Well from what I can see I would be very pleased with the way it finished up. Black is not a forgiving color to paint.
So I'm finding out......
Thought I had it all looking good, then the sun hit it at a different angle.
Back to filling/blocking/priming and re-painting.
Good thing I don't have a budget, schedule or picky client to worry about
I know that is a picture on the internet, but damn, to have that start out from a spray can is just amazing. I will be curious how well it holds up. Maybe you should experiment with some clear coat?
It's Krylon. I don't have any unrealistic expectations about it looking good forever.
From my Table thread, you'll probably remember that I don't much care for shiny things.
while I can't bring myself to add some "Patina" to the hood, I really won't mind if it starts to fade out or show some wear. That way it'll match the truck that much better :thumb:
I'm enjoying the challenge of making an old hood look good again, and might even gain a skill or two in the process.
Wet sanding is interesting. You get a feel for when the pad is cutting, and when you've smoothed out the surface. You can tell how the water sheets off differently, and the sound of the pad changes.
They look to big for any Ford I know about except a Louisville.