Painting reversing sensors

UltraFlynn · 21st March 2008, 03:29 PM

I need to paint some reversing sensors in preparation for fitting them to my Landcruiser. Can anyone offer any advice as to the best way to get them sprayed. I believe that I have everything that is required (i.e. the sensors and the paint). The sensors even come in a handy cardboard container which I'm guessing they can be painted in. Anyway, all advice greatfully received.

(Any bright ideas what the red foam is for...)

The rest of the photos of the kit are here.

Gambit · 21st March 2008, 03:34 PM

Lightly spray across them and don't stop until you have cleared them to get even coverege and spray again when dry, same as any spray painting really.

Martin F · 21st March 2008, 08:25 PM

Looks like you have everything there. As Gambit says, lightly does it.

Only thing i'd add is in this weather you may want to warm the sensors and the paint up a little. Things like this are best sprayed on warm days, but if you have a heater in the garage then get it running an hour before hand.

UltraFlynn · 24th May 2008, 10:30 AM

I'm actually going to get round to doing this over the bank holiday weekend.

Here's what I'm planning, feel free to chip in as to whether I've missed a step or doing something I shouldn't.

1/ Sand with very fine paper. The sensors are plastic and therefore I need to key first.
2/ Cleaning with meths
3/ Primer layer
4/ Base colour coat
5/ Clear coat

Can anyone give me some advice on how many coats of 3/, 4/ and 5/ I need to do?

Martin F · 24th May 2008, 02:44 PM

3/ Just spray enough to cover. May be able to do in one coat.
4/ Again as long as the visible bit is covered all should be fine. May be able to do in one coat, but at worst 3 coats.
5/ You may only be able to do one coat of this, as sometimes you can't spray over the top of it if it has already cured and hardened, without re-keying. Try to keep this to one coat.

As these are only a small item it's not too necessary to get everything perfect as once fitted it will be hard to see any minor imperfections.

I know that may be a funny thought to you

UltraFlynn · 24th May 2008, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Martin F

I know that may be a funny thought to you

Thanks for the advice mate. You know me well....

Cass · 29th October 2008, 11:44 AM

How did you get on with these Matt?

UltraFlynn · 29th October 2008, 12:27 PM

They are painted up and are looking lovely.

Cass · 29th October 2008, 12:31 PM

Good stuff mate,no problems then

UltraFlynn · 29th October 2008, 01:21 PM

Not whilst painting them. No.

21st March 2008, 03:29 PM	#1
UltraFlynn [52.4 Miles] 50 MC 8:41 None - Don't currently own a MKIV Supra. Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 4,945	Painting reversing sensors I need to paint some reversing sensors in preparation for fitting them to my Landcruiser. Can anyone offer any advice as to the best way to get them sprayed. I believe that I have everything that is required (i.e. the sensors and the paint). The sensors even come in a handy cardboard container which I'm guessing they can be painted in. Anyway, all advice greatfully received. (Any bright ideas what the red foam is for...) The rest of the photos of the kit are here.

21st March 2008, 03:34 PM	#2
Gambit Old Timer Jap Spec GZ - Auto Aerotop (TT) Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Worcester Posts: 2,089	Lightly spray across them and don't stop until you have cleared them to get even coverege and spray again when dry, same as any spray painting really. __________________ J-Spec Twin Turbo Aerotop 3G Brakes Blitz nur spec r Full Stainless DC Blitz Active Front Spoiler Controler Greddy Boost + EXT Gauges Running 1bar OZ Superleggera UK Spec Bonnet Scoop UK Glass Headlamps Mines ECU

21st March 2008, 08:25 PM	#3
Martin F Administrator UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 10,226	Looks like you have everything there. As Gambit says, lightly does it. Only thing i'd add is in this weather you may want to warm the sensors and the paint up a little. Things like this are best sprayed on warm days, but if you have a heater in the garage then get it running an hour before hand. __________________ Martin UK6TT + Bits & Bobs 'Remember folks, the inside lane isn't just for Xmas' MSOC FAQ MSOC Members Discounts MSOC Resources

24th May 2008, 02:44 PM	#5
Martin F Administrator UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 10,226	3/ Just spray enough to cover. May be able to do in one coat. 4/ Again as long as the visible bit is covered all should be fine. May be able to do in one coat, but at worst 3 coats. 5/ You may only be able to do one coat of this, as sometimes you can't spray over the top of it if it has already cured and hardened, without re-keying. Try to keep this to one coat. As these are only a small item it's not too necessary to get everything perfect as once fitted it will be hard to see any minor imperfections. I know that may be a funny thought to you __________________ Martin UK6TT + Bits & Bobs 'Remember folks, the inside lane isn't just for Xmas' MSOC FAQ MSOC Members Discounts MSOC Resources

29th October 2008, 11:44 AM	#7
Cass Beer and more Beer Single Turbo - Auto Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Inverness / Scotland Posts: 3,610	How did you get on with these Matt? __________________ "Freezing worms makes them easier to sharpen!"

24th May 2008, 10:30 AM	#4
UltraFlynn [52.4 Miles] 50 MC 8:41 None - Don't currently own a MKIV Supra. Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 4,945	I'm actually going to get round to doing this over the bank holiday weekend. Here's what I'm planning, feel free to chip in as to whether I've missed a step or doing something I shouldn't. 1/ Sand with very fine paper. The sensors are plastic and therefore I need to key first. 2/ Cleaning with meths 3/ Primer layer 4/ Base colour coat 5/ Clear coat Can anyone give me some advice on how many coats of 3/, 4/ and 5/ I need to do?

29th October 2008, 12:31 PM	#9
Cass Beer and more Beer Single Turbo - Auto Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Inverness / Scotland Posts: 3,610	Good stuff mate,no problems then __________________ "Freezing worms makes them easier to sharpen!"

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