When he said try painting on something else ( for practice ) brought back a lot of great memories of my Dad practicing two tone painting all of the kids in our family's bikes, tricycles, wagons and even his power mower with Colonial White and Regatta Blue before painting his '55 Ford. Good job, sir..
Practice makes perfect! In my case, to get the deposit back on a lease, I've repainted my mom's bumper on a Audi Q3. Had a massive stone chip and dent on the hood too. By the time I was done blending everything in it was 95%. Even managed to blend in the clear just feathering it in with the original. But, before I even attempted that repair. I practiced using clear restoring my sister's headlights and the taillights on an old Toyota pickup. Used to have to buff the plastic to get rid of the oxidation. Three years strong, nothing's pealed.
This is really the only video you need to see. Showing how to not dump the paint on the car with light coats, taping tricks, prep, sandpaper grits, cleaning steps, blend (without blender), spray over existing clear coat, MAN! Thanks A lot Paint Society! PS. Still using my Astro HE, thanks to your review back in 2020. Some of my garage paint jobs look better than shops thanks to you.
Man, it is good to see someone do something that they LOVE to do. They usually do that thing very very well. Its like poetry in motion and I can't look away.
We will see. I have gotten pretty good success doing it this way. I respect your opinion. I did however mention 2-3 times in the video that this is not the proper way.
Memories! I have 30 years in paint trade here in UK. Retired from it 12 years ago now and remember all the vids you make in real time. Loved them cheers bud.
i have watched your gun set up 101 video 3 times today. yesterday was my first time ever attempting to use a gun and nothing went right. i was up at 7am today in front of tv taking notes on fluid fan and air then watched your how to clean a gun video and did that, you sir are an absolute genius, great teacher, keep up these awesome videos got much better feeling bout next time now
@@PaintSociety humble and a very nice chap. we very much appreciate your well put together videos dude. for us real hacks out there. you reckon you could do a full side respray outdoors with purely a LVLP gun ( small compressor) and working with the elements. i love my car but made mistake of giving it to bodyshop and they did a terrible job blending new paint into old, i wanna make it as good as i can. im in scotland so will have to pick my day very carefully ie no wind no rain no to much sun no to cold not to much midgies lol.. i might have a 3 day frame between now and end of august lol
Used to paint back in early 2000’s even thro I’m out of the profession I still like to watch these videos and keep up with what’s going on in the world of refinish.
After adding a disclaimer more than once still there is the comment that this repair won't hold up over time. I don't understand people. I've been doing paint and body work over 30 years and have done this many times when the customer knew about it or even wanted it done this way. Nice video and explanation of the process. 👍👍
I am a mechanic of almost 40 years. Never done body repair.. I am starting now... And your instructions are very ez to follow.. I thank you for your help..
Nice work! THIS, boys and girls, is why learning to work in a trade and excel in it is important! My most recent experience with a paint shop/repair ended with me going back into the office and asking the manager to accompany me to my vehicle so that he could explain why the rear lower bumper cover was 3/4" out from the upper. Without hesitation he said "Ah, he probably just didn't pop the tabs in all the way", and proceeded to pound it with his fist until they all locked. I can't imagine how the "technician" would have called that complete and moved it out on the lot.
I appreciate the care Brian put into this work, having attempted repairs of this type 50 years ago. Oh the runs, sags, orange-peel and compounding to disguise it.
Edge blending is an important skill for a painter to have, I learned to do it using the old feather edge tape, when they came out with the foam tape it made the job a bit easier to achieve good results, auto body repair materials have improved a lot over the years.
I've done mechanic work and painted for 40 years on mostly semi-trucks. I've bragged there's noting I can't fix but patch repairs have always been a problem for me. Even small dimples would lead me to paneling entire panels to avoid blending issues. As you can imagine on a semi-truck that can be a very large area. Thanks to your video I feel like I might be able to do it right now. You've taught this old dog new tricks. Thanks!
Brian is the best tech teacher on the internet, whether you are a DIY or professional with years of experience. An education like this would cost you tens of thousands of dollars at a technical school or college.
Been painting buildings and houses for 31 years. None of us could hold a candle to automotive painters. I’ve never knew such things as this were possible. You’re a skilled artist my friend . Respect.
I have just used clear coat for the 1st time on one of my antique tractor restorations. Looks smart ...... Brian, Thank you for making these videos and sharing your tips and tricks, the way you present is great and simple to follow. 👍🏻
I just used your method and must say this smart repair is like magic. It worked although I got a bit too confident and took the base a little too close to the soft tape and had a line which can be repaired. More importantly the clear came out great with no line. 👍
Hey, I'm a mechanic, an Acura mechanic at that...lol. I know what dirty hand do to paint. But, I did work at a body shop for 3 yrs too....you've got great info. Love watching your channel. Just had to chime that in lol
@@PaintSociety ya, I'm in the process of restoring an 04 TL 6 spd. I watched your video of the TL rims you painted for that green CR-V , you did the fender on . I just DA'd , and filled the stuff I couldn't send out. Got to do some refining. Not as smooth as I'd like yet. Question though, I hit the rest of the rims with finishing 320. (I guess its a finer cut 320). Is that enough for primer? Or should I hit it with 220 then prime. Cause I plan to set sand the primer with 400 then 1000 for paint.
I do PDR around Chicagoland area I never touch freshly painted parts or people's work, unless they are at the beginning of the process. I do like asking questions about their process. It's one of those things that looks simple but there seem to be a lot of little details that add up to a good finished product. I had a shop do a SMART repair on my black Jeep bumper. I'm used to spotting overspray, paint runs, fish eyes, filler under the paint, etc because I need to look out for them when doing my work. I could hardly tell where the edge was when looking for it. I was very happy with that repair on my car, even though a shop doesn't consider it proper.
Something to be said about proper,yet methodical preparation..You can rush it and really f@#k it up..This is a detailed demonstration in patience and attention to detail..Awesome job bro!! He made this presentation easy for alot of us beginners to comprehend and didn't make alot of us viewers feel stupid for not knowing..Excellent again my friend!!
Nice to see a true professional using modern technology. Its been 20 plus years since I last painted. My favorite gun was my optima line with the 135 tip. Nice work.
@@bjstcrusn Yes it would have been. but the technology today far surpasses what the typical shop used back in the day. I was fortunate to use Glasseraut and Sikens in a high end European shop in Toronto called Vintage Grand touring.
That was Like watching an episode of Colombo. I kept watching even though I knew what was coming next. Great job explaining the amount of steps material and technique it takes to do a consistently good job. This proves when you want to go faster slow down. And you only do it once. Good job..
I'm originally from Spain. I'm not a car painter, I'm a cabinet maker and this brand is the one that I had use all my life , they are really good and not cheap either. Cool repair!!
Nicely done. Haven’t used foam tape for over twenty years as had a couple of solvents vs foam issues here’ n ‘ there and found I could get the same results with 1” soft edge masking tape... faster, cheaper and more versatile as the folded tape edge can be made tighter or looser by adjusting the width of the fold. All being said Great tutorial
ALREADY knew before watching the video what the trick WAS. Lol. Did this same deal yesterday at work on a CRV. I paint professionally at a body shop is how I know this trick. Not my ideal way to do work but sometimes you just gotta go this route.
do you make your own soft edge tape by spinning 1 inch tape backwards while it's hanging on a length of rolled out tape - i've been making soft edge tape this way for 30 years lol
I dont normally watch entire 20min video But I did & I was glad to of done this..Ive been around this kinda thing off & on my Intire 6 decades..I dont paint bcz I screw it up But after watching Brian do this, has be the best job ive seen..I didt even know there even was some of these things you did..Very Impressive to say least🎸
Great video Brian. I agree, sometimes you got to do these type of jobs base on customer, even when you don’t want to. You mad it look easy. Here’s a trick I learn from one of the owners of my shoo with clear blends. Weather your melt the clear or so like you did, he told me to apply clear blender in the area to be melted in 20 mins prior to clearing. It soften up the existing clear and it to accept the new clear easier and buffing will be easier as well.
Great video. As a cabinetmaker I can identify with clients wanting to touch the parts that are in the finishing process. Something about smoothness draws people in :)
Good video despite the clickbaity title. No tricks/mind not blown -- just good equipment and consumables coupled with good technique. I admire the skill on display.
Nice work, I haven't done any auto body or paint for about 30 years now, I used to just rub my masking tape and curl it outward for that blending edge. It's nice to know they make some things specifically for that fine blend edge. Phone tape LOL. I guess I used to make the mistake of putting the first clear coat all the way up to the edge. Didn't have that fine as spray gun either. I'm actually planning on getting back into this game a little bit here and there. That's why I'm brushing up on techniques. Thanks for showing your expertise.
a nice little trick i use when putting the foam piping on the quarter panel door gap and front of rear door is after the foam goes on get some 12mm fine line tape and put it over the foam with about 2mm from the edge of the panel then shut the door it leaves the same gap in foam but leaves the top of the foam smooth so no chance of the foam sticking on the edges and it leaves the panel edges pristine. cheers from down under
WOW thank you so very much for the video. I really enjoyed watching it and just goes to show how the right tools really make a difference. I have never really painted a car or did a repair like this. Just always used spray cans LOL.
I have been using foam tape since the early 90's. You can get the job done with regular masking tape but the results are so much better with the foam. Easier and consistent application.
Dude, I'm impressed. I will take your advice seriously and watch this video again. You're doing a great job. Greetings from over the seas, Germany. You're totally worth a subscription. I'll give your tips and tricks a try at my next paint job. :) Keep good stuff going!
I was using Soft edge masking back in the 1970s and this was in the Body repair trade here in the UK this was especially useful when using 2k paint as they were not thought to be able to be "Blown out by using a thinner edge. Things may have changed with the use of dry flatting but for the soft edge I used Farecla G3 before masking and I never had a problem with the edge peeling. Though most Garages in the UK bake the paint at 60c 140F, to speed up production
stopped using the foam tape for the edge blends years ago, roll edging masking tape works better. very true with the black, easy to line in on swage lines, great job
Quicker, EASIER and better overall quality and guarantee in the long run to clear the whole quarter. It IS a very good and sometimes useful tool for a well rounded painter to have in their tool bag. I just went away from it with all the new and varied paints on the market today. Just my opinion and experience.... Keep up the excellent videos! Thank You!
Man, that is incredible! Your "quick" job is 100x better than a local shop painted my classic mustang..they ruined it! I refused it 4 times before giving up and taking it..orange peel and drip marks, hard lines you can see 25 feet away. They refuse to fix it 😥..Thanks for the Video!👍
Cheers Brian. I watched a clip on cleaning up headlight lenses then your clip turned up. Yours was so interesting I watched the lot! Nice job. Thank you. I'm no painter so it's just some good background knowledge for me which may come in handy if I touch up one of my bikes.
I don't do paint and body work, I hate it. I watch your videos simply due to the appreciation I have for your work. This definitely requires a lot of patience and you do such a good job putting it all into a smooth flowing video for those of us who know nothing about repairing paint and body damage.
I gotta try using the foam tape for this at work. Ive been folding over tape to do this and its always hard to get the line and fold even and straight. Great idea.
When I did the Smart repair course with PPG in Birmingham, UK, the area of repair is no bigger than your fist. I also did not use foam tape. I used masking tape folded back for what is called back masking. Smart Repairs are normally done on chips and scratches near the edge of panels so you can keep the repair area small. The repair in the video is a standard repair and much larger than a smart repair using detail spray guns and air brushes.
I have used the foam tape before but found using fine line at the edge and removing it soon as the 2nd coat of clear is finished going easy on the 1st coat of clear near the edge, buy pulling the fine line off when the clear is still wet the clear lays down really nice were in some instances buffing isn't even needed .
All good info but need to clean panel with both waterborne and solvent cleaner prior to repair. Inside jambs and gas door as well. Contamination may not be a factor at times but when it does happen you’ll wish you had cleaned better. Keep up the good videos!
When he said try painting on something else ( for practice ) brought back a lot of great memories of my Dad practicing two tone painting all of the kids in our family's bikes, tricycles, wagons and even his power mower with Colonial White and Regatta Blue before painting his '55 Ford. Good job, sir..
Practice makes perfect!
In my case, to get the deposit back on a lease, I've repainted my mom's bumper on a Audi Q3. Had a massive stone chip and dent on the hood too. By the time I was done blending everything in it was 95%. Even managed to blend in the clear just feathering it in with the original. But, before I even attempted that repair. I practiced using clear restoring my sister's headlights and the taillights on an old Toyota pickup. Used to have to buff the plastic to get rid of the oxidation. Three years strong, nothing's pealed.
This is really the only video you need to see. Showing how to not dump the paint on the car with light coats, taping tricks, prep, sandpaper grits, cleaning steps, blend (without blender), spray over existing clear coat, MAN! Thanks A lot Paint Society! PS. Still using my Astro HE, thanks to your review back in 2020. Some of my garage paint jobs look better than shops thanks to you.
Thank you!
I have absolutely no desire to do this, but I just love watching a true master at work, and to hear the thought-process. Just brilliant.
Man, it is good to see someone do something that they LOVE to do. They usually do that thing very very well. Its like poetry in motion and I can't look away.
always nice watching someone who is good at thier job.
Man, you are gifted and no mistake. Thank you for sharing your talents.
@@randomthingsarebest1473 I don't know, Random, you tell us.
We will see. I have gotten pretty good success doing it this way. I respect your opinion. I did however mention 2-3 times in the video that this is not the proper way.
@@randomthingsarebest1473 "we would not do this on a customer car". this is a touch up on a loaner car.
@@randomthingsarebest1473 ok
@@PaintSociety @ should sealer be apply Always?? Before paint? No way to hide filler with 2k primer?
Memories! I have 30 years in paint trade here in UK. Retired from it 12 years ago now and remember all the vids you make in real time. Loved them cheers bud.
i have watched your gun set up 101 video 3 times today. yesterday was my first time ever attempting to use a gun and nothing went right. i was up at 7am today in front of tv taking notes on fluid fan and air then watched your how to clean a gun video and did that, you sir are an absolute genius, great teacher, keep up these awesome videos got much better feeling bout next time now
and people say you tube is wasting time..... not us....we use it to learn.
That’s awesome fellas. Here’s the truth. I learned greatly how to paint through RUclips.
@@PaintSociety humble and a very nice chap. we very much appreciate your well put together videos dude. for us real hacks out there. you reckon you could do a full side respray outdoors with purely a LVLP gun ( small compressor) and working with the elements. i love my car but made mistake of giving it to bodyshop and they did a terrible job blending new paint into old, i wanna make it as good as i can. im in scotland so will have to pick my day very carefully ie no wind no rain no to much sun no to cold not to much midgies lol.. i might have a 3 day frame between now and end of august lol
Could you send any details on what when wrong Paul, I am sure Brian or the rest of us painters would be happy to try and assist with tips and ideas.
My husband painted for many years. He looks at your work and just says awesome. What a good example for a quick fix. Keep up the good work
Awesome to hear !
Used to paint back in early 2000’s even thro I’m out of the profession I still like to watch these videos and keep up with what’s going on in the world of refinish.
After adding a disclaimer more than once still there is the comment that this repair won't hold up over time. I don't understand people. I've been doing paint and body work over 30 years and have done this many times when the customer knew about it or even wanted it done this way. Nice video and explanation of the process. 👍👍
I am a mechanic of almost 40 years. Never done body repair.. I am starting now... And your instructions are very ez to follow.. I thank you for your help..
Awesome !!!!
Nice work! THIS, boys and girls, is why learning to work in a trade and excel in it is important!
My most recent experience with a paint shop/repair ended with me going back into the office and asking the manager to accompany me to my vehicle so that he could explain why the rear lower bumper cover was 3/4" out from the upper. Without hesitation he said "Ah, he probably just didn't pop the tabs in all the way", and proceeded to pound it with his fist until they all locked. I can't imagine how the "technician" would have called that complete and moved it out on the lot.
Man he's one hell of a painting guru!!
The awesome thing is he's a gym teacher too. Learned that the other day.
I appreciate the care Brian put into this work, having attempted repairs of this type 50 years ago. Oh the runs, sags, orange-peel and compounding to disguise it.
Edge blending is an important skill for a painter to have, I learned to do it using the old feather edge tape, when they came out with the foam tape it made the job a bit easier to achieve good results, auto body repair materials have improved a lot over the years.
Agreed. Good skill to have for those certain jobs.
I've done mechanic work and painted for 40 years on mostly semi-trucks. I've bragged there's noting I can't fix but patch repairs have always been a problem for me. Even small dimples would lead me to paneling entire panels to avoid blending issues. As you can imagine on a semi-truck that can be a very large area. Thanks to your video I feel like I might be able to do it right now. You've taught this old dog new tricks. Thanks!
Brian is the best tech teacher on the internet, whether you are a DIY or professional with years of experience. An education like this would cost you tens of thousands of dollars at a technical school or college.
Been painting buildings and houses for 31 years. None of us could hold a candle to automotive painters. I’ve never knew such things as this were possible. You’re a skilled artist my friend . Respect.
I managed the same shop for two stints over the years and I always enjoy watching a master of the trade.
I've been doing that trick sometimes when there is the right edge but still the best to clear coat the whole panel..Bryan your the best
bro... i been in the field lil over 25+ yrs .. ill admit ONE OF THE BEST VIDS ON THIS TYPE OF SPOT REPAIRS... >> props to u bro !
I have just used clear coat for the 1st time on one of my antique tractor restorations. Looks smart ......
Brian, Thank you for making these videos and sharing your tips and tricks, the way you present is great and simple to follow. 👍🏻
Brian I am a do it yourself type a person and have watched many of your videos and have learned a lot I really like this type of repair Thank You
Your video gives me a better understanding of the cost of quality body work. Not my field at all but enjoyed watching and learning. Thanks.
Spanish here. I’ve used sagolas since i started painting in class, really good value for the money. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS
Yep used them in UK aswell for years. Very good gun.
@@stdavidboy you are a a copy
I just used your method and must say this smart repair is like magic. It worked although I got a bit too confident and took the base a little too close to the soft tape and had a line which can be repaired. More importantly the clear came out great with no line. 👍
You are so good at your instructional videos that I always feel like I could become a painter after watching. I love these videos.
That’s what I like to hear!
Hey, I'm a mechanic, an Acura mechanic at that...lol. I know what dirty hand do to paint. But, I did work at a body shop for 3 yrs too....you've got great info. Love watching your channel. Just had to chime that in lol
Acura techs rock!
@@PaintSociety ya, I'm in the process of restoring an 04 TL 6 spd. I watched your video of the TL rims you painted for that green CR-V , you did the fender on . I just DA'd , and filled the stuff I couldn't send out. Got to do some refining. Not as smooth as I'd like yet. Question though, I hit the rest of the rims with finishing 320. (I guess its a finer cut 320). Is that enough for primer? Or should I hit it with 220 then prime. Cause I plan to set sand the primer with 400 then 1000 for paint.
Brian, you make it look so easy. Love all the content and experience you share with us. God Bless
I do PDR around Chicagoland area I never touch freshly painted parts or people's work, unless they are at the beginning of the process. I do like asking questions about their process. It's one of those things that looks simple but there seem to be a lot of little details that add up to a good finished product. I had a shop do a SMART repair on my black Jeep bumper. I'm used to spotting overspray, paint runs, fish eyes, filler under the paint, etc because I need to look out for them when doing my work. I could hardly tell where the edge was when looking for it. I was very happy with that repair on my car, even though a shop doesn't consider it proper.
Something to be said about proper,yet methodical preparation..You can rush it and really f@#k it up..This is a detailed demonstration in patience and attention to detail..Awesome job bro!! He made this presentation easy for alot of us beginners to comprehend and didn't make alot of us viewers feel stupid for not knowing..Excellent again my friend!!
Well said JR.
Nice to see a true professional using modern technology. Its been 20 plus years since I last painted. My favorite gun was my optima line with the 135 tip. Nice work.
Way to much work. Would of been easier to clear the whole panel.
Respect your opinion Brian.
@@bjstcrusn Yes it would have been. but the technology today far surpasses what the typical shop used back in the day. I was fortunate to use Glasseraut and Sikens in a high end European shop in Toronto called Vintage Grand touring.
@@bjstcrusn It's a loaner car, doesn't need the whole panel.
That was Like watching an episode of Colombo. I kept watching even though I knew what was coming next. Great job explaining the amount of steps material and technique it takes to do a consistently good job. This proves when you want to go faster slow down. And you only do it once. Good job..
Brian you saved me from disaster, I'll be picking up some merchandise, cheers!
i used to do it all the time , so glad seeing someone else do it
Watched many paint videos. This is much better than the norm. Thanks guys...
Awesome tips! I took auto body in high school but things have changed so so much.
man, you do so easily. Looks like you started and invented everything. You are really paint society's hero.
I'm originally from Spain. I'm not a car painter, I'm a cabinet maker and this brand is the one that I had use all my life , they are really good and not cheap either. Cool repair!!
Nicely done. Haven’t used foam tape for over twenty years as had a couple of solvents vs foam issues here’ n ‘ there and found I could get the same results with 1” soft edge masking tape... faster, cheaper and more versatile as the folded tape edge can be made tighter or looser by adjusting the width of the fold.
All being said Great tutorial
#1 Paint Channel!!!
Yea boy!
ALREADY knew before watching the video what the trick WAS. Lol. Did this same deal yesterday at work on a CRV. I paint professionally at a body shop is how I know this trick. Not my ideal way to do work but sometimes you just gotta go this route.
do you make your own soft edge tape by spinning 1 inch tape backwards while it's hanging on a length of rolled out tape - i've been making soft edge tape this way for 30 years lol
I dont normally watch entire 20min video But I did & I was glad to of done this..Ive been around this kinda thing off & on my Intire 6 decades..I dont paint bcz I screw it up But after watching Brian do this, has be the best job ive seen..I didt even know there even was some of these things you did..Very Impressive to say least🎸
Great video Brian. I agree, sometimes you got to do these type of jobs base on customer, even when you don’t want to. You mad it look easy. Here’s a trick I learn from one of the owners of my shoo with clear blends. Weather your melt the clear or so like you did, he told me to apply clear blender in the area to be melted in 20 mins prior to clearing. It soften up the existing clear and it to accept the new clear easier and buffing will be easier as well.
Yes. I have heard about that trick before and had forgotten about it. 😀
your videos are the best... love how you go in detail when you explain things
It took me forever to get used to foam tape, but now it's one of my favorite products
Back in the day I would make a thin roll out of masking tape, sticky side out. That foam tape trick is killer. Enjoyed watching you work.
It's beautiful. I don't understand why people put so much effort into painting cars, but this was an entertaining vid.
Great video. As a cabinetmaker I can identify with clients wanting to touch the parts that are in the finishing process. Something about smoothness draws people in :)
Good video despite the clickbaity title. No tricks/mind not blown -- just good equipment and consumables coupled with good technique. I admire the skill on display.
I could watch his how to videos all day, every day
You are a true Master of your Craft dear sir. Makes me have renewed respect for the craft. Thank you!
Nice work, I haven't done any auto body or paint for about 30 years now, I used to just rub my masking tape and curl it outward for that blending edge. It's nice to know they make some things specifically for that fine blend edge. Phone tape LOL. I guess I used to make the mistake of putting the first clear coat all the way up to the edge. Didn't have that fine as spray gun either. I'm actually planning on getting back into this game a little bit here and there. That's why I'm brushing up on techniques. Thanks for showing your expertise.
Yea you don’t want to build up that edge too much.
money cant buy such a commitment, congrats !
a nice little trick i use when putting the foam piping on the quarter panel door gap and front of rear door is after the foam goes on get some 12mm fine line tape and put it over the foam with about 2mm from the edge of the panel then shut the door it leaves the same gap in foam but leaves the top of the foam smooth so no chance of the foam sticking on the edges and it leaves the panel edges pristine. cheers from down under
Strangely calming to watch you do this. Many thanks
Good to see someone else who has patience.
WOW thank you so very much for the video. I really enjoyed watching it and just goes to show how the right tools really make a difference.
I have never really painted a car or did a repair like this. Just always used spray cans LOL.
Thanks now I know how to finish the top of the door 👊🏻👍🏻I bought blender and thought I was going to spray on edge sooooo glad you said don’t use it
I have been using foam tape since the early 90's. You can get the job done with regular masking tape but the results are so much better with the foam. Easier and consistent application.
Beautiful work man. I'm not sure your techniques can be learned in a video but you did it all right.
Your content is damn good sir. I love the way you explain things to us non-bodymen so it's simple and easy to understand.
Man! But you are so thorough and detail orientated !..Great job !
Dude, I'm impressed. I will take your advice seriously and watch this video again. You're doing a great job. Greetings from over the seas, Germany. You're totally worth a subscription. I'll give your tips and tricks a try at my next paint job. :) Keep good stuff going!
Thank you!
Great job , i used the foam tape last year for the first time, it's expensive but great stuff , cheers !.
Awesome lessons ... Keep up the great videos.. You should become an auto body teacher.. You show everything..
As always , flawless 👌 there is a handful of painters that have it , this guy is one of them.
Follower from France. And also a subscriber.
Keep up the good job, you're a constant inspiration.
I was using Soft edge masking back in the 1970s and this was in the Body repair trade here in the UK this was especially useful when using 2k paint as they were not thought to be able to be "Blown out by using a thinner edge. Things may have changed with the use of dry flatting but for the soft edge I used Farecla G3 before masking and I never had a problem with the edge peeling. Though most Garages in the UK bake the paint at 60c 140F, to speed up production
stopped using the foam tape for the edge blends years ago, roll edging masking tape works better.
very true with the black, easy to line in on swage lines, great job
Why add another product to the mix when Masking tape has done the same job as the foam for years?
Do you mean back tapeing? You hook one edge of the tape and roll it over creating a half barrel?
@@3rdpedalmafia yes, making a transition rather than a hard line.
@@matthewcamillo695 thanks !👊
Quicker, EASIER and better overall quality and guarantee
in the long run to clear the whole quarter.
It IS a very good and sometimes useful tool for a
well rounded painter to have in their tool bag.
I just went away from it with all the new and
varied paints on the market today.
Just my opinion and experience....
Keep up the excellent videos!
Thank You!
Fun watching a craftsman. Truly skilled.
EXCELLENT Instruction and focus on QUALITY and of course detail!
The foam tape really makes a difference. Nice Job
I did this all the time when i was a painter. It's very satisfying to get that crispy edge!
In my early 20s after Auto Body Shop in high school i also did this trick. early 2000's
Thank you for showing the foam tape at the jambs. I've been asking about that.
Good work. Wish we had hundreds like you in body shops around the nation!
I saw a shiny spot by the right edge of the gasoline lid. Looks good finished!!!
Man, that is incredible! Your "quick" job is 100x better than a local shop painted my classic mustang..they ruined it! I refused it 4 times before giving up and taking it..orange peel and drip marks, hard lines you can see 25 feet away. They refuse to fix it 😥..Thanks for the Video!👍
You are the best in the business, no doubt man !!
Outstanding detail. Presented by a dedicated journeyman.
Thanks I have some work to do on my truck and this really helped me.
Always learn practical tips watching Brian.
When you said, that's good "we don't have to mess with it any more"..I laughed out loud. Cause that just what we do..
Cheers Brian. I watched a clip on cleaning up headlight lenses then your clip turned up. Yours was so interesting I watched the lot! Nice job. Thank you. I'm no painter so it's just some good background knowledge for me which may come in handy if I touch up one of my bikes.
I don't do paint and body work, I hate it. I watch your videos simply due to the appreciation I have for your work. This definitely requires a lot of patience and you do such a good job putting it all into a smooth flowing video for those of us who know nothing about repairing paint and body damage.
Thank you!
Good video. Thks for the tips on transitioning the new paint and clear coat to the old.
Love watching a craftsman do whatever he does 110 %. 🙏🏼
Great video - new respect for painting a vehicle.
Just started following ur channel. Car came out amazing
I gotta try using the foam tape for this at work. Ive been folding over tape to do this and its always hard to get the line and fold even and straight. Great idea.
It works !!
Thanks for sharing your skills and advice
The most I've ever painted a car is touching up rock chips, but your videos make me confident I could repaint an entire car if I ever have to
well is possible but if u using nail polish brushes will take u some time ...
7:50 This is called a courtesy tab. I use them all the time.
Old school, I and still use 3/4" folded tape. BTW good job
A real pro’s steps and attention to the details is impressive!
When I did the Smart repair course with PPG in Birmingham, UK, the area of repair is no bigger than your fist. I also did not use foam tape. I used masking tape folded back for what is called back masking. Smart Repairs are normally done on chips and scratches near the edge of panels so you can keep the repair area small. The repair in the video is a standard repair and much larger than a smart repair using detail spray guns and air brushes.
I have used the foam tape before but found using fine line at the edge and removing it soon as the 2nd coat of clear is finished going easy on the 1st coat of clear near the edge, buy pulling the fine line off when the clear is still wet the clear lays down really nice were in some instances buffing isn't even needed .
All good info but need to clean panel with both waterborne and solvent cleaner prior to repair. Inside jambs and gas door as well. Contamination may not be a factor at times but when it does happen you’ll wish you had cleaned better.
Keep up the good videos!
A lot of things done off camera to keep the video going. 😀