going to keep to the Chris Fix method of painting, but with a slight twist. To keep unevenness out of the paint job, I'm likely going to mask off a lot of rubber/chrome and scuff everything to touch up, respray, and then dark clear and clear coat the whole mess.

[@danhymer]

So excited!!! You're so close. Been following this from the beginning. Seeing it through to the end. 🎉👏👏👏

[@andrewhillman9632]

Those sail panels came out great! Give you props for rolling up your sleeves and just getting to it.

[@megabadass456]

No joke this has become my favorite downtime video. All of your videos just are really satisfying to watch and you go into great detail. It's super cool man!

[@samcopland5473]

Can’t wait to see the Finnished product, this makes me want to restore my own projects

[@kikurass322]

You're doing great pal, fast learner and patient, that's all you need.

[@williamholmes9195]

My dad did this when he was alive so, I know what you are going though. He told me it was a learning process for everything that you do. Everything is different and what might work in some situations might not work in others. Glad though you figured it out. and wish we lived next to each other so we could hang out sometimes. lol!! Thanks for the journey!!

[@8dogsbarking]

I am very impressed with how well you got your gun dialed in after attempt #1. It takes a long time to get painting to the point the adjustments and speed are automatic for you. Nice work, keep doing it. It gets to be fun after doing it a while. Eastwood makes great stuff, I’m jealous. The third time was spot on friend!

[@Northern_Farmer]

I have done all my painting on farm equipment.... you get great practice and some mistakes are not terrible on them. The panels came out great!!

[@volttherobot]

“Honorable Volunteer Lobster Pot”? Sounds like you may need some more ventilation, buddy! Love this series, huge Fiero fan. See you on PFF

[@QBandBookingKC]

Excellent, the entire Fiero series has be totally fun to watch.

[@ryanhoaglin9907]

Ronald, great job on the trim. I know how frustrating painting can be. You've got a great balance between "perfection" and "good enough". Folks restoring cars to be a driver get too hung up on perfection. Those sail panels turned out very nice by the way.

[@jamesclukey7488]

Great job ! Before you continue painting any other parts, consider wrapping what you've completed to protect them until they are installed. Just hate to see anything happen to the finish. They do look super !

[@scottpeal60]

Reminds me of a project I always wanted to do. Turn a Fiero into a kit car. Was all the thing in the 90's. Just add body panels.

[@danielheald411]

I'm not a big Fiero fan but I find my self rooting for this car and looking forward to seeing the finished product. Thanks for a great video series. Keep up the good work.

[@mgabbard]

Wow! The sail panels look fantastic! By the time you paint all the body panels you will be a pro.

[@houseofno]

Receives notification on KZbin - drops priceless, five thousand year old Ming Dynasty vase on hardwood floor, sits down to watch. Just kidding people. Another great video. I'm a believer in working within my limitations. You're a more adventurous person than I am. I would have left the painting to the professionals. Another great job! Thanks for posting!

[@eddiegregory1109]

When you see the finished piece it is soooooo satisfying, I just finished floor pans in my 65 Mustang, and new carpet and other parts and wow. those windows look great, good job

[@asasial1977]

An old Air Conditioner condenser makes a really good water separator. You have to plumb it into a catch tank after the condenser and you are set, I never get any moisture anymore

[@RobMods]

Hi mate. Try using a tack cloth as the last step right before spraying. It picks up all the little specks that would otherwise get caught in the finish. Thanks for the series!

[@lweston71]

I enjoy the trial/error process and your perseverance in getting it right. And I hope the tape on the sail panels last. 👍

[@firstdaddy]

Great job Ronald. This is one of my favorite build series. A joy to watch as always.

[@angryfrigginliberalinpenns1314]

They look good. We all have to start somewhere. I recently refinished some wheels I picked up on the cheap for my Challenger, I made some boo-boos, but I used them as-is for now... However, when winter comes I will take them off and redo it

[@TR19]

For the main body panels, make a DIY paint booth. Frame it with PVC pipe and couplers, wrap it in plastic, and put a cheap box fan on either side 1 blowing in and 1 exhausting. Cover the box fans on the inside with HVAC filters that are oversized for the fans. Trash the plastic wrap at the end, and the PVC can be taken apart and stored for the next paint project.

[@robbo8566]

mad respect for your work ethic bro and for Eastwood being champs helping you out...

[@danielcurcio8345]

Good job painting the panels. Looking forward to the rest of the paint job. Wish I had the patience you do. Keep up the good work. There’s a end in sight now ! 👍

[@itsnotme07]

Painting is an art/science for sure. Thanks for sharing your "adventures" in car restoration!! No, you haven't inspired me to get into restoring cars, at least not yet. Maybe in a few years? Doing my best to keep my 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Limited from ending up in a field under trees buried in mud/dirt. 19 years in, still no field parking spot, unless it's at a car show. Looking forward to seeing the next video!

[@Cortinaman63]

A big improvement on the panels, they looked great, especially for your first time, I am restoring a 1974 Ford Cortina Mk.3 on my channel, and love seeing fellow classic car owners doing restorations, on their cars too, keep at it and your car will be looking lovely when done, we have all been in the same place having to re do something several times when we first start out, but that is how you learn and improve, with time and effort, the more you do the better you will get,

[@cookiegaming98]

I’m going through all of this on my mini. Just had to repaint the roof last night

[@RaleoXCV]

I love every single one of your videos in this Fiero series. You're doing an absolutely fantastic job with it!

[@radioactivenuke1802]

Thank you for this i love your videos and keep up the good work you have made my love the Fiero grow even more. Because of you i want to get one and restore it so thank you for all that you do.

[@bsheedy7639]

Thank you Mate. Just a avid fan, like every one else. This is real. Making mistakes. Waiting for bloody parts!! And really the motivation to keep going on a project is very hard at times. The work on the car, is the relaxing part. Lovin it & learning too. Fan from Sydney Australia.

[@lloydbarten12]

Ronald safty glasses especially running a drill with a wire drill. I've seen wires get embeded in eyes. You have inspired me to get one of my feiros redone. Thank you

[@johannkuhn5685]

12:48 You should have rotated the air cap there. Always line the two horns up with the stroke direction, otherwise you'll get different coverage every time you change the direction that you're moving the gun. I find it's best to leave the cap just loose enough that you can still rotate it (but obviously not too loose, or it won't seal). By the way, I also went from rattle cans to a gun. Regarding your remark about not being good with cans, it's mostly down to two things: prep and flash time. The paint does have a tendency to wrinkle like that if you mess up one of those two things. My only two gripes with cans are cost and the iffy spray pattern.

[@jifi-0178]

@18:40 Glad to see you got a friendly and helpful assistant for the painting :-)

[@Drivingmychrysler]

I cant wait to see the finished car!

[@BinJuice1630]

I'll be sad when this project is over, I always look forward to seeing these videos.

[@gasfiltered]

I'm jealous of all the people who will find this in the future and be able to watch the whole thing straight through.

[@blairwilliams136]

Great videos Ronald , your a huge inspiration to me . I'm about to tackle some of my own bodywork today hope it turns out as well as yours did in the end .

[@GenderSkins]

You are doing good kid, you will get there. And the nice part is, you have a lot of content to look back upon as well as lots of experience you have gained.