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Freezebyte
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09.13.2010, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Finnster View Post

. One other tip for spray cans, which is esp important for translucent tint, is to let the can sit in a bath of hot tap water for a little while before you spray.

The aerosol will heat up, raising the pressure in the can so when you spray you get better atomization. Ie a finer finish to the paint. Not a huge deal on the body (tho helps) but does help with the tint a lot. A cold can will leave bigger droplets of paint, and since you see thru the tint, the graininess is noticible. A hot can and good technique will leave a smooth, consistant finish.
Ironically I just learned the spray can in hot water technique on Friday when I got my newest X-treme RC magazine and just started to paint the body. I was amazed at the difference it made.
   
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