Paint for auto, RV, trailer, etc.

[Kent McLean]

Fay Kelley wrote:
> We need to paint our van, RV, and
> trailer which was made from truck
> pickup bed ...
> 
> the prices quoted were outrageous
> something like $22 a QUART.
> 
> I suggested boat/deck paint, but not sure
>   how much that cost.

Just google "paint your car for $50". You'll get tons of hits. The basic premise 
is to use Rust-Oleum enamel thinned with mineral spirits to help it spread 
without leaving brush marks.

Here's a few:
<http://board.moparts.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=2331682&page=0&fpart=1&vc=1>
<http://www.rickwrench.com/50dollarpaint.html>
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgbxMYGaLlE>

I'd start with the trailer to see how you well you do and how much you like the 
finished paint job. Then go for the RV and van.

-- 
Kent McLean
1990 V8 w/5-speed and other mods
1991 200 TQA #3, with mods
1999 A4 Avant, V6 Tiptronic
gone: '91 200 TQA x2, '94 100 S Avant, '89 200 TQ "Bad Puppy"