How to Paint Your RC Car Body

Materials You’ll Need

• RC car body
• Sandpaper (120-grit, 220-grit, 400-grit)
• Primer
• Paint
• Clear coat
• Masking tape
• Sanding block or sponge
• Tack cloth
• Gloves
• Respirator

Step 1: Preparation

Before you start painting, you need to prepare the RC car body. This involves sanding the body to remove any imperfections, and then cleaning it with a tack cloth to remove any dust or debris.

1. Start by sanding the body with 120-grit sandpaper. This will remove any major imperfections.
2. Once you’ve sanded the body with 120-grit sandpaper, switch to 220-grit sandpaper and sand the body again. This will smooth out the surface of the body.
3. Finally, sand the body with 400-grit sandpaper. This will give the body a smooth, even finish.
4. Once you’ve sanded the body, clean it with a tack cloth to remove any dust or debris.

Step 2: Priming

Once the body is prepared, you need to prime it. Primer helps to create a smooth, even surface for the paint to adhere to.

1. Apply a thin coat of primer to the body. Make sure to cover the entire surface of the body, including the inside.
2. Allow the primer to dry completely before moving on to the next step.

Step 3: Painting

Once the primer is dry, you can start painting the body. You can use any type of paint you want, but I recommend using a paint that is specifically designed for RC car bodies.

1. Apply a thin coat of paint to the body. Make sure to cover the entire surface of the body, including the inside.
2. Allow the paint to dry completely before applying a second coat.
3. Repeat this process until you’re happy with the coverage.

Step 4: Masking

Once the paint is dry, you can start masking off the areas that you don’t want to paint. This can be done with masking tape or liquid mask.

1. Carefully apply masking tape or liquid mask to the areas that you don’t want to paint.
2. Make sure to press down on the masking tape or liquid mask so that it adheres to the body.

Step 5: Painting the Details

Once the masking is in place, you can start painting the details. This can be done with a brush or an airbrush.

1. Use a brush or airbrush to paint the details on the body.
2. Be careful not to get paint on the areas that you’ve masked off.

Step 6: Removing the Masking

Once the details are painted, you can remove the masking. This can be done by carefully peeling off the masking tape or liquid mask.

1. Carefully peel off the masking tape or liquid mask.
2. Be careful not to damage the paint.

Step 7: Clear Coating

Once the masking is removed, you need to apply a clear coat to the body. This will help to protect the paint and give it a glossy finish.

1. Apply a thin coat of clear coat to the body. Make sure to cover the entire surface of the body, including the inside.
2. Allow the clear coat to dry completely before handling the body.

Conclusion

Painting your RC car body is a great way to customize your car and make it unique. By following the steps in this guide, you can achieve a professional-looking finish that will make your car stand out from the crowd.