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Re: Europa-List: Painting the Instrument Module

Subject: Re: Europa-List: Painting the Instrument Module
From: danny shepherd <danny@mcwalterscafe.co.uk>
Date: Thu, 9 Feb 2017 21:34:10
Hi I endorse what David says. I had my panel nexteled in 2006. still 
looks good. I attached a pic.
Danny. G-C.E.RI.

On 09/02/2017 20:55, davidjoyce@doctors.org.uk wrote:
>
> Jon, Nextel produces a highly durable matt finish and has often been 
> used in this context. It is toxic, so either needs professional 
> spraying or for you to,have the right breahing kit. Whatever finish 
> you choose the base gel coat must be sanded down to a perfect matt 
> finish before painting.
>
> Regards, David Joyce, GXSDJ
>
> On 2017-02-09 19:39, italianjon wrote:
>
>>
>> Hi All,
>>
>> I'm looking to paint my new instrument module in the next weeks. It's new, so
it currently got the "Europa Factory Gray" gelcoat.
>>
>> I'm looking for advice/suggestions.
>>
>> My thoughts are to go for a matt finish, to reduce reflection, and I am 
>> thinking
about a "Boeing Beige" in terms of the colour.
>>
>> Can anyone advise, or offer experiences, as to what is the best 
>> colour/texture
for minimising reflections, but also is there any "gotchas" when painting on
top of the gelcoat... the last thing I want is for it to peel straight off 
[Laughing]
>>
>> Best
>>
>> Jon
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Read this topic online here:
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>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=465934#465934
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>> ics.com
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