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Plasti-kote 217 black wrinkle finish spray paint 6 cans
Plasti-Kote 217 Wrinkle Paint, Black Wrinkle Paint Features:
Provides a Black Textured Finish.
Perfect for Car Engine enamel , Air Cleaners and Valve Covers , 16mm Motion Picture Film cameras, 35mm Motion picture film cameras, etc
Aluminum (prime first with #470 Etching Primer)
Metal/Iron/Steel (apply anti-rust primer first)
Use only in a well ventilated area.
Use on a clean, dry surface.
Paint when the temperature is between 60 F - 80 F (16 C - 27 C).
Recommended Primer - Plasti-Kote Anti-Rust Primer (#393 Black).
Apply a uniform heavy coat. Wait 10 minutes before applying a second uniform coat. Again, wait 10 minutes and apply a third uniform coat.
HELPFUL HINT - Increasing heat with use of hairdryer will insure proper wrinkling. If wrinkle does not appear after two hours, it may be due to:
A) 3 spray coats were not heavy enough.
B) Waiting time between coats was too long.
C) Can was held too far away from the surface.
D) Paint was applied unevenly, resulting in thin spots.
* Manufacturer and Model: Plasti-Kote 217
* Color: Black Wrinkle Paint
I tried a few brands before settling on Plasti-kote Wrinkle Finish #217 black. The others resulted in a variety of textured finishes, but not like the true original wrinkle finish of the old cameras , fans (and other appliances) of this period. Hard to find in stores anywhere.
It is recommended to either first paint a test piece of metal, or be prepared to refinish your fan part at least once. I did it the latter way, and I recommend the former. It takes practice to get it right, and when you do the finish is amazing.
The instructions on the can call for three thick coats or the wrinkle effect will not occur. This is obviously a subjective measure, because on my successful try, I used what I would call two medium-to-light coats, and that was plenty.
Heat is important for success. Heat the part to be painted until it is hot to the touch, and keep it heated for at least a few hours after painting. An oven is good or even heat gun.
