---------------------------------------------------------- Europa-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Fri 04/09/04: 2 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 12:58 AM - Drop of the Hat (P.A.D.Clarke) 2. 08:31 PM - Repainting the mini U2 (Dave Anderson) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 12:58:29 AM PST US From: "P.A.D.Clarke" Subject: Europa-List: Drop of the Hat --> Europa-List message posted by: "P.A.D.Clarke" Hi All, Apologies to Rowland for sending to him rather than the group. I'm off to Haverford West for lunch. No free landing fee, I just fancy a trip along the South Wales coast !. Cheers, Paddy Clarke ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 08:31:34 PM PST US From: "Dave Anderson" Subject: Europa-List: Repainting the mini U2 --> Europa-List message posted by: "Dave Anderson" Hello group. As a result of finish coat failure (a HUGE, long story), I am starting to experiment with removing my paint and repainting the airplane. I have UV smooth prime underneath for the UV protection and after today's trial sanding it is clear the paint will come off fine, but I will not be able to avoid doing the entire job over again. I can't leave the primer underneath and get thte finish coat off. I will attempt to remove the finish coat from the primer on certain areas, but I am facing repeating history. The plan now is to go with two possible choices. One is aerothane with an epoxy primer. Unfortunately the epoxy primer doesn't have UV protection ( what the heck is that anyway, really!). I have a local painter who has said he does not like the water based UV smooth prime - he does not use if and has painted airplanes that have been primed with it. Here is the question: Does anybody know if there is another option for priming with a UV protection that is not UV smooth prime ( seems everyone uses that stuff)? Also, since it has been over a year since I painted and I have a gallon left over, does anybody know what the shelf life of that stuff is? I have purchased a quart and am going to experiment with different items to paint to see if i can get a smooth finish. I just can't wait to get more painting experience! This time, it will work! Dave A227 Mini U2 178 hours TT working on cabin heater, upholstery and REPAINT!