result spray on bed liner

[j_reagan]

i sanded scraped grinded etc my bed and sprayed rustolium spray on bed liner. it was cheap its textured and untill i find the time and money to apply a roll on liner it keeps the rust from coming back. oh and it looks better than rust.
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[bcost882]

no pics man

 

[j_reagan]

fixed?

 

[baxtej44]

so that is the rustoleum right? looks pretty smooth and nice.

what exactly did you use to grind/sand the paint and rust down? to clean/prep? any finishing coat?

 

[j_reagan]

yes its rustoleum i mostly used a wire wheel, a grinder or sand blaster would be better. i grind-ed maybe two or three times, then i used a air compressor to blow off the bed before and after i grind-ed then i just washed the bed with soap and water handrying before i sprayed. i taped off the top so i the liner continues on the top of the bed like a real liner would. i used duplicolor first then tried rustoleum i though the rustoleum gave a thicker more textured coat so i stuck with it. it is just meant to keep rust off and improve the look of the truck until i can afford to buy a role on liner ill give a write up when i do that. its been a while since i did this. so far its held up well. parts have chipped off (where i applied the duplicolor) but over all Ive been surprised at the durability and grip of this stuff. ive had dirt bikes random trash from dumping trash from construction sites, endless 5 gallon jugs of paint being thrown in and sliding around. this cheap liner has held up. i think a coat of primer might have been a good idea before i sprayed the liner but like i said ive been pleased with the longevity of this stuff.

 

[strvger]

you might have been happier with the Herculiner. i've used all 3 and it has been the best for DIY applications... imho.

 

[j_reagan]

i agree but 14 bucks to make the bed look better vs $100 for a permanent solution isnt much of a comparison when you have only 20 bucks to your name makes the choice kind of non-existent but i will be rolling on herculiner when i get the money. tough times....yeah

 

[Ranger Sport Honduras]

looks good
it will protect the bed until u get a better one
its better than watchin the bed rust imo

 

[strvger]

don't remember it has been so long ago, but do they recommend painting over it to prevent/delay UV deterioration?

 

[j_reagan]

not sure about that. but i was going to give it another quick brushing and spray another coat on. im holding out for the herculiner though