Pro-Line HOW TO: Paint Your RC Body

[@escondidonative2903]

Honestly I came to learn how to paint. I left dancing to the fresh ass jams within this video.

[@SomeJustice19k]

Lmao me freaking too. I was bobbing my head as I read this 😂😂😂

[@chrism2734]

It would be nice if the stickers on the sheet came precut instead of us having to butcher the shitz

[@jamesmccabe8736]

The Baja bug is the best body you guys have done. I can't tell you how many compliments I get from people on the track, at the park, and around the yard. Always gets people looking.

[@fueltoblaze1554]

I’m actually doing this body as I watch this. I really don’t get how you can make those white pinstripes so perfect. I’m amazed at the craftsmanship

[@fueltoblaze1554]

@Darth Desec watching a video and actually doing it are 2 very different things. Go watch a video of a base jumper and go do it first time!

[@israelcalderon8638]

Finally a video that shows me every step thank you pro-line

[@realcarii]

Why the heck would you do that?

[@jordanoliveto5863]

@@realcarii ?😂

[@2shoestoo]

This was a lot of help now I won’t hesitate to purchase a clear body. Thanks!

[@meademorgan6614]

Awesome, I was looking for some tutorial video's to paint my new RC body. Witch just happens to be the same one as in this video.

[@homersimpson9938]

This was actually very help full as i am planning on getting the Proline Toyota Fj40 body for my Traxxas Trx4

[@danielemulazzi1615]

SPETTACOLARE... Ciao dall'Italia

[@PeterGreenProductions]

Such a brilliant job - THANK YOU & congratulations❗

[@JPGrc]

Brilliant 👏 Thank you very much for sharing this tutorial 👍 I'm starting to think about getting airbrush for me too after watching this video 🤔 Great job 👌

[@martinneps9387]

That's the 1st time I've ever seen a video that shows how To paint these bodies I always wondered how to do them very nice job I wish somebody could show us how to do the hard bodies Are they easy to paint to or know is there more prep work please comment back thank you very much for this video

[@STEVOD313]

To make this much easier u could use a variety of sizes of masking tapes, much less cutting, but it looks great, what reducer did u use 1:1?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

No reducer used in the paint to spray. Used a .5mm tip. For smaller tips, only 5-10% reducer is needed (few drops per cup) to flow nicely.

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi STEVO D 313, We actually make our own reducer which you can find in the link below: www.prolineracing.com/paint/pro-line-paint-reducer.asp We hope this answers your question. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@STEVOD313]

@@ProLineRacingYT Ok thanks

[@lukasrukas3955]

You should definitely cut out the body before painting and drill the holes for the body mounts.

[@nsbob70]

I ALWAYS make my body post holes, and do all my trimming first, before paint. Why do all that extra handling on a freshly painted body? Besides, if you mess it up, so much for that gorgeous paint job. Also wondered why the one 'finished product' had stickers on the windows? All in all though, a nice handy video. A great color combination as well. Looks really nice.

[@Mr_BUSINESS_24_7]

I do not understand how you trim the lines so straight and or symmetrical left to right. I also don't understand how to trim round or egg shaped curves symmetrically

[@mikeforever7702]

Awesome video. Confirms that I will never even attempt to paint my rc bodies! Whenever I put stickers on my kids' toys they were always crooked. No way I could do this.

[@Alemorigroove]

Masterpiece.

[@mellej.k2975]

I also bought this water-based paint. Do you need to wear a mask for spraying? Thank you

[@frankk6308]

Nice job 👍 thank you for this video

[@t2nate137]

Yay I was talking about how that body looks sick!

[@13extremerc]

one thing all Painting videos miss, especially with new paints is the recommended ballpark psi and needle tip.

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Allen Thomas, The paint is ready to spray out of the bottle using a .5mm tip at 30-40psi. If using a .35mm or smaller tip the paint needs a little reducer added (5-10% per how much paint is in the cup) at 45-55psi. We hope this answers your question. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@13extremerc]

@@ProLineRacingYT thank you. this information is incredibly helpful and i feel should be included with every tutorial.

[@ELValenin]

@@ProLineRacingYT hey proline, do you have spray cans, too?

[@andrewsumner5388]

Wow very cool!

[@jumpstartrc1571]

I need to start airbrushing

[@rworden96]

Is it normal for this to be gritty when it’s dry on body ?

[@OMGRC]

Awesome job!

[@Jason-uy7xb]

What are the white triangular shaped decals for?

[@slottygw2wvw842]

Do you back it with Proline white????? does it hold up???

[@fra5724]

beautiful

[@WaitForYouu]

This is the one thing I miss the most

[@zerovandez]

What is the paint to reducer ratio for shooting out of a .35mm tip?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHikop2OgZ6sprs 👍

[@rugger8787]

truck bed liner spray is great backing paint

[@mrfixitusa6165]

Any tips on how to redo a body that's already been painted? Has anyone had any success on painting from the outside? I have the stock body that came on my Redcat Danchee Ridgerock, and I want to redo the body in more of a surface rust covered, paint faded, "rat rod" type of weathered style, after I modify the back end a little the resemble an old-school homemade offroad wrecker/towtruck. I've already assumed I'll have to lightly sand the entire surface for the paint to stick. (All factory stickers have already been removed.) I'll probably have to buy a plastic based spray paint primer for the base coat. But I've never tried painting this type of material before, and I'm certainly never tried it with something that's going to see the type of abuse an RV rock crawler will face. So I'm hoping others have *successfully* attempted painting the bodies from the outside, and can give me some things to look out for and be aware of.

[@plainyang6782]

Will this body fit the sc10 sct?

[@nelsonsoper1]

I have used these paints and have found they are very easily scratched. Do they have to have a clear coat put on.

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Nelson Soper, We recommend using our Matte Clear paint as a sealant on the inside of your body to prevent scratches or other damage to you paint job. www.prolineracing.com/paint/pro-line-rc-body-paint-matte-clear.asp We hope this helps answer your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@A_a_ron_4_RC]

I've been having trouble with bubbles in my body. someone told me to use a rough sponge and before washing it rough up the body. I did that on my next vehicle and it did the same thing even though not as much. I use shoe goo and fiberglass drywall tape to protect the paint but nobody in know has an issue with that. This is what I'm thinking, for paints I use Tamiya acrylic paints should I use another brand or another base? Tamiya is a good Brad but is there one that's better? My hobby shop recommended the paints I use and they are meant for RC vehicles

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Master of Cluts, We do not recommend scuffing your rc body before painting. Cleaning the body properly is the key to having the paint stick to the body and a overall successful paint job. Tamiya PS rattle can paints can get the job done, but our ready to spray paints gives your more precision and the option to mix colors if needed. Watch this video by RC Driver on our paint line to see how easy airbrush painting can be :kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWSkiq2spcpneac We hope this answers your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@Jarhead1313]

Got all my fluorescents in today now I officially have every color Pro-Line has out..atleast at the moment lol, Pro-Line sprays the better than all of my Faskolor paints and I don't even have to reduce it, Thanks a bunch! I do have a question tho, is that Pearl blue or regular blue?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

The blue used in the video is the #6327-00 Pearl Blue. Happy painting!!

[@Jarhead1313]

@@ProLineRacingYT Ok cool, it looks great! Also I hate to bother you but I have a question about a certain bottle of pewter that came in my second Pro-Line set. I shaked it for about 5 minutes straight and was shaken it so much that my wife asked if I was having a seizure and it's still showing like a bluish tint torward the bottom is that normal?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Jonny Depth, Yes, the paint should spray an even color once poured into the airbrush after being shaken well. Any discoloration found at the lower portion of the bottle should not reflect the finished painted color. We hope this answers your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@Jarhead1313]

@@ProLineRacingYT Yep that's all I needed to know, Thanks again

[@popwall4297]

There are other manufacturers out there that sell just as good a paint and don't cost as much save yourself some money and check around

[@LuisLPRCs]

Great info! 👍👍👍👍 Let the painting begin!!!!!👍👍👍

[@clintcannon1902]

And to think I've been driving a clear replacement body around, when it could have been a color that I like...?!

[@Evol.sxe_]

any chance on the comanche 2 piece body coming back?

[@aaroncook9912]

Sick!!!

[@hungryorphan7711]

Is it possible to prevent paint from peeling off after crashes?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi Hungry Orphan, Our Ready-To-Spray RC Body Paint adheres very well to polycarbonate bodies. Backing your paint scheme with a final solid color will ad some protection, but you can also use well placed tape inside concerning areas like inner fenders to prevent chipping and add some extra durability. We hope this answers your question. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@ianounanian8990]

Awesome video, Thank you.

[@fish_pro5521]

Can you use this pain on metal ?

[@alexmoran1692]

Can you use those paints in a refillable spray can?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi alex Moran, This has not been tested. Our paint was designed for airbrush use only to give the best results. We encourage experimentation, but please take precaution and do it safely. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@blastright329]

Pro-Line Racing can you use a spray paint can as an alternative to the airbrush?

[@blastright329]

Without the pro line paints just general spray can paint

[@BlueCivid]

LowRes Coder Tutorials I’m about to try on a Walmart r/c car lol if it’s bad oh well

[@WildWes1981]

What Air brush kit are u useing in this video ?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Wes Bates Iwata Eclipse HP-CS with a .5mm tip Iwata Smart Jet 110-120V Airbrush Compressor The Iwata Revolution HP-CR airbrush is another good airbrush that comes standard with a .5mm tip. No conversion necessary We hope this answers your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@stuart3712]

Beetle body for a kraton please... i want it to cover the rear shock towers and to remove the wing.

[@smcarmel]

What airbrush set would you recommend?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Sam Carmel, Iwata makes great air brushes, but they can be expensive depending on what model you choose, so we recommend to pick an airbrush that fits your needs and your budget. RC Driver has a great video using our paint with a $20 airbrush from harbor freight. Here is a direct link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWSkiq2spcpneac We hope this answers your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@Jarhead1313]

Iwata Neo CN,Iwata Revolution, and Iwata Neo Trn 2 Pistol Grip is what I use and couldn't be happier. But I prefer using liquid mask instead of tape and for that I use a hvlp sprayer I got for $14 at Harbor Freight. Any of those airbrushes will get you started. Preferably the Iwata Revolution because it comes with a .5mm needle/nozzle so you don't have to worry about reducing your paints as much if at all.

[@tbocfoRC]

Will Proline sell an airbrush kit in the future?

[@htchero7]

Why would they need to. There's kits literally everywhere

[@Jarhead1313]

What brand of masking tape are you using?

[@dante_1014]

Interesting. Some say you should start with the darkest color, here they say that you should start with the most dominant one instead

[@Paul-815]

You didn’t show how you cut the body or mount it. I always cut and mount first so I can see what I’m doing. I’d like to see your technique. Your body looks perfect.

[@philthyco1]

Cut and sand first is how most people do it I'm sure

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi Paul 815 & PhilthyCo RC, How much you must cut or trim and how you mount your body is entirely dependent on the specific type of truck you may have. This is a generalization on how to paint all poly carbonate bodies. The process shown here is how majority of the photo bodies found on our website and in our videos were painted (admittedly some with masks cut by a plotter). There are many different techniques to all forms of painting, this is just our answer to how we paint ours! We may be releasing more HOW-TO's on setting up your body, so make sure you're subscribed! We encourage customers to experiment and try new techniques when customizing their RC. Continue to have fun, keep driving, and make it look good while you're doing it!👍 Thanks for your interest and support!

[@palmerdaclison3221]

Anyone know if this body would fit a Senton 3s?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Palmer Daclison, Yes it will!👍

[@jakubnosek4265]

Shame, i want pre-painted this body:) I won't be entertained here but i like it this body

[@operation11charlieinc]

Can you fit this body on a crawler,,

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi 11CHARLIE RC, Unfortunately this body is only intended for Short Course trucks, but with some fine trimming anything is possible 🙂 Thanks for your interest and support!

[@RaptorGang]

What brand of air brush is that?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @RaptorGang, That is the Iwata Revolution👍 We hope this answers your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@RaptorGang]

Pro-Line Racing sure does! Thanks!

[@adyjw33]

Thank you for making a product I will never use!

[@christophercsm32]

What about trimming?

[@fogcityrc4874]

what air brush is being used here?

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Fog City RC, The airbrush used here is an Iwata Eclipse HP-CS with a .5mm tip. We hope this answers your question.Thanks for your interest and support!

[@josepherickson7618]

Badass keep up the good work thank you for sharing

[@RC1oNeTV]

Very nice video~!!^^

[@GottisGarage]

came here to learn..... decided my patience wont allow for this.... damn lol

[@mydixiewrecked1727]

35 plus years in the hobby and I still suck at painting 😔

[@fogcityrc4874]

me too...lol

[@knigh_hawk_733]

Do you use spay cans or an airbrush. I find the airbrush much easier to use. Water based paints are much easier to clean up if you make a mistake as well.

[@mydixiewrecked1727]

@@knigh_hawk_733 I use Tamiya spray cans.

[@Jarhead1313]

@@mydixiewrecked1727 I used to use Tamiya and other rattle cans as well until I finally broke down and invested money in a couple good airbrushes (Iwata Neo TRN2 and Iwata HPCS) and a 1/3 dual piston air compressor with tank and then I actually researched how to reduce paints and what air pressure works best with what needle and nozzle combo and now you couldn't pay me to go back to rattle cans, it's something that you just need to go for it and do it, but once you do and you get the hang of it which really isn't hard, you'll never go back to spray cans..

[@Join0rDIE1776]

For the cost of the bodies there’s no reason the decal sheets don’t come pre cut. That’s ridiculously stupid that on top of all the tedious body cutting and sanding and then masking and painting process ya still have to sit there with an exacto knife and cut out decals!!? Smh

[@milekh6681]

That’s why it called a “hobby” collecting rocks might be more in your budget 😂

[@MrWheresmykeys]

Kinda makes me feel lazy for going with all black.....

[@brandonbentley5453]

Classic.

[@BigCheese85]

Sick

[@desertrat1258]

I usually wear rubber gloves to idk if that’s good or not but I do it so I don’t put finger prints on it

[@MrYessireebob]

Need a new window mask sheet for my 66 C10

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi Tony θ, Please contact us at this link support.prolineracing.com/ and the correct department will assist you in getting some new window masks for your truck. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@IBleedHVAC]

Super dope

[@briansrcadventures1316]

I wish I can say I had an easy experience with Proline RC Paint. Despite using an airbrush with a 0.5mm needle & nozzle, the proline RC Paint ended up a spattery mess :-( And it rubbed off the body shell very easily, despite washing the body shell with dish soap, keying it, and wiping it down with alcohol Suffice to say I'm now stripping the bodyshell, and will respray using Tamiya PS Sprays.

[@Paul79UF]

I had a similar experience with the paint rubbing off easily. I painted two Tekno brand bodies at the same time. One for a Tekno EB48 2.0 and another for a Tekno EB410.2. I lightly scuffed up the inside of the bodies with very fine grit sandpaper (except for the windows obviously), washed thoroughly with Dawn dish soap and dried completely. I airbrushed a few very light first coats of fluorescent yellow Pro-Line paint and allowed them to dry for hours before applying more coats followed by more drying time. I backed with Pro-Line white airbrush paint. Even after drying (curing) for over a week, the paint still scratches off extremely easily. I've only used Tamiya rattle cans in the past. Airbrushing the Pro-Line paints was a pleasant experience and the end results looked great, but the paint seems to have almost no adhesion to the polycarbonate bodies. What did I do wrong?

[@knigh_hawk_733]

Are you guys going to be releasing candy colors

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Subscribe to our newsletter to find out 😎 www.prolineracing.com/pages/holeshot.asp. We release exciting new products every month, so stay tuned and you might find the product you're looking for in future releases. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@3vil8unny]

Or paint like 16 coats on the outside tho I do love your need paint

[@sarahvlog9844]

nice...

[@extorquepro123]

Thank you for showing how to apply the decals correctly!! lmfao

[@owenpower8167]

Do a hard body paint job

[@henkharry8408]

why did you discontinu 1/5 scale every body kit sold out world wide ?

[@Yollaman2024]

Dope

[@LUISJIMENEZ86]

because I have heard very bad comments especially on the subject that the paint does not dry ?????

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Hobbys Cali, Our paint dries to touch within a minute using the air only from the airbrush and fully cures in 24-48 hours. If you do experience any problems with our paint or any other Pro-Line products, please contact us at support.prolineracing.com/ and the correct department will assist you with your product issue. We hope this answers your question, Thanks for your interest and support!

[@frankjason7638]

👍👍🥰🥰

[@Glorbmusic]

I’d forget how much time I spent on the body and crack it

[@simonyoung6120]

You missed the window painting step.

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi Simon Young, We do not paint our windows, we include window masks with our bodies for that reason. Tamiya has a rattle can of paint called Smoke, part# PS-31 that we have been using to tint our windows until we release transparent paint colors. Thanks for your interest and support!

[@stuart3712]

Who paints their windows... RC's look hella cooler when you can see into the windows and see the motor and such.

[@jamessnook602]

Nice video.. hope you got permission from VP fuels to snatch their logo design though

[@infxrnocryptical9739]

*totally not sponsored by Dawn

[@popwall4297]

Got to Pro-Line bodies for Christmas for my trx4 never will buy Pro-Line product again as much as they cost expected they would fit and be a lot better than they were they should have been 25 or $30 bodies instead of 55, the guy in customer service was very short-tempered with me they would not replace the battery that had defects because I couldn't send them a picture and they wanted me to face shipping back to them if I couldn't send a picture and that's not right when you get a defective product , like I said will never buy Pro-Line products again

[@ProLineRacingYT]

Hi @Pop Wall, We are sorry to hear of your unfortunate experience with our product and our customer service. We now have a new support ticket system at support.prolineracing.com/. We however do not produce batteries, so I am not sure which product you are referring to. Also photos of defects are to verify proof of purchase as well as to prevent fraud. Please follow our customer service guidelines and we will be more than happy to assist you! Thanks for your interest and support!

[@jonnybeyer6290]

This was a helpful video but the music was terrible

[@JClouie]

Koo

[@silkcustoms520]

Shave your Arms T Rex !!!

[@EXTREMERC416]

In my opinion the face of the car fks evrything:c

[@johnhix9871]

Wearing a dust mask to paint with? Hard to take this seriously