Question for thining rapco paints

[bonedoc]

Quick question. I received my Rapco paints just a few days ago and plan to start spraying in the next couple days. The Rapco site calls for Xylene to thin the paint. My local hardware store has Xylol which has Xylene in it. Will this work or should I get straight Xylene. I called Rapco and the woman I spoke to just said that Xylene is what they call for I'd stick with that. My hardware store and what I've found on google says that the 2 or basically the same thing. Anyone with experience know the difference...if there is one?

 

[Recovry4x4]

Different environments require different thinners. I was instructed to use mineral spirits here in FL where the heat and humidity is high. The spirits keeps the wet edge wet a little longer to get that next pass on. I've done 3 trucks using the Gillespie and spirits with nice results.

 

[bonedoc]

Thanks...I'm a little lost as to which is better when. I'm trying to find out that info. Up here in the northeast it can be hot and humid but not to Florida's standards I'm sure.

 

[bonedoc]

Okay guys...think I got my answer. Found it on the sunnyside website.

Is Xylol the same as Xylene?
Yes, xylene is the chemical name for Xylol.


[h=1]What Is the Difference between Xylene and Xylol?[/h]
[h=2]Answer[/h]There is no difference between Xylene and Xylol. Xylene is the brand-name of the chemical xylol. Both are petrochemical solvents and chemically identical.





Thanks for the info everyone.

 

[jasonjc]

Different environments require different thinners. I was instructed to use mineral spirits here in FL where the heat and humidity is high. The spirits keeps the wet edge wet a little longer to get that next pass on. I've done 3 trucks using the Gillespie and spirits with nice results.

I've always used mineral spirits also.

OPPS now that I see BILL W's post, I'm thinking it was naptha that I used.

 

[Hitman]

just call mark up and ask him he will tell you the best way to use it

 

[Bill W]

In my experience Mineral spirits is a slow dry,Naptha is a medium dry and Xylene has a faster dry time. If I was shooting outside in the sun then I would use Mineral spirits but thats just my opinion, either way you really can't screw up Gillespie paint, it is the most forgiving paint you'll ever shoot

 

[two.fiveM35]

Ok, I know this has been asked 1000 time, what is the ratio paint to thinner that you guys are using, or does it depend on the application device ?

 

[Warthog]

Straight from Rapco's webpage
http://www.rapcoparts.com/manuals.html


PAINT THINNING RECOMMENDATION

Thinning ratio for paint & primer is 4 parts paint or primer & 1 part thinner. Most of our customers prefer XYLENE. If you have a Gallon of paint or primer that has set for some time, you will need to scrape the bottom of the can and put it on an agitator for a minimum of 10 minutes to ensure the proper quality. XYLENE can be purchased at your local hardware store.

 

[Ray70]

Bill W has it right. Paint thinner and mineral spirits for hot temps, Naptha for medium temps. Xylene for cool temps and you can use acetone for the fastest drying in cold temps. Thin it 10% up to 25% depending on your equipment. If you have painted with other automotive paints, this stuff will spray a little bit different. Don't worry too much about getting it smooth right out of the gun, it will slowly flow out a minute after you shoot it. If you try getting it to flow nice right off the gun you will end up going too heavy and get runs due to the relatively slow flash time compared to automotive paints. If you're spraying outside in hot temps the spray characteristics will change a bit. I usually spray indoors at 60-75 degrees depending on the season and have very little experience spraying out in the sun, so runs may not be an issue for you.

 

[1958 M274]

I've had had good luck with Gillespie mixing 25% mineral spirits, 75% paint. Depending on temperature and how it flows I usually spray at 30-40 psi out of a Binks one quart siphon type paint gun.

 

[diluted]

Anyone had issues with Rapco not responding to emails? I ordered 2 cases of spray paint from them on August 30th and haven't heard anything back or had an order status update.

 

[Prospector GM]

Anyone had issues with Rapco not responding to emails? I ordered 2 cases of spray paint from them on August 30th and haven't heard anything back or had an order status update.

I just called Rapco Sep. 4th and talked to a lady and ordered 4 gallons, it will be here Monday.

 

[diluted]

I just called Rapco Sep. 4th and talked to a lady and ordered 4 gallons, it will be here Monday.

Guess I'll give them a ring on Monday and see whats going on

 

[B3.3T]

I have used both spirits and Xylene on over 20 vehicles with equally good results. The biggest trick to doing a good job is to relax and take your time. Do your prep, make certain everything is clean and primed if bare metal. Good quality metal primer is essential.

 

[ckinger]

I just received an order from RAPCO on Aug. 25. It was ordered on Aug.17. I cant say I've ever had any issues with them. Give it a couple of days. My previous order took about two weeks or so, but I got it with out any problems.

 

[Hitman]

mark has been busy he was the only on at work. Apirl broke her leg and 2 of the guys have not been showing up for work. just hang in there and he will get it out.he has his mom coming in to help out on the phone.