It’s all in the wet sanding and use 2k gloss clear comes out great also take your time between coats patience is the key if you rush it will shrink and crack and avoid high humidity
Salty Sportsman word up I started doing motorcycle tanks now on to outboards I have a shed I used to paint with a. Blower in the wall and filter and multiple dehumidifiers
You don't any fancy tools scrapers to remove old outboard decals. Wife's blow dryer a little heat get a corner started and steady pull come right off glue and all no mess. Mine were 25 years old came off in seconds. Try it. Not too much heat just a little heat is trick.
What kind of primer did you use? Also, is it better to apply my new decals on the new paint coat or put it directly on the sanded surface and mask it? Thanks!
Good job, I'm almost done with one of two cowlings. I'm doing things a bit different from you but there's really no right or wrong way as long as the proper prep work is followed.
Hi! Your videos are very informative. We are new to boating and purchased a 2007 SeaFox 236wa. This boat has. Couple of items that we cannot figure out how to use. They are the raw water and the fresh water inlets or outlets ( not even sure what they are called. Can you make a video on how to use them please!!
did you use all 600G for all the layers? would that not scratch the crap out of the actual 2 layers of paint ?. i thought u only use 600g to do the primer then work your way up wet sanding ? like 1st layer of paint 1000g. then 2nd final layer - 1500 / 2000G . then buff and polish the final clear coat layer
I'm about to refinish a small merc and I have the same concerns about sanding grit. I ended up getting 1, 1.5, and 2k grit. Maybe I should get some lower grit for the initial sanding of blemishes, etc.
Hey brother I did this to my engine and it came out great but the clear coat for some reason got stained by the salt and its enough to were it is rough, wondering if your clear coat hasn’t held up well as mine, did 2 even coats and waited over a week. The mid section is full of water stains from just one outting
Hi ,great job ,l noticed you did not sand down the last top coat before applying the clear coat, did you wait for the top coat to dry or just put it straight on.??
@@FishingWithSalty ok, thanks, someone said in another video put the clear coat on while the top coat is still tacky,helps the bond together . But he was much more amateurish. Does it matter do you think.? Also were you not worried about bugs getting attracted to it outside,noticed you went inside for the clear coats.
Hi mate, l sprayed my lower unit ,the propellor area. It went great, when l had finished the clear coat and it dried the was was rough overspray,l mean real rough, but can not notice it from a distance. Just touching it. Why did this happen l was about 10 inches away,pretty close was some wind blowing, but l sprayed when it died down. Bought a clay bar could hardly get the overspray off it was so rough. Maybe l should try 2000 grit and then polish and wax. Scared to start taking clear coat away.
Man I never saw anyone handle that spray like that! AWESOME!! And the final result was amazing! Very informational brother! Thanks!
Wow thank you so much my friend, Greatly appreciate the accolades
I did this to mine, just need to order new decals now. I have a 115 HP Yamaha 2 stroke. Worked great, looks new.
WOW that's a full 180 from before. That looks like a brand new cowling!!! Great work SALTY.
Doug Knowles Jr thank you brother !! So easy and affordable!
Thanks for posting this. I just completed my cowl after watching your video. Thanks for the guidance!
Forgive me for the late reply, I guess late is better than never trying to catch up: Your Welcome thanks so much!
How is it holding up?
Absolutely genius thanks man!
Excellent video man! Can’t wait to paint my 1975 Johnson 25, hopefully it turns out as good as yours !
It’s all in the wet sanding and use 2k gloss clear comes out great also take your time between coats patience is the key if you rush it will shrink and crack and avoid high humidity
Jim Catanzaro all very true the humidity part is hard to avoid in Florida but yes I tried my best.
Salty Sportsman word up I started doing motorcycle tanks now on to outboards I have a shed I used to paint with a. Blower in the wall and filter and multiple dehumidifiers
Jim Catanzaro that’s awesome, I only wish I had that when I was doing mine but it still turned out pretty good
Salty Sportsman it came out great great videos too looking forward to more
Jim Catanzaro thank you so much, greatly appreciate that! There is more coming for sure! Thankful for your support!
Yiasou John! Looks amazing!
Thank you so much
That looks brand new.
I was wanting to see it with the new decals.
Harlan Mote I’ll check to see if I have any
You don't any fancy tools scrapers to remove old outboard decals. Wife's blow dryer a little heat get a corner started and steady pull come right off glue and all no mess. Mine were 25 years old came off in seconds. Try it. Not too much heat just a little heat is trick.
Nice, work great info, thanks for sharing
What kind of primer did you use? Also, is it better to apply my new decals on the new paint coat or put it directly on the sanded surface and mask it? Thanks!
Good job As Salty! Looks great!!
Thank you so much Deb!
Good job, I'm almost done with one of two cowlings. I'm doing things a bit different from you but there's really no right or wrong way as long as the proper prep work is followed.
Great video mate. To the point. I was considering using cans as its a small area. Confident to do it now. Thanks.
optimistic but realistic thank you so much so sorry it took so long to reply cheers
Good job
Phreddyfoophred thank you so much!
Great content brother. What did you wipe the cowling with after the sanding? Dry rag?
Thank you yes sir
Hi! Your videos are very informative. We are new to boating and purchased a 2007 SeaFox 236wa. This boat has. Couple of items that we cannot figure out how to use. They are the raw water and the fresh water inlets or outlets ( not even sure what they are called. Can you make a video on how to use them please!!
How long did you wait before sanding the spray paint?
Until completely dry
Should l do exact process painting the outboard aulminium shaft.
did you use all 600G for all the layers? would that not scratch the crap out of the actual 2 layers of paint ?. i thought u only use 600g to do the primer then work your way up wet sanding ? like 1st layer of paint 1000g. then 2nd final layer - 1500 / 2000G . then buff and polish the final clear coat layer
I'm about to refinish a small merc and I have the same concerns about sanding grit. I ended up getting 1, 1.5, and 2k grit. Maybe I should get some lower grit for the initial sanding of blemishes, etc.
It’s better the finer it is as you go for sure
Hey brother I did this to my engine and it came out great but the clear coat for some reason got stained by the salt and its enough to were it is rough, wondering if your clear coat hasn’t held up well as mine, did 2 even coats and waited over a week. The mid section is full of water stains from just one outting
Hmm I’m not really sure? I actually sold this engine a while ago but it did last a little while before I sold it, at least a few months
@@FishingWithSalty okay thanks for the response brother!!
Ingman Marine had your original spray paint. $10.15 a can. Probably Yamaha 8D.
Waydaddy Mahler Hey thanks that’s great to know makes it even more affordable!!!
Hi ,great job ,l noticed you did not sand down the last top coat before applying the clear coat, did you wait for the top coat to dry or just put it straight on.??
Kevin Walker I just waited for it to dry and then applied the clearcoat
@@FishingWithSalty ok, thanks, someone said in another video put the clear coat on while the top coat is still tacky,helps the bond together . But he was much more amateurish. Does it matter do you think.? Also were you not worried about bugs getting attracted to it outside,noticed you went inside for the clear coats.
Easy Peasy with an $10 coupon HVLP spray gun from Harbor Freight...!
Hey man, about how long did you wait between the different coats?
Depends on the weather just until it’s fully dry
Hey I’m painting my Yamaha cowling aswell , wondering what the can was called ? Cheers
josh parry I honestly can’t remember there is a link to it in the description tho
How much time between paint, wet sand, repaint? Hours? Days?
Brian B whatever the can recommends in my case I believe it was a couple hours
You must like sanding! You can shorten that work up a lot! Look into what is called the “flash coat”.
Good job aside from that!
Thanks man great advice but this was a year ago but thank you though
did you buff it out???
Forgive me for the late reply, I guess late is better than never trying to catch up: Yes After
Hi mate, l sprayed my lower unit ,the propellor area. It went great, when l had finished the clear coat and it dried the was was rough overspray,l mean real rough, but can not notice it from a distance. Just touching it. Why did this happen l was about 10 inches away,pretty close was some wind blowing, but l sprayed when it died down. Bought a clay bar could hardly get the overspray off it was so rough. Maybe l should try 2000 grit and then polish and wax. Scared to start taking clear coat away.
Kevin Walker ya be careful doing that, try to use “the works” toilet bowl cleaner and wax it right after
Kevin Walker or “goof off” and wax it right after
Anyone know where I can get a paint code for a 64 light blue evinrude paint on the cheap ?
Jim Catanzaro ya I can probably find something, I’ll look into it!
Salty Sportsman it’s called polychromatic blue
Jim Catanzaro ok cool
How long did you left it to cure before applying decals (if applicable) never mind what the can said, asking you? Thank you
Xavier Nguyen I waited 24 hours to put the decals on and it worked fine! Thank you so much for reaching out sorry it took so long for my reply
Meke a new video off you new Boat
It’s definitely coming very soon Shoot it next week should post by the following week!
Moeller paint can states, "do not apply paint in direct sunlight".
Yes, very good idea to read instructions would have also been a fantastic thing to say in this episode hahaa