Gonna try to repaint a Norman dd22
Texas Fishing
Jan 26, 2023 14:09:21 #
Chuck56
Loc: Texas
Hey . A guy has approached me to re- paint a few Norman dd22 crankbaits for him . 2 of the baits are the“ HD “ models , and 1 is a “ suspend “ model . I don’t think there are too many of those models around anymore , but I’m not sure . And I certainly don’t want to mess these up . My question is what is the best way to remove the old paint / finish as these are beat up . I’m kinda scared to use acetone , because it could damage the plastic . My understanding is Norman used an automotive clear coat finish on these lures . Anybody got a viable suggestion ? Thanks .
My 2cents....
My 2cents....
Jan 26, 2023 14:42:37 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Chuck56 wrote:
Hey . A guy has approached me to re- paint a few N... (show quote)
All I can say is good luck Chuck 👍
Jan 26, 2023 16:05:41 #
Jan 26, 2023 16:05:49 #
Chuck56 wrote:
Hey . A guy has approached me to re- paint a few N... (show quote)
Yeah Chuck, I wouldn’t use acetone. I think I’d lightly sand and then prime them.
Jan 26, 2023 20:27:09 #
Chuck56 wrote:
Hey . A guy has approached me to re- paint a few N... (show quote)
Check with an automotive paint store.
Jan 27, 2023 04:19:22 #
Try Dick’s Sporting goods They carry them so they maybe able to help you out.
Jan 27, 2023 15:15:12 #
james hsiang
Loc: Maine
Try contacting the manufacturer and ask if acetone, xylene, toluene, respectively, will dissolve the body. Also try simple green. If the manufacturer is no longer in business, try dabbing paint remover/stripper, and remove the old paint little areas at a time. Finally, lightly sand and then prime. Good luck.
Jan 27, 2023 15:15:22 #
runandgun
Loc: East Texas
Lots of info on the Internet. Here's one to start with.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO34zL7R4D4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO34zL7R4D4
Jan 27, 2023 20:02:51 #
Get another old plug to experiment with. You don't want to jump in and then discover it is the wrong solvent. That way not matter what happens to the test model, you aren't likely to make the same mistake twice. Just Sayin...RJS
Jan 27, 2023 20:19:13 #
Sport
Loc: Sacramento county north. California
Chuck56 wrote:
Hey . A guy has approached me to re- paint a few N... (show quote)
Hi Chuck, I'd leave the old paint. Rubbing alcohol or an alcohol wipe to clean them. Not harsh and will degrease, clean them for a good bond.
Jan 27, 2023 22:51:39 #
Lamefisherman
Loc: Show Low, AZ
Take pictures of them first, find the correct colors if redoing them in same colors, no to acetone, sand lightly and smooth existing finish as much as possible, automotive paint probably best since so much plastic in todays cars. Best of luck to you.
Jan 28, 2023 02:07:00 #
Chuck56
Loc: Texas
Sport wrote:
Hi Chuck, I'd leave the old paint. Rubbing alcohol or an alcohol wipe to clean them. Not harsh and will degrease, clean them for a good bond.
Sport . I used some of the alchohol cleaner ( smells like whiskey ) that I buy for airbrush cleanup and tried it on one of my own Norman’s . Then shot a prime coat on the lure . Waited for 2 days . There is no cracking , flaking or dimples . NOW , the only thing holding me back is the lure I used was an opaque ( solid ) 2 toned lure . The lures belonging to this guy ALL have a clear coated finish with glitter in the clear . Lol I guess I’m just gonna have to do the whiskey rub on one of them and go for it ...
Jan 28, 2023 11:18:31 #
I concur, the hot thinners are absolutely not good for most plastics. You might try some of the orange citrus paint removers that work better than you expect and tend to me much kinder to anything that isn't paint. I think those don't affect plastics but proceed with caution.
Jan 28, 2023 11:35:20 #
Sport
Loc: Sacramento county north. California
Chuck56 wrote:
Sport . I used some of the alchohol cleaner ( smel... (show quote)
Sounds good. I wonder about sprinkling glitter on the wet base coat. Then shoot with clear.
Jan 28, 2023 15:38:54 #
FixorFish
Loc: SW Oregon
Chuck56 wrote:
Sport . I used some of the alchohol cleaner ( smel... (show quote)
I have had exceptional success with nail polish from the Dollar Store. I have at least a half-dozen that are a "clear with glitter", in various glitter colors. The one with RED glitter is my fave, but the blue, the silver, the gold (have 2 bottles with 2 different SIZES of glitter), the orange, even black...all have good adhesion and so far, are plenty durable. Have not experienced any degradation of surface, despite the solvent (acetone) of the polish, since it dries so very quickly.
Cheap and easy.
BTW...Harbor Freight has a sweet little weighted holder with 2 articulating arms with alligator clips and a magnifying glass...less than $10, if I recall. Great helper for painting lures.
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