I used Superfil and Top Gloss on my Europa. I was scared of the more toxic
Imron and such. I used a HVLP gun and thinned it about 10%. I never did
get a balance between run-downs and orange peel. I settled for more of an
orange peel finish and sanded it down with 1500, then I buffed it with three
different grits of polishing compound. It was a LOT of work. I finally
settled for less than a mirror finish so I can enjoy the plane. It has been
flown in heavy rain without peeling off. I found the finish satisfactory
but not the high gloss of typical fiberglass planes. If I had it to do over
again, I would have the plane professionally painted with Imron or such. I
am doing the glider wings at Flightcrafters and they will be finished in
Imron or similar by a professional. IMHO, with proper precautions, Imron or
PPG or such will likely be a better finish and not kill you during the spray
process.
Ken Carpenter
A123 N9XS Mono 914
----- Original Message -----
From: <DJA727@aol.com>
Subject: Top Gloss Finish
> Hi,
>
> I am considering my finish coat options and wonder if anyone has
experience
> with the poly fiber finish coat that is water based -- top gloss I think
is
> the name. I am using superfil and UV smooth prime so far and really like
the
> water based aspect of the primer.
>
> Does anyone have a feel for the long term wear of this product, the ease,
or
> lack thereof, of the application. I am generally looking for any advise
> possible.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dave Anderson
> A227
> Mini U2
>
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