Respraying

[MattJ]

Looking to strip the fairings of paint and re-paint them all again myself. Do anybody have any experience with this? Advice on what paints to use and how to apply them is what I'm looking for here.

[dungbug]

Use either rattle cans or get a proper spray gun with a compressor, which were you thinking of? I've done some paint jobs over the years using rattle cans, preparation is king with either method you use. Are the fairings you're spraying in good nick? Any scuffs or grazes anywhere? If so skim some filler over the affected area(s), sand down to get a smooth, even finish. Primer, sand again ensuring a smooth, even finish. If you're happy with the finish then apply paint, do this gradually! Once over, leave to dry then reapply. If you rush it it will run and you'll be starting over again so take your time and be patient. Happy with what you've got, then apply laquer......Unless you're using matt paint

Do you have a garage or shed to do this in?
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[MattJ]

https://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MattJ9/Crash%20Damage/DSC00182.jpg

Just a little damage

The plan is to fix all the fairings with a fibreglass repair kit (non of them in very good condition anyway), sand down to get it all smooth and then start the painting process.

The thing I am most unsure about is should i use rattle cans or a spray gun? I want to do it cheap and I know it's not going to look like a professional paint job but then again I don't want it to look completely dire.

Yeah, I have a garage I can do this all in.

[lihp]

What colour are you spraying them? If you do the prep and buy the materials I don't mind spraying them with my gun and compressor for you

[MattJ]

I was just going to spray them all in white. Have you sprayed fairings before, Phil?