W-409 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I just bought a bottle of Alclad Chrome and I need some ideas how should I use it. I've seen many threads about this stuff, and I've read them, but I'd like to get simple and easy descriptions or tutorials about this stuff so that everyone could understand how it works. I know it needs a good paint job of Gloss Black for a base. I have Humbrol Gloss Black, that should have no problem. The question is, do you polish the Gloss Black paint job before you spray Alclad? Someone said that he sprays a clear coat before Alclad...Is this a good idea? And if it is, what clear coat should I use so that neither, Alclad nor the black paint would react with it? Alclad should be airbrushed as very thin and light coats, I guess? Someone said Alclad should be sprayed in an angle. If I spray it straight on, it would not work. That is the case? How many coats should I spray? I can't remember who said what as I read lots of information (Lots of Different information). Of course all other important things would be great to hear. I'll practice with AirFix 1/32 Escort bumbers, as I don't want to practice with '60 Plymouth Fury or '61 Phoenix bumbers.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 (edited) My process is simple. Primer and sand as usual. Apply gloss enamel. I usually don't have to polish because enamel goes on pretty smooth - small dust particles (why I don't use enamel for anything else) or any other inconsistencies should be dealt with. Spray Alclad at 12 psi - light coats until you get the look you want. I haven't noticed a difference spraying at an angle or straight - and, truth is, most parts like bumpers, etc. the paint hits at all angles anyway... After a few hours or a day, I use a very soft cloth and lightly buff to remove any excess or overspray. You can be finished and admire...or... Alclad is somewhat delicate - can be handled to a degree, but will wear thin if handled too much. I recently painted some engine parts and, once dry, dipped them in Future to protect the finish. Didn't seem to dull it at all. Your black base coat is really the most important part. Edited February 8, 2014 by Erik Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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