How to Paint an RC Car Body

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Poor Boys RC

Poor Boys RC

3 жыл бұрын

This is a bit of a long one, I go into more detail to help explain some of the tips and best practices involved in putting together a decent paint job.
Remember, this tutorial is for Lexan, or Polycarbonate bodies. ABS and other hard plastic shells are a little different, although many of the processes overlap, there are still some variants. I'll put together an ABS body paint series soon!
If you haven't watched it already, be sure to watch my video on how to PREP a body for paint, as there's tons of essential info there to ensure you have great success with your new rig!
• How To Prep a Lexan Bo...

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@derricksazrc3411
@derricksazrc3411 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I watched this video before painting my Konghead body. Thank You for all your valuable tips.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Oh no! We're there issues with the Konhead paint job? Hope the video helped you out! 🤙
@meademorgan6614
@meademorgan6614 3 жыл бұрын
The way you pronounced,decals. Made me a bit confused, then I burst out laughing.😂😂🤣🤪🤣🤣
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha too funny! Dee-cals, lol! That makes me laugh. In BC we call them decals (deckle) and back in Ontario everyone called them dee-cals. Funny stuff! 🤣
@liamwilliams7782
@liamwilliams7782 8 ай бұрын
This is brilliant once you done the bumpers you should of sprayed it back in silver loving the video though helped me a lot dude thank you very much for all your rc content ❤❤
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 8 ай бұрын
Awesome, man. Glad the videos are informative and helpful! 👊🏼
@M3ltd0Vvn
@M3ltd0Vvn 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your time. I bought a Gen8 PACK and I am close to body and paint. This will be the first time ever for me.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Wicked, have fun with the build! 👊
@terryliddicoat1574
@terryliddicoat1574 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome paint job!! Orange looks great:)
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy! Now it's your turn to get one! 😆😆😆
@jeffsrcchannel2191
@jeffsrcchannel2191 2 жыл бұрын
I really liked the bronze colour before you peeled :)
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure Tamiya makes a bronze in their PS line... hmm... 🤔
@jeffsrcchannel2191
@jeffsrcchannel2191 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc :)
@Paul__FC
@Paul__FC 2 жыл бұрын
Harley-Davidson edition Pumpkin.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Haha you got it! 😎
@janow006
@janow006 Жыл бұрын
That reminds me of my dad‘s truck from late 80s early 90s
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
That's when these trucks were in their prime!
@craigbeckwith258
@craigbeckwith258 2 жыл бұрын
Nice looks nice I'm going to tryout some painting but I thought it would be hard but you make it look easy
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
It's not as hard as you might think, just take your time, use light coats and ensure your body is clean, clean, clean!
@erkutyorgancioglu4623
@erkutyorgancioglu4623 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir for your realy good tips,you make the job so much easier,so many other guys go to far in depth,nice to see you just keep it nice and simple for us dumb asses 😀
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, too funny! Glad you like the video, hopefully it helped you with your paint job! 🤙
@jacksmith3097
@jacksmith3097 Жыл бұрын
Very nice job, and thanks for the tips. I'm planning on doing a "Death Proof" theme paint job on my Kraken 5b. If I use Matt Black for paint, will the shinny outside take away the Matt Black look?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
Oh man, that'll be sweet! Send me pics when it's ready! poorboysrcchristmas@gmail.com And yes, if you paint the inside of the lexan body, the black will appear shiny. You could paint the outside to achieve the matte look you're after, but that's only good until the first roll-over.
@wescat2
@wescat2 2 жыл бұрын
This is by far the best RC paint tutorial on KZfaq. My only question did you use 1 can of orange an one can of silver to back? This is the exact combo I've been looking to do. My body is almost exactly the same size.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the wicked comment! 👊 You're right, I only needed one can of each. Those small cans can go a surprisingly far way! Good luck with your paint job and thanks for watching!
@bigwhop136
@bigwhop136 8 ай бұрын
Another awesome tutorial! That paint job came out AMAZING! Question do you prefer silver backing over white? If you were to do a all red car wich backing would you use? Also does it matter if you make your body post holes before or after the paint job?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 8 ай бұрын
Thanks bro! Backing color will change for me, depending on the primary color. On a solid color (no pearl or flakes in it), I'll use white as a backing color. But if my primary color is very metallic, or high pearl, or really bright and needs more pop, then I might back it with silver. And for the body post holes, I prefer to drill them before I paint. I find it easier to line them up and make them perfect when the body is still clear. 👊🏼🍻
@tasmaruffneck
@tasmaruffneck Жыл бұрын
Very good tutorial! Any idea what material a RedCat Gen7 Pro body would be made of? Polycarbonate? Or the other you mentioned? I’ve searched their website but can’t find any info on it. Thanks!
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Im 90% sure those Redcat bodies are made of Polycarbonate. I've never owned one, but looking at pics, they look to be pretty thin and inexpensive, consistent with polycarbonate. 🍻
@hadynmcloughlin4661
@hadynmcloughlin4661 2 жыл бұрын
Quick question from a beginner to the hobby, would you paint a bumper in black FIRST before applying the rest of the main colour being 'white'? If I do black second I run the risk on over spraying into the main colour white?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Rule of thumb is to paint your dark colors first, I think that's especially important with a white main color. 👊
@windsurfer3329
@windsurfer3329 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I probably missed it, but why did you go over the orange with silver?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
The silver backing will make the orange pop considerably more than if it wasn't there. 🍻
@derekr1854
@derekr1854 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice. I'm gonna paint a 1979 chevy PS-92 orange
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Nice, you're going to love the colour! 👊
@derekr1854
@derekr1854 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc I'll probably do a video on the build
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
@@derekr1854 sweet, I'd love to see it when it's ready. Also digging your profile pic, is that a '94? I've got a '94 Firebird, jist had the motor and trans rebuilt, getting them installed this week.
@derekr1854
@derekr1854 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc 1998 Z28 camaro. I'm gonna try to make a video on building my car. I have a forged 408 waiting to get put in and turbo.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
@@derekr1854 eight on man, would love to see it! I'm going 383 stroker, N/A with a lumpy cam, tune and long tubes. I was thinking of making a video of it, if I do I'll let ya know and I'll post it on my personal YT channel. 👊
@MarioSilva-zv9yv
@MarioSilva-zv9yv 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent series of videos! How many spray cans do you suggest to paint an X-Maxx body. The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon to be exact.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting, Mario. I very never painted a body that big before, I would think two cans of your primary color would suffice for the majority of the job. Any second or third colors you add, just one can will be plenty. 👊
@MarioSilva-zv9yv
@MarioSilva-zv9yv 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc Thanks for the quick reply! I’ll get two to be safe. 👊🏽
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
@@MarioSilva-zv9yv any time! Have fun painting! 🤙
@garykee1
@garykee1 5 ай бұрын
hey bud! just catching up on some of your previous videos. was wondering why you reamed out the body holes after painting when some others suggested to line up the body to the body posts to make sure correct alignment and ream them out before paint especially when it comes to aftermarket bodies that are out there and some bodies that are included in kits well..let's just say that it's hit and miss at times depending on the kit involved. cheers and stay excellent! i watched both of your videos on how to prep and paint so i'm waiting for better weather to paint my Fiat 131 kit. same one that you have since i can't paint inside due to allergies.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 5 ай бұрын
Hey pal, I don't really have a good reason as to why I'd ream out the body post holes afterwards. Sometimes if a body doesn't have protective overspray film on it, I'll ream the holes after paint. I was probably just feeling over-confident that day. One too many IPA's before filming, lol! Have fun with the Fiat! Did you get the special blue paint for it?
@garykee1
@garykee1 5 ай бұрын
@@poorboysrc nope..didn't find it, but i'm doing a little something different with the paint sceme. just like everyone else does when box art doesn't go according to plan. cheers bud and thanks for replying! see you in the next one.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 5 ай бұрын
@@garykee1 you betcha pal, have a great weekend! 👍🏻
@MeeeemeLord
@MeeeemeLord 3 жыл бұрын
Good informative video. Subbed. What tape do you recommend for doing curves?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Tamiya masking tape for curves is the best. It comes in a variety of widths, all the way down to 1mm. Most hobby stores carry it, and if they don't have it, Amazon does. 🤙
@MeeeemeLord
@MeeeemeLord 3 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc that's great. Thanks for the response.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
@@MeeeemeLord any time pal, thanks for the sub! 👊🤙
@Robbie-Robb
@Robbie-Robb Жыл бұрын
How do you choose a color to brighten the other or is it always that color silver???
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
Generally speaking, silver and white work well to back a color with to give it more pop! 🍻
@domstarkey7279
@domstarkey7279 2 жыл бұрын
Ive painted quite a few bodies never had issues with automotive paint ive once in a while if it took a really hard hit or bend might lose a little but nothing ever major I agree they probably are not as flexible because that's where i have had problems but usually there more damage than jus paint
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it seems to work pretty good, lots of cour options too!
@ManuelCastillo-kq3xy
@ManuelCastillo-kq3xy Жыл бұрын
Hi. Excelent tutorial. But a litle question: where buy this car body?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
Thanks Manuel. This particular body is no longer available. You'll have to go to www.teambluegroove.com to get one now. www.mciracing.ca for your decal needs too!
@chucksmith155
@chucksmith155 2 жыл бұрын
I see you are using the tamiya tape but what size is the automotive tape you used nice paint job buddy
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure it was 1/2" standard automotive tape. It's been a while, my memory isn't what it once was, lol! Thanks for watching!👊
@Robbie-Robb
@Robbie-Robb Жыл бұрын
Who makes the window tape? I think I heard you say Parmour?? Where can they be purchased(both answers might be the same).
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
The body was made by Parma, it's long since been discontinued although you might be able to fond inventory online. TBG (Team Blue Groove) sells reproduction bodies too! MCI Racong makes the window decals.
@Blimpus
@Blimpus 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome job! do you have a link to that body? I need it!
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks pal! Unfortunately I can't find it available anywhere at the moment. I bought it from my local hobby store, believe it or not! It's a bit of a rare gem these days. If you can't find one online, check TBG, I bet they sell them. 👊
@Blimpus
@Blimpus 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc Ok, thanks, sure is awesome!
@juancantu930
@juancantu930 Жыл бұрын
Planning to paint a 59 Impala red with white top on roof and trunk. In what order should I paint?…
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
Paint the red first (mask off the white areas), then when done with the red, remove the masking and spray the whole inner white. The white will make the red pop, just make sure you lay down several good coats of red, it's a pretty transparent colour, so many (light) coats are needed for coverage. 🍻
@Sussydudeb2
@Sussydudeb2 Жыл бұрын
Question? Should I clean the in and out side of the body or just the inside?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
Just the inside. The outside should come with a plastic film on it to protect it from overspray. Remove the film when done painting. 🍻
@DustyFingersRC
@DustyFingersRC 3 жыл бұрын
Backing a colour is great. Sometimes I have had issues of the two colours reacting though which can be sole destroying. Have you ever had that happen?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Luckily that's never happened to me! I find as long as I hit the paint with the hair dryer (or plenty of hot sun) and use lots of thin coats im in the probkem-free zone! ...Or maybe I'm just really lucky!?!? Lol! Thanks for watching, friend! 🤙
@DustyFingersRC
@DustyFingersRC 3 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc you definitely choose the right colours for this Pumpkin. HNY to you and yours. Look forward to more videos.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
@@DustyFingersRC thanks DustyFingers! All the best, bro!
@davidconaway2830
@davidconaway2830 5 ай бұрын
Total noob here......does the oil from your fingers contaminate the surface when applying the masking tape? Should I be recleaning the inside after masking and before paint? Thanks!
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 5 ай бұрын
Good question! Yes, the oil from your fingers can affect adhesion, so if you've done a lot of masking, and touched the inside of the body a lot, I'd recommend wiping the inside down with a lint free cloth and some isopropyl alcohol. 👊🏼
@davidconaway2830
@davidconaway2830 5 ай бұрын
@@poorboysrc thank you!
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 5 ай бұрын
@@davidconaway2830 any time!
@harlyquin
@harlyquin 3 жыл бұрын
8:57 if i can ill make a piece of tape that fits there to avoid using a blade or use the blade as light as possible on the body because a score like that will end up being a crack after a crash
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
You got it!
@johnseiler6884
@johnseiler6884 2 жыл бұрын
HOW Long do you wait between coats....will tape come off it left on for a few days
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Wait time really depends on the weather. Ideally, on a nice hot day painting outside in the sun I'd wait 5-10 minutes using VERY thin coats. I would not leave the masking tape a few days for fear of peeling the paint off. Next day is ideal! 🍻
@johnseiler6884
@johnseiler6884 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc THank you first paint job anyother hints....just wash with soap and water
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
@@johnseiler6884 just watch the video pal, all my best tips are in there! Wash, wash, wash again!!!
@htomid
@htomid 2 жыл бұрын
I brought Tamiya AS-9 for my rc shell as It’s the colour I want. Then watched this and realised i need PS 🤦🏻‍♂️ Will the AS hold well if I put a coat of PS-55 clear on first and then I’m going to shoe goo the shell afterwards? Annoying as I’ve already brought the paint and I can’t find a a replacement khaki green in polycarbonate paint anywhere. I’d admit my rookie mistake and take the loss on the paint if I could find a decent Khaki colour
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
That's a typical mistake (we've all done it, myself included!) and you've got an interesting solution... Theoretically you're right, if you spray the PS clear first then the AS next, the AS should hold. I've never done this before, but in theory, I don't see why it wouldn't work. 👊
@htomid
@htomid 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc I’m going to risk it. I’m thinking 1/2 to 3/4 of a can of PS-55 , then apply AS-9, then remaining can of clear to sandwich the AS. Finally I’ll shoo goo anyway. It’s either try it or bin the AS paint and go for a completely different colour, which I don’t want to do.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
@@htomid I think you'll be good to go! Just use thin coats so the paints don't fight eachother and you should be golden. The shoe goo will be an added touch that should ensure everything stays together.
@htomid
@htomid 2 жыл бұрын
@@poorboysrc thanks for your reply and advise. Fingers crossed it holds up.
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
@@htomid any time pal, let me know how it goes!
@ainuddinfadzil5402
@ainuddinfadzil5402 2 жыл бұрын
If I want to do black colour on the bed I need to cover it with tape?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, always mask off the rest of the car when you're painting the bed.
@craigknauss9250
@craigknauss9250 Жыл бұрын
Where do u get that body from just recently purchased a lunchbox body
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
I found it at my local hobby shop, actually! I was lucky, there aren't many around. If you're in the market for one, check out team blue groove, they make great repro bodies. 👊
@craigknauss9250
@craigknauss9250 Жыл бұрын
I got a lunchbox body on the way
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc Жыл бұрын
@@craigknauss9250 good stuff man! Enjoy! 👊
@Rc-Adventurers
@Rc-Adventurers 2 жыл бұрын
What color orange?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
I don't recall off the top of my head, but it's mentioned in the video, just scroll back through and you'll see. 👊
@rajinair1958
@rajinair1958 2 жыл бұрын
i need a body for my super champ
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 2 жыл бұрын
Check out Team Blue Groove!
@rcscalecrawler38
@rcscalecrawler38 3 жыл бұрын
Bonjour, belle couleur, c'est tamiya PS61 ? Merci
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
Bonjour, oui c'est PS61. (Je ne parle francais bon) 🤣
@rcscalecrawler38
@rcscalecrawler38 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very nice color, great video 👍
@rcscalecrawler38
@rcscalecrawler38 3 жыл бұрын
it is better to support with money or with white? What a difference ?
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 3 жыл бұрын
@@rcscalecrawler38 j'ai soutenu avec ps 12 pour maximiser les métaux et faire ressortir l'orange
@rcscalecrawler38
@rcscalecrawler38 3 жыл бұрын
I want to paint my body in orange with the white roof, can I support with white?
@craigknauss9250
@craigknauss9250 Жыл бұрын
U get your decals yet
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 11 ай бұрын
Hey Craig, decals should be here in a week or two. Shoot me an email at poorboysrc78@gmail.com with your address, and I'll get some sent over to you. 👊🏼
@FACTORY-fp3kb
@FACTORY-fp3kb 7 ай бұрын
私は日本人です。そのフォードf100のボディーはどこのメーカーのものですか?。すごくしりたいです。
@poorboysrc
@poorboysrc 7 ай бұрын
Tamiya made the original, but this one was from Parma (now discontinued).
@FACTORY-fp3kb
@FACTORY-fp3kb 7 ай бұрын
@@poorboysrc ありがとう。
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