F 250 2WD Pickup V8-6.9L DSL (1985)
4.
If the contour of the body side has a break line, or if an arbitrary line is chosen, mask off the upper coating margin using Scotch "Fine Line" tape.
This is available nationally from 3M Company Distributors.
a.
Apply the normal masking tape and paper protection for the vehicle body side first. Position them about a 1/4" above the margin line.
b.
Apply the "Fine Line" tape over the regular masking tape with the lower edge at the upper coating margin line.
c.
Extend this "Fine Line" tape into the wheel opening, in absence of wheel opening mouldings, to allow the flange to be coated.
d.
Since the protective coating does not adhere well to flexible plastic stone shields, mask off the front of the plastic rear stone shield, if
exposed.
NOTE: IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO MASK OFF THE BODY DOOR OPENINGS IN THE COATING AREA BECAUSE THEY WILL BE
UNIFORMLY COATED WHERE THE DOOR MARGINS ALLOW THE COATING TO ENTER. HOWEVER, THESE DOOR OPENING
AREAS SHOULD BE CLEANED TO ASSURE COATING ADHERENCE.
Coating Preparation - Sheet Metal
REPAIRED SHEET METAL
1.
Using a clean lint-free cloth, solvent wipe the area to be coated with a silicone and wax remover and allow to flash off.
2.
Scuff sand (# 180 Grit Paper) the glossy surface of the painted areas to be coated.
3.
Remove sanding dust using a lint-free tack cloth and compressed air.
NEW SHEET METAL
1.
Using a clean lint-free cloth, solvent wipe the area to be coated with a silicone and wax remover and allow to flash off.
2.
Scuff sand (# 180 Grit Paper) the prime paint in the area to be coated.
3.
Remove sanding dust using a lint-free tack cloth and compressed air.
INITIAL INSTALLATION
1.
Using a clean lint-free cloth, solvent wipe the area to be coated with a silicone and wax remover.
2.
Sand the glossy surface of the paint in the coating area. (A D/A sander, 220/240 Grit Disc does a good fast job.)
CAUTION:
DO NOT SAND THROUGH THE COLOR COAT INTO THE PRIMER.
3.
Remove sanding dust using a lint-free tack cloth and compressed air.
Coating Application
Coating applications must be applied with care.
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The coating must be applied with commercial equipment by an experienced automotive painter.
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The coating must be thoroughly agitated and used without thinning.
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Since the material is reasonably heavy-bodied, a pressure cup equipped spray gun is recommended.
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Satisfactory coating appearance (orange peel) will result with gun pressure of approximately 30 P.S.I. and cup pressures of approximately 15 P.S.I.
Spray Procedure
Since the lower exposed painted fender, rocker and quarter panel down flanges are to be coated, the vehicle should be elevated high enough so that the
painter can spray this area effectively. When an initial installation is to be made, a remote, two-quart capacity pressure cup makes a much more efficient
tool because the spray gun can be used closer to the floor.
The spray gun, fluid hose and cup must be cleaned immediately after use. While lacquer thinner may be used when the suggested clean up material is
unavailable, the Ford Vinyl Paint Precleaner (VC-542-A) is quicker and much more efficient.
With the spray gun at 30 P.S.I. and pressure feed cup at 15 P.S.I. proceed as follows:
