Paint Your Wagon - with a roller!

[Silky]

I suspect the thread will get much longer as more people try it for themselves - it would probably justify having its own section on the forum so questions can be easier to raise and find.

One of the advantages for me in the roller method (apart from the cost!), is that if the van does get a prang or a scratch or rust spot, I won't be devastated about damage - I can simply get the sander and roller out and it'll be as good as new.

I had quite a few cynical neighbours passing comment when they saw me overalled up ready to start work at the weekend, I must admit even the most cynical was suitably impressed with the results. I'm just waiting now for warmer and dry days so I can grab an hour or two to give the rest of the van a coat, section by section.

Silky

[Cyrus]

Glad it worked out. Not worth spraying unless you're made of money and have a concours example. Besides it can be flatted and brought to a glossy finish later on if you really want that. Yes, sanding sponges can be a great way to flat.

I still contribute to the thread although its become rather long now

Is like to see a thread just for before/after pictures of peoples vans.
Much praise to Covkid for introducing this idea to the t25 community.

[VAN with a PLAN]

Is like to see a thread just for before/after pictures of peoples vans.
Much praise to Covkid for introducing this idea to the t25 community.

I second this. As inspiring as this thread is - it's a bit of a monster!
I think a thread of before and after pics would be excellent.

[Silky]

Thirded from me, i'll post mine when it's all complete.

Silky

[Cyrus]

I do think Covkid should take the credit and start one, as if I or anyone else started one it would seem like we were cashing in on covs hard work.
Just my opinion.

[CovKid]

Ok, ok, I'll start this off.....

https://club8090.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=94479" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[VAN with a PLAN]

Good man! I look forward to seeing that thread develop.

[Cyrus]

Nice one Covkid. I hope to see mine there one day.

[jrt]

[quote="Silky"]Well after spending all yesterday sanding, and then ages this morning wiping down the dew and masking up, I finally got a coat on one side. I was amazed at how quick it started to dry even at 10 degrees, you really have to "work" the paint quickly or it starts to set.


Looking good, can't wait to see the finished article. It's something i would like to have a go at next year.

[CovKid]

Yep, as it says on DVD, you have a working time of around 3 minutes on one area.

[mgvarley]

Brilliant thread covkid, I'm inspired! Trying to buy the DVD but the link from your site does not work - can you post a link on here please - perhaps in the sticky at the top?

[Cyrus]

Brilliant thread covkid, I'm inspired! Trying to buy the DVD but the link from your site does not work - can you post a link on here please - perhaps in the sticky at the top?

I just clicked the link and it worked for me.
I seemed to have put my Dvd in a safe place away from the kids and can't find it now I'll probably find it in a kids Dvd box sometime.

[mgvarley]

The first link works to the sickfly website but when you click Buy Now above SagePay and PayPal it says page not found. Any ideas? Thanks

[Cyrus]

Ok, sorry didn't click on that part.
Sounds like the shopping cart site (dart.com?) Is down.
I'm sure Covkid will reply with a cure if MOT you could pm him.

[CovKid]

Out of stock until Friday. Order page will be back then If you need one urgently I can post direct.