[03redrubi]

I am getting ready to paint my Rock Hard bolt in cage. Does anyone have any tips before I get started? Cleaning the metal, sanding, primer, etc. Thanks in advance.

 

[gregert12]

Do this, it works.


http://www.rubiconownersforum.com/phpbb3/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=22779
http://www.rubiconownersforum.com/phpbb3/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=49947

 

[03redrubi]

Thanks, I will take a look at it. I hate painting but want to try it myself. We will see how it goes.

 

[Dioji]

I'm not a professional painter by any stretch of the imagination, but this is what has worked well for me.

1: Scotchbrite pad with mineral spirits to buff it up a bit and knock off any rust. (my parts have been new unpainted.)

2: Clean off any residue and grease with Simple Green and hot water. Wear latex or nitrile gloves to keep fingerprints and body oils off surface.

Make sure you have a place to hang everything before you start. A rockhard cage has lots of parts. I put a ton of yellow earplugs in the threaded holes.

3: Rustoleum clean metal primer.

4. Enamel paint. I use Ace Hardware brand because the can is a bit larger. I like their satin black finish although I used a hammerite finish for my cage.

I also removed and painted the main hoop to windshield side bars and with a lot of masking tape and painters plastic, the factory cage.

Good luck.

 

[Elwarpo]

If you have any questions on the write-ups or need to talk before you start let me know.

 

[03redrubi]

If you have any questions on the write-ups or need to talk before you start let me know.

Ok thanks, I am most likely going to start this weekend. I will let you know.

 

[Squint]

Don't forget to wear a mask with filters. I did mine in my garage with the door open and ended up with lung problems for 4 months after.

 

[huntinbob06]

I had mine powder coated. It looks great and has worn well.