Getting a nice gloss finish on my bucket

[mgraeme[TK]]

I am having some trouble getting a nice gleam to my AP bucket.

 

This is what I have done . . .

 

1. 2 coats of Plastic primer. I used an auto spray that was safe for ABS plastics. Note that I did not sand the bucket at all prior to applying the primer.

2. Frown, chin and ear pieces painted - no problem there

3. 2 coats of gloss purchased from a hobby store.

 

I have a few problems . . .

 

1. I see fine fibres in the paint work - as if it collected dust and material particles along the way even though I tried to keep the bucket clean. They are not visible from far away but to the afficionado, they can be recognised.

2. I am not getting a great glossy finish.

3. The finish is not as smooth and highly buffed as I hoped it would be.

 

Can anyone help with some advice ?

[DarkeSword2020]

I'd try NOVUS plastic polish, and a soft microfiber cloth.

 

You can get it at a Harley Davidson store, or online.

 

Get the level 2, and buff that helmet with some elbow grease bro.

 

It ought to work it nicely for ya.

[davej[TK]]

Graeme , we need to get together for an armour day . Generic hobby paint probably isn't going to cut it . Your local Bunnings now stock Rustoleum , but you'll have to ask for it . The warnings on it don't comply with Australian standards , so they don't keep it on the shelves I've been using it recently , and it works a treat . I've got some primer from work that sticks to plastic really well . Grab some rustoleum and I'll come over and we can spray away

[R2Dan[TK]]

Just out of interest: Why did you paint the AP bucket at all? They're made from high glossy ABS, are they not?

[DarkeSword2020]

Just out of interest: Why did you paint the AP bucket at all? They're made from high glossy ABS, are they not?

 

 

I'm willing to bet he bought it TD, and is bringing "sexy" back excuse the pun..

[mgraeme[TK]]

Just out of interest: Why did you paint the AP bucket at all? They're made from high glossy ABS, are they not?

 

Well, I had been debating whether it needed it or not and then I was advised I should do it to make the helmet match my armour better.

 

However, after taking some advice here and on the Australian garrison boards, I have now stripped it down completely and using Novus polish and elbow grease, I have brought up a reasonably good sheen. So, the crisis is averted and I'm now ou naturale.

 

I'm willing to bet he bought it TD, and is bringing "sexy" back excuse the pun..

 

Well, I bought it in kit form and like the white armour look so thats why I wanted to go all glossy .. but the way I troop, I tend to become what I call a "natural TD" over time.

 

Anyway, thanks for the advice guys, you stopped me from making a grave mistake.