slumming in that boat house, huh? lol nice setup.
your supra graphics turned out sweet. but, am i seeing things?...no stripe on the port side?
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slumming in that boat house, huh? lol nice setup.
your supra graphics turned out sweet. but, am i seeing things?...no stripe on the port side?
Well, nothing got past the ole Salt!Quote:
Originally Posted by Salty87
Yeah, it's not much of a slum. I think she really likes her new berth.
Thanks for the kudos on the graphics, but you caught me, I haven't finished the port side yet. I have the wave, but no SUPRA or stripe. There was just not enough room in the basement to do it right, so I was waiting to get it out for the summer. But this weekend I had to get it to the lift and didn't have time to finish it. It'll happen when I get it back on the trailer.
Where did you get your graphics at? Me likes....
The graphics looks AWESOME!!!! Very nicely done Rob!
I have a file for the wave, and Supraaddict made the Supra font graphic. I purchased them from an online vinyl graphics shop along with the pin stripe.Quote:
Originally Posted by jasun
Thanks Will. I'm hoping you can come down for the Supra Reunion this summer and see her in person!Quote:
Originally Posted by wspeedin
Lol, yeah Rob, me too. I would like to get this baot running this year for many reasons!! Im close to getting her running. Just a few troubleshooting things to do.
Looks great Titan, that red really pops! Everytime I see mine in the shop I think....it used to be red.
Working on the trailer now. These photos aren't great, but you get a little idea of the condition of the trailer. It's not too bad overall, but there are some rust spots where they originally had moisture-holding carpet.
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/rusty_fender.jpg
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/rusty_front.jpg
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/rusty_back.jpg
Hey Rob, my trailer has diamond plating in those areas, not on top of the fender because mine is a single axle but that might be something to look at for your issue we discussed.
Yeah, I'm thinking about that, but I'm trying not to put $1,000 (mythical, made-up number) into this trailer rebuild. Diamond plating isn't cheap and it's not easy to cut with any tools that I currently own, so I'd have to pay someone to cut it all to size. Plus, my trailer/boat doesn't have any chrome and very little stainless anywhere. I'm also thinking about just welding some plate steel over the fenders and steps, and then putting some of that rubber/foam mat stuff that you can get in any color. Thoughts? Suggestions?Quote:
Originally Posted by Jetlink
I'd just buy new fenders. They are cheap and easy to paint and aluminum fenders will hold up a lot better.
I've got grip-tape on the tops of mine. Cheap, serves its purpose and will last a lot longer than hydroturf.
I'd just grind the surface rust off of everything. If it has a rust hole, it needs to be cut, patched, and repaired.
With those, I'd price out fenders. Everything else is surface rust and can be ground and painted.
HIJACK:
And damn your boat is looking great!!!!
If you get some time, please PM me all the information regarding your stripe, logo, and wave. Graphics files, who you used, etc, etc.
That is exactly what I need on my boat.
Im going to steal it too!Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
The stripes/graphics look fantastic. Got me second guessing staying nekked.
Aluminium diamond plate is cheap and easy to work with. Doesn't hold up like stainless but doesn't cost like stainless either. The old fenders on my VIP trailer were rusted, bent, and folded - not to mention an oddball size. Aluminum was the only thing I could find stock and still make fit (plus cheaper than steel). Just an option to consider...
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-l...rial+fit+2.jpg
I really like what you've done with that sybermike. Are those of the shelf parts or did you have them made?
Fenders were stock but had to tweak them just a tad to fit. Also had to fab a support out of tubing for the middle - aluminum was just too flimsy to use as a step between the tires. Step pads and winch guard cut out of sheet stock from Lowes with a fine tooth blade in radial arm saw then angle grinder to smooth the edges.
That's a great thought Mike. Thanks. I'm going to look into sourcing some aluminum diamond plating.
I ran into a great deal this week. I had been planning on sandblasting my trailer with my little sandblaster. I wasn't looking forward to 8 hours of sand and filth getting in every body crevice, but then I ran into a guy that is just starting an "eco friendly" mobile blasting service. He uses finely chopped glass and it's mixed with water. The end result is an extremely smooth blasting, and very little dust/flying debris. So it really made very little mess, and he gave me a great deal because this was his first job. I also got the trailer primed yesterday so I'm making progress.
Where are the pics man?
Yeah!!! Pics or it didn't happen!Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
Whew! Rough crowd! I really didn't take many pics because I was running pretty hard between finishing the trailer and the barn on the same day. This will at least give you an idea of what it looked like after the glass-blasting, and then after the primer.
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/sandblast.jpg
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/primered.jpg
Looks like great progress on the trailer. You'll have to update your sig pic once the graphics are on both sides:)
Motivation through brutality. :D I sure as hell wish I had a hookup for media blasting. It took me an entire day, from 6 am till about 9pm of grinding on my trailer to get all the old paint and rust off. I had black snot for days.Quote:
Originally Posted by TitanTn
Have you decided what paint to use? I've been real pleased with Implement paint (like they use on tractors). Hard as nails and very scratch resistant.
Yeah, I appreciate the motivation. I did think a lot about your trailer project as I've been working on this one. "Haugy did this in one weekend... keep pushing..." I did gain a lot by going the blasting route. But I do have a little more trailer repair to dig into before I can paint. I'm hoping to do the welding this week which include some mounts for guide poles. I made some progress this weekend in re-carpeting my bunks.Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
I do plan on using implement paint. I've just got to find a color I like. So far everything is closer to fire engine red than maroon/burgandy like my boat.
I'm at my wits end. I cannot find a red paint for the trailer. It's either too fire engine red, some version of mauve, or deep purple. Yuck. The red on my boat is actually some kind of maroon or burgundy, but I can't get anyone to match the color. I actually have a color mixed up now that is decent, but it's still obviously different (a little more red in it).
So, what was this trailer originally? It's been a faded red ever since I've owned it. Was it just straight red to begin with? How picky should I get with mixing a red?
I'm about at the point where I'm considering just painting it black. That might actually work with my wheel and carpet color (gray), but I'm not sure about the white boat with a red top. Any thoughts? Suggestions?
Here is a recent pic.
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/side_graphics.jpg
They were a true Burgandy, also known as wine. There are no burgandy paints? What type of paint are you looking for? And where have you gone to look?
How are you planning to apply it? HVLP? Rollon?
There are burgundy paints, but they're not the same. Too much purple. I've looked at several paint stores as I was trying to avoid the cost of automotive paint. Hardened, oil-based enamel should be great for this application. I'm using a HVLP gun.Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
Personally i think you can't go wrong with black. Have you considered a black top as well to tie it together?
Sherwin Williams store should be able to do a custom match in any kind of paint that you want.
Paint the boat? No, I'm just going to have to figure out the trailer color.Quote:
Originally Posted by 2500HD
Yeah, if I get this figured out I'm going to patent the formula. Jetlink is helping me by working through a contact to see if he can mix up something close. I like the idea of the off-white, and I hadn't considered that before. I'm actually putting diamond plate on the fenders and steps, so that's similar to the stainless you mentioned. I think that'd look sharp, and the off-white should be an easier match. If I can't figure out this red, I'll seriously consider that.Quote:
Originally Posted by ngavdba
I actually went to Sherwin Williams yesterday. The vinyl piece I brought for a color match was too small to scan (and it was the only thing I have), but after searching for a while we found a matching color chip. The issue is they can mix latex colors spot on, but when mixing enamel, the different color base throws off the final color. Maybe if I had an uber-experienced mixer, they could figure it out, but after several different stores, matching attempts, re-mixes, guesses, etc, it's not looking good.Quote:
Originally Posted by wotan2525
DO NOT PAINT THE BOAT. I think you misunderstood me. I was talking about a black bimini top.Quote:
Originally Posted by TitanTn
Yep. I misunderstood. When I said "red top" I meant that the top cap of the boat was red. My bimini also happens to be red.Quote:
Originally Posted by 2500HD
if you had a black tower then black would prob look good. not sure about white...search 'anniversary' and the most recent 10th anniversary link has pics of white trailer. hard to imagine your boat on it to see how it would look.
who is the trailer manu? can they help find the right burgundy?
It's all set and shipped, you should have it before lunch tomorrow! Let me know how it turns out!Quote:
Originally Posted by TitanTn
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/03/ygajy8uz.jpg
Thanks so much Ben. I told some friends tonight that I'm having my trailer paint shipped in from Chicago. They laugh. I don't. And I say "I'm serious. It's being overnighted as we speak..."
In the highly unlikely event that it does not work for Rob, I am sure you can ask nicely and he might give it to you...:lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by ngavdba
So what color is it?
I agree, white would be the best choice if you can't get a color matched burgandy.
The paint should be delivered before noon to TitanTN... FedEx says it should be there by 10:30AM actually but I am betting closer to noon. I'll let Titan show you all what the color is and how it turns out. I can't wait to see it myself though and this should be exciting!Quote:
Originally Posted by haugy
Well, with a few weather delays and a trip to the local FedEx warehouse, I finally got the paint. All I can say is that Jetlink and his buddy nailed the mix. If it doesn't look good, it's my fault for picking the wrong paint chip. My boat is at the lake, so I can't compare in person, but I think this is going to be it. I hope it is anyway, since I've painted the trailer!
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/trailer1.jpg
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/trailer2.jpg
http://unumemarketing.com/boat/trailer3.jpg
Obviously the pics aren't showing the real-life color, but this gives you an idea. Thanks again Ben. I was moments away from throwing in the towel. Come to the Supra Reunion this summer in Tennessee and you too can make friends like this.
That does look sharp!!! Hopefully it matches well and I get to see it in person this summer. I might see if my paint wizard wants to come see his work as well!
Hey that looks Awesome! Can't wait to see it at the reunion.