Paint for plastics? - And some other questions

[SharpObjects]

I hope this is in the correct the fourm. It seems to be.

Hey everyone. I recently acquired a friend's old CPS 1000-My god what power!-The thing is, it is very faded and could look much better. My question, what sort of paint sticks to plastic and won't come off with years of being wet?

I also must replace the rusted rod that when, you pull the trigger, opens the nozzle to shoot. Other than tightening some loose valves, it works great. But the range at level, is only 22ft, and at about 45 degrees, it only gets about 27 ft. On the Isoaker reveiw, his gets 39. I'm guessing neglect and age to this c.annon took its toll. Still, this summer I shall rule the block.

~SO
Chillin :bm1000:



Edited By SharpObjects on 1116785280

[isoaker]

Admittedly, I don't have much first-hand experience painting my soakers as most of mine are left stock coloured and powered. From what I recall from reading what some have said in the past, a little sanding done first followed by laying down a primer coat, followed by the true colour coat (or coats if doing camo jobs), then finally followed by a few layers of protectant is the best means to painting plastic casings.

Of course, it's easiest to do when the casing is removed from the internals so you don't need to worry about gumming up triggers, nozzles, etc. As well, having patience and letting paint coats dry properly between applications yields the best results.

I really need to update some pages on iSoaker.com. Totally out of date with more current knowledge.

[DX]

An alternate and logical method is to simply use spray paint and a coat of lacquer afterwards to protect it. Cheap, easy, fast. The paint can still chip off, but putting a new coat of paint on only has to be done every few months and takes 10 min. Actually, I haven't had to repaint my CPS 4100 since last summer. :laugh:

[Aquarius]

I've never tried it, but Krylon Fusion is a spray paint specifically designed for plastics. It supposedly doesn't require sanding or priming either.

[isoaker]

^ I've read/heard about those who used spray paint, but was always given the impression that an additional layer of protective gloss or sealant helps prevent chipping, etc.

One of these days I plan on painting one o' my CPS4100s just to try some things out. Probably not 'til a little later this summer, though. Anyone else have more thoughts and/or success with painting their soakers?

[BlueMage]

krylon fusion bonds to the plastic, so it never comes off. instead of being a coat over the plastic surface, it chemically becomes part of it.

[Dacca]

i used a no name brand that said it bonded to plastic. so just look for a spra can that says it's made for plastic :laugh:

[SharpObjects]

What plastic paint would look as authentic as the "CPS Grey"? I want to see if I can restore to its former glory.

~SO

[Dacca]

unless someone know it off the top of their head, the best way is to bring in soaker or a grey part to the store and try to match it up there.

[BlueMage]

people might get suspicious of you walking through a hardware store with a super soaker. i don't think krylon fusion comes in cps1000 colors though...

[BlueMage]

people might get suspicious of you walking through a hardware store with a super soaker. i don't think krylon fusion comes in cps1000 colors though...

[freak]

How much do you think krylon fusion cost? ???