Painting RC Car Bodies

Materials

• RC car body
• Sandpaper (various grits)
• Primer
• Paint
• Clear coat
• Masking tape
• Scissors
• Rags

Instructions

1. Prepare the body

1. Remove all dirt and grease from the body using a mild detergent and water.
2. Sand the body lightly with 100-grit sandpaper to remove any imperfections.
3. Apply a thin coat of primer to the body and let it dry completely.

2. Paint the body

1. Apply a thin coat of paint to the body. Let it dry completely.
2. Apply a second coat of paint, if necessary.
3. Let the paint dry completely.

3. Apply a clear coat

1. Apply a thin coat of clear coat to the body. Let it dry completely.
2. Apply a second coat of clear coat, if necessary.
3. Let the clear coat dry completely.

4. Detail the body

1. Mask off the areas of the body that you want to detail.
2. Apply the detail paint to the body. Let it dry completely.
3. Remove the masking tape.

5. Finish the body

1. Apply a final coat of clear coat to the body. Let it dry completely.
2. Your RC car body is now complete!

Tips

• Use a light touch when sanding the body. You don’t want to remove too much material.
• Apply thin coats of paint and clear coat. This will help to prevent runs and drips.
• Let the paint and clear coat dry completely before applying the next coat.
• Be patient and take your time. Painting an RC car body is a detailed process, but it’s worth it in the end.