Quick Tip: Do's & Don'ts of Using Aluma-Hyde II

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Brownells Gun Tech™ Caleb calls it "the most durable spray-on finish you can get in a rattle can." Brownells Aluma-Hyde® II is definitely one of the most economical ways to get a tough, good-looking, long-lasting gun finish. Aluma-Hyde II comes in a traditional spray can, but unlike "rattle can" paints you get at the hardware store like Krylon® and Rust-Oleum®, it requires some special handling to get the best-possible results. Caleb has some tips for us.
DO shake Aluma-Hyde really, REALLY well before spraying. You want the solvents and pigments thoroughly and completely blended. If they aren't, you'll get a streaky, inconsistent finish. When you think you're done shaking the can - shake it MORE!
DON'T spray your work piece from too far away. If the Aluma-Hyde is landing on the work piece with a rough, grainy finish, it is partially drying before it hits the surface. Hold can closer as you spray. You want the whole surface to be wet and shiny, but not so wet it drips!
DO start the stream of spray off the work piece and move the spray across it in a smooth, non-stop motion, going past the work piece before you turn off the spray. Repeat that process to cover the work piece.
DON'T change the spray direction while the spray is hitting the work piece. You'll get too much Aluma-Hyde on that spot and end up with an uneven finish and/or unsightly drips.
DO use a cleanout nozzle when you're done, if the can is not empty. Inside, a pickup tube runs from the nozzle to the bottom of the can. If you don't clean it out after spraying, the Aluma-Hyde in the tube will harden. The next time you go to spray from that can, it'll be clogged and no Aluma-Hyde will come out. Get a Clean Out Nozzle (we sell them on our website), swap it on the can for the original nozzle, and spray a bit. This will clean out the pickup tube. The cleanout nozzles are reusable.
DO turn the can upside down and spray until Aluma-Hyde stops coming out. This is good to do on ALL rattle-can spray finishes and paints.
BONUS TIP: It's called "ALUMA-Hyde" and it works great on aluminum, like AR-15 receivers. But it works just as well on ANY metal.
Hang on! A complete "How To Apply Spray-On Finishes To Your Gun" video series is coming.

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@mikebillman8089 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a clean out nozzle should be included with every can.

@ratagris21 Жыл бұрын

Just wipe it off with acetone after each application.

@mikebillman8089 Жыл бұрын

@@ratagris21 You obviously didn't listen to what he was saying about the clogging issue.

@ratagris21 Жыл бұрын

@@mikebillman8089 I've used the product before. I've clean the nozzle as directed as well as using acetone. Obviously you didn't know that did you?

@TheRKFord Жыл бұрын

@@ratagris21 the solids in the pickup tube are too big to pass through the standard nozzle no matter how much acetone you have. It’s like a watermelon trying to pass through a straw. It’s just going to clog your standard spray nozzle unless you use a clean out nozzle.

@mikebillman8089 Жыл бұрын

@ratagris21 And yet again you've still not watched to see what he was talking about. It hasn't anything to do with the nozzle clogging. The issue was the tube clogging.

@scrubadiver Жыл бұрын

Can't go to work today. Too drunk, I watched a Brownells video and followed instructions.

@Shoots-A-Stick79 Жыл бұрын

My dad showed me this trick when I was a kid back in the 60s. To this day, I still practice it. Also, before spraying, check the spray pattern on a piece of paper or cardboard.

@jeremyb251 Жыл бұрын

I painted a 10.5” 300 Blackout with the FDE 3 or 4 years ago. It still looks great. Important to prep the pieces well. I washed and degreased them and followed the directions and it looks perfect.

@NoWr2Run Жыл бұрын

PREP. IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART IN PAINTING.

@jonathanrogers9961 Жыл бұрын

@@NoWr2Run "Paint and glue are only as good as what as what they are stuck to" my dad when I was 10 learning to use a rattle can.

@NoWr2Run Жыл бұрын

@@jonathanrogers9961 Your Dad is VERY SMART & 1,000% RIGHT.

@the_bishop Жыл бұрын

I feel like there should be a spiderman meme here.

@jeremyb251 Жыл бұрын

@@the_bishop there is only 1 Bishop, young grasshopper.

@12345678971926 3 ай бұрын

This is the most important video before you start painting good video

@charlesgarner9539 Жыл бұрын

The man is correct "READ THE CAN". How I use the coating: I sit the can in "hot water", 15 - 20 mins. I then shake and shake and shake and shake some more, between the warm coating and alot of shaking the product is ready to spray. The parts are washed in lacquer thinner, then glass beaded , then washed again in lacque thinner . Once the parts are clean use clean latex gloves to handle the parts. Hang the parts to coat and coat all surfaces at the same time. Let them hang for several days before you handle them. This is the way I do it and it works everytime!

@janeblogs324 Жыл бұрын

Where the heck did you even find lacquer? They haven't made it in 30 years

@JadedGLORY2689 9 ай бұрын

Aluma-Hyde II Top 5 Rules to Abide!!! 1.) Never ever nozzle anything you do not wish to spray. 2.) Make sure you know what's beyond your painting surface. 3.) Never leave a nozzle armed with paint. Always clear the nozzle before storing. 4.) Practice your shake technique and your dry spraying with an empty can. 5.) Paint straws can be purchased to control the spray but there is a 2 week waiting period.

@project86xero Жыл бұрын

I learned that upside-down trick in art college... it's true, and a must for any spray paint your only partially using on one session.

@thereloadingcraft Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the spray on coatings series!

@flea-kh7om Жыл бұрын

I have been using Aluma-Hyde ever since it came out. I found it to be much better than anything out there. Being an epoxy based paint it cuts down on the problems with rust really well. You must clean the surface extra well. As you hang the peace your painting make sure you check the very bottom ends of your work. Old paint, rust and crud will collect at the bottom, so respray your work with cleaner, I use at least twice . The last thing I spray the surface with is alcohol at lease 87% why because anything less contains water. Just like when using it to clean a rifle barrel always use 87% or better. I also depending on the surface, heat my work. Painting AR's I preheat my oven to 250 for 15 minutes and the metal for 30 minutes then I hang it over night. I use it on steal 1911's first I clean them extra good then paint than place it in a preheated oven at 300 degree's for 30 minutes. My Springfield Armory TRP pistol is stainless steal. I painted it Black Aluma_ Hyde II over 10 years ago, thus far I've drawn it from a kydex holster over 1K's time and twice that much from my leather holster. So far no wear at all and the same kinda use with my AR's. Can't say enough about Aluma- Hyde II. Y'all take, flea

@cinemoriahFPV Жыл бұрын

87% contains 13% water...

@Tillerman4 Ай бұрын

Want to paint an old Remington shotgun barrel. Still has original blueing on it. Does this need to be removed for better adhesion of the alums-hyde .????

@hobbyking5364 Жыл бұрын

This is a great product, I did buy additional spray and cleanout nozzles, that made a huge difference.

@ElsinoreRacer Жыл бұрын

How I used a lot of Aluma-Hyde with zero problems: - Soap (Dawn) & water clean the items. Paper towel dry. Then shoot till wet with brake cleaner, air dry. - Shake can until sore. - Shoot as above. Invert can and clear, as above. - Pull the nozzle off and stick it on the brake cleaner can and shoot & wipe clean a couple of times. - Wait 24 hours, then three hours at 195F in the oven. Does NOT smell, wife certified. Perfect bond, no nozzle issues ever. Much happiness. And yes, Dark Earth is the real FDE. Total coincidence: I saw this video three minutes after putting a gas tube and bolt catch in the oven.

@DiMeNsloNs1 Жыл бұрын

I have had good results with higher temps for shorter periods. 220- 250 for a few hours. Pressure ?

@fvargas9026 Жыл бұрын

Thx for the tip flannel daddy

@johnadams673 Жыл бұрын

@Ben C you sound confused, some people have 2 dads

@MAGAMAN Жыл бұрын

@@johnadams673 Nobody has two dads. Nobody!

@silentbigsteve3429 Жыл бұрын

Mechanic*

@jaydunbar7538 Жыл бұрын

@@MAGAMAN incorrect many do, I’ve got 2. One is biological the other is my step dad, both are dad as they both act the part. I’m in my mid 30s and both are still my dads. Yes I have a mother, she’s the reason I’ve got 2 dads and a handful of others who applied for the title.

@RockDog101 Жыл бұрын

You can have 2 dads but there only 1 Flannel Daddy.

@toytowninc680 Жыл бұрын

Good info, the biggest complaint that I have seen is the Color of the cap being drastically different than the actual product.

@MAGAMAN Жыл бұрын

The color of the cap will never match the color in the can exactly because it is made of plastic, not paint. You would have to be dumb to not realize this.

@Roadkills240sx Жыл бұрын

true for ALL paint

@kennebearsarms Жыл бұрын

Good timing on this! Its getting warmer in MN and I've only tested this paint on goat guns now I can try it on the real thing!

@cevant1 Жыл бұрын

Brownells is full of very specific good information on everything, thank you

@jimyeats Жыл бұрын

The sprayable rattle can version of Duracoat seems pretty decent as well. Used that the other day with good success. I think regardless of who you go with, prep adequately, read the instructions, and follow basic painting techniques.

@US2A Жыл бұрын

C series cerakote with a little spray gun

@jimyeats Жыл бұрын

@@US2A Sure, just involved a little more setup. I am happy with the durability of the Duracoat.

@scott2228 Жыл бұрын

I’ve used it once. Did several 20 round USGI mags. Came out great. But I’m also looking forward to all the wear marks!!!!

@ChristianGrest Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this info Caleb! You know I've been an Aluma-Hyde fan for some time and have done a number of projects with this stuff. Having those clean out nozzles is so handy. Shaking, shaking, shaking the can(that's 3 shots...need another) shake the can again. Hopefully in your series you can discuss a little bit about using multiple colors/layers. This get pretty tricky in my opinion as Aluma-Hyde seems to lay on fairly thick. Anyways, thanks again for sharing your tips! Looking forward to more Aluma-hyde videos!

@mtnbound2764 3 ай бұрын

i love the humor from this guy

@robotbuster1487 Жыл бұрын

AlumaHyde ROCKS! I use up the rest of the can on farm implements, shovels, axes, bbq pit touch ups, etc. Works on motorcycle rims, and aluminum propellers, ProTip: Keep extra spraying nozzles ready to go in a small container of acetone. I use my compressor air gun and blow out the nozzles after a soak in acetone

@billpoynter108 Жыл бұрын

My experience has been that if used immediately after application, it is like spray paint and not durable. BUT, if you leave it sit for two weeks after application to cure, it is very durable and resistant to most chemicals. I love it.

@dmk0210 Жыл бұрын

That's what I do. Spray it on, then put it away for two weeks (someplace warm) and don't touch it until then. It's great stull. I love it. Very durable.

@intrusive_thoughts. Жыл бұрын

If you bake it, it dries a lot quicker

@dmk0210 Жыл бұрын

@@intrusive_thoughts. I usually use Alumahyde on plastic, optics, things I don't want to bake. If I'm going to bake it, I use Gunkote with my airbrush.

@michaelrepetto669 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Looking forward to watching the product in use. Thanks!!

@intrusive_thoughts. Жыл бұрын

You can put some acetone in a small jar and drop the nozzle in it in between coats and once you're done for a final cleaning. Clean the nozzle out with Q-tips and even blow air through it after soaking in the acetone to avoid clogging and/or splatter. The nozzle along with the pick-up tube can be cleaned this way.

@jed-henrywitkowski6470 Жыл бұрын

You're post dos and dont's for your product are great for painting with typical rattle can paint as well!

@BattlesuitBoBos Жыл бұрын

Funny this gets posted just as my parts get removed from the oven! I used Alumahyde ODG and my AR15 is looking great! Thank you guys for the awesome product!

@roul3688 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see the series

@user-bi2fq3bh6z 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips I painted a 1911 a few years ago looks good can't wait to paint something else should look better with your tips

@larrysfarris Жыл бұрын

I’ve used that upside down tube & nozzle clearing technique for decades on all the spray cans I’ve ever used. It works. I’ve gone back to a spray can months (or years?) later, shake well and the paint sprays out like new. 👍

@davidunderwood3605 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for these tip video's. I always pass them on.

@Chris-pq8oj 3 ай бұрын

I love it I have had nothing but great results , used 4 different colors 2 guns per can I I still have a ton left , coverage is fast so you don't have alot on the gun of choice to cover for the new finish , good stuff

@paraAA82 Жыл бұрын

Good to know, thank you Caleb.

@awesomeaustin2348 Жыл бұрын

This is a great product, excellent results for me. I've used the OD green and the Gray.

@tacticaltrashpanda Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the step by step videos!

@josh48315 Жыл бұрын

Been wanting to buy some Aluma Hyde in various colors but waiting until they finish the how to series. They should also include the cleaning nozzle with every can.

@carlkrewler4084 Жыл бұрын

looking forward to the next video on this product.

@LameWolff Жыл бұрын

Good advise Caleb. For anyone thinking about using it Aluma-Hyde does a really good job if you follow the instructions and take your time. Also after allowing it to dry thoroughly it seems to be a very durable finish. The clear coat is good to finish it off with adding a layer between the paint job and the world of "crap that hurt".

@williamwyatt5750 Жыл бұрын

Glad you did this. I have a can with the pickup tube clogged

@tireballastserviceofflorid7771 Жыл бұрын

This is a really good paint. It's not as good as Gun Kote or Cerakote, but for essentially rattle can it rocks. I have used it several times mainly on trigger guards and it holds up very well. It would make a first rate cammo for a gun.

@shifty6br368 5 ай бұрын

I like this dude...thx for the tips!

@toejam503 Жыл бұрын

Warming the cans in very warm water aids in mixing it up, while shaking. Always check the amount of distance to surface, printed on the can and test spray it on cardboard or heavy paper first.

@BigSkyGuyWhy Жыл бұрын

I'm only 5 mins in and I'm hammered!

@YuTbCensorship Жыл бұрын

The Grey Parkerizing Color is fabulous as a Military Finish. Did several Retro AR15. Use Blue Masking Tape and Execto Hobby Knife for fine detailing with Tape. I set up my Attic as a Work Shop for this Project....painted light 1st coat one night, 2nd next night. Let it cure for 2+ weeks in the Hot Summer Attic before taking Tape off and reassembling. Have used OD Green and FDE too, but love the Grey Parkerizing* They make 2 Shades of Grey Parkerizing, I used the lighter one, which when dry almost looks Grey Green. Prep with Brownells Products for degreasing and oil on the surface first.

@DiMeNsloNs1 Жыл бұрын

Been working with this stuff for awhile. Before use, set it in the sun for a good hour, Shake the shit out of it. No shit 10 to 15 min. Try and use the whole can at once, if you decide not to use it all in in one run, turn the can upside down and spray till just air comes out. Store upside down until next use. Repeat.

@ethan5.56 Жыл бұрын

I love the rifle I painted with the Aluma Hyde II in Magpul FDE. Very durable finish and it looks great. Lightweight AR15 I slapped together based on an FDE KP15 lower. Great video as always

@josh48315 Жыл бұрын

How closely does it match actual Magpul FDE polymer accessors like stocks, grips, etc? I’ve heard from a lot of different folks that the Aluma Hyde Magpul colors don’t actually match the true Magpul color, so that’s really unfortunate if true.

@ethan5.56 Жыл бұрын

@@josh48315 it is lighter but I still really like the color. I'd like to try some of their other colors

@krisgreenwood5173 Жыл бұрын

As soon as I get done with the spray can I drop the nozzle into a small jar of laquer thinner. When I'm ready use the spray again I get the nozzle out of the laquer thinner. Holding the can upside down and clearing out the tube does help keep the system working.

@russell28533 Жыл бұрын

I use Aluma-Hyde on a lot of non-gun stuff. Basically anything that is handled a lot that I do not want scratched, like my Ghostbusters Proton Pack I use for cosplay and conventions.

@colemcgill3845 Жыл бұрын

Dude thank you idk how many cans of paint I've wasted from clogging the pick up or nozzle never heard of that trick.

@doublecheeseburger1712 Жыл бұрын

Love the stuff, the last one i bought i didn't use right away and it somehow hardened in the can...never seen that happen before with all the others I have used through the years

@aubreyholmes1235 Жыл бұрын

Thx for the info. Gotta buy some clean out nozzles

@PoisonSpyder038 Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing I was about to toss out 3/4 can of FFE I was in in the middle of painting my turkey barrel and the van stopped spraying I will try one of those clean out nozzles hope that works

@TheJHMAN1 Жыл бұрын

I have used this on several guns and it works great. Wish it came in more colors.

@mattfreimark5248 Жыл бұрын

Would love to see some more colors. I've got a receiver that I really want burnt bronze.

@CS-tj1rc Жыл бұрын

I would definitely like to see a video series on how to spray paint my rifle.

@jamesdewer 9 ай бұрын

I did my G17 in Magpul FDE, dryed it at room temp overnight, bake at 190F 3 hours. Rock solid

@robertjackson1407 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@Bedlam_6 Жыл бұрын

Stuff works and dries without giving a sticky feeling on plastics. Way less likely to rub off. It's always my base layer now.

@mymomsaysimcool9650 Жыл бұрын

My garbage can that I’ve had for 20 years has so many colors from cleaning out spray nozzles. Kinda pretty.

@Hootman Жыл бұрын

Is that a bazooka??? Brownells is really stepping up their game. 😁😎

@straycat62 2 ай бұрын

there are always "Easter Eggs" in the background of their videos. I love it.

@mattfreimark5248 Жыл бұрын

I recently sprayed this on the barrel and receiver of my turkey gun. It looks great and seems durable. I wish I had only done 2 coats because this stuff is thicker. The color on the lid looks nothing like the color on the firearm, which worked out for me because i actually like it better. I heated up the can in some boiling water and preheated the parts which seemed to help it cure very quick. Only real complaint is that towards the end of painting I started to get a few clumps coming out. Not a big deal as this gun is a "work" gun not a show piece, but would be nice to know how to avoid it. Sounds like I should have used the clean out tips I have. I hope that if you do a video series you cover spraying camo patterns with vinyl stencils because I'm very curious if there's anything special that needs done.

@MAGAMAN Жыл бұрын

Did you stop and shake the can during painting? If you start getting buildup on the nozzle, wipe the nozzle with a damp rag, then spray some cardboard or other material to see if the clumps are gone.

@mattfreimark5248 Жыл бұрын

@@MAGAMAN yeah. I shook it for a timed 2 minutes before spraying each coat and when it did it I took the tip off and cleared it with brake clean.

@craighansen7594 Жыл бұрын

Like he said, shake till you think it's mixed and then shake it a whole lot more.

@jerroldkazynski5480 Жыл бұрын

Also check magazine fit after painting. I leave the top which fits into the mag well clear of paint. I color code mags of one type vs another so "no mistake" when the thrill of battle be upon ye!

@wagon9082 Жыл бұрын

Good video

@toddparsons2980 Жыл бұрын

Good info.

@boejiden1942 Жыл бұрын

Dapper Flannel Daddy I wish I knew about the clean out nozzle and turning the cans upside down when I first bought them...

@tomrogers302 Жыл бұрын

I would really like to see a full length video on how to apply this finish to a firearm. I would also like to be able to buy a blue-black version of this finish.

@ratagris21 Жыл бұрын

Heating up the ppl art a bit also helps in the cure time before, after flashing as well.

@Astrothunderkat Жыл бұрын

Works great for me, every can i get i spray for 5 seconds on cardbord to get all the goop splatter out, then spray my well prepped pieces, 3-4 coats, final coat is a dust coat, after 10 mins it goes into the oven for 30m @175f

@damonbfriendly 9 ай бұрын

Still waiting for this full series.

@103m95g Жыл бұрын

How is the IR signature? I’ve used it on raw metal motorcycle fenders 5 yrs. later still excellent

@LilYeshua Жыл бұрын

I'm a stickler for shaking rattle cans and do a twirl in addition to shake😊

@JamaniusFreebone Жыл бұрын

I have a question. Why is the desert tan and fde never in stock? Obviously it’s extremely popular and I’m guessing your best sellers so why not make more of these colors than the other less popular colors like black that are always in stock? Anyway good video

@DavidHarris-qn7em Жыл бұрын

Used zinc chromate primer and krylon fusion on my rifle 15 yrs ago..still holding on

@SHOGUNTHEIMPERIAL Жыл бұрын

Usually when you feel you shook it enough, shake it again the same amount of time or more. I also warm the cans before shaking & using.

@MAGAMAN Жыл бұрын

For the stupid people: He means in a pot of hot water, not using a microwave or a torch.

@SHOGUNTHEIMPERIAL Жыл бұрын

@@MAGAMAN LOL! Thanks brother. I should’ve been more specific on how to do that, especially with the amount of 2 iq people in the world. 🤣

@craighansen7594 Жыл бұрын

If you have empty cans,pull off the nozzles and spray a little carb cleaner thru them and save in a jelly jar. I frequently make clean out nozzles by just drilling out the spray orifice on a regular nozzle.

@mrshort2379 Жыл бұрын

great content great advice now all I need to o is be able to afford the Aluma-hyde II, otherwise I would not be buying rattle can paint. besides the fact that rattle can paint, doesn't cost a fortune when you make a mistake, but I have never used Aluma-Hyde, I cant afford it

@parisex4 Жыл бұрын

Ive had issues with alumaHyde ll and messed up an AR handguard. My friend figured out if he placed the can in hot tap water for 10 min. It smoothed it out and it worked fine. Maybe another tip for a better outcome

@danieldavis7784 Жыл бұрын

I just got a notification that I was hoping it was for a BRN-22R takedown 😢. But it was for aluma hyde. But now I've watched some videos that made me not sure about the aluma hyde. Sure hope those BRN-22R takedown comes in soon. 😅

@jimjensen1096 Жыл бұрын

A few things to say here. First I love this stuff. Works very well, and I do spray a little further away because I prefer the slightly rougher finish. Gives an excellent grip! As for the can shaking, wrap the can in a towel(zip ties on towel ends) and toss in the dryer for 20 to 30 minutes. Well shaken and warmed up perfectly. My one grip: I bought a can of the coyote color aluma hyde 2, but the paint is green. I've contacted Brownells but no one will or has ever responded. Obviously a mislabeled can but no offers to replace it. Otherwise its great stuff.

@brownells Жыл бұрын

Give us a call!

@jimjensen1096 Жыл бұрын

@@brownells Sure thing. Tomorrow is Sunday, so probably Monday I'll call. Thank you!

@rhudson87 Жыл бұрын

More colors would be cool

@thedeathwobblechannel6539 Жыл бұрын

Open in the auto collision business I know a thing or two about paint and I wanted to throw out some spray can tips for you guys. You could take your cans to a paint store and have them put them in the Shaker and that'll get that ball moving and get everything mixed up good for you. Do soak your cans in a big bucket of hot water so hot you can barely put your hand in it will be fine. Dry your cans and shake the water off of them really good before you use, you don't want water droplets landing on your project. Do paint outdoors on a hot dry day. So quick partial recap will mixed paint will spray better. The liquid paint in the can when it's warmed up will atomise better when you spray it which will make a better finish on your project. Low humidity and high temperature outside will help your paint dry. Cool temperatures and high humidity will trap moisture in your paint layers and it will take a long time for it to all dry out. If that's the only environment you have to paint in go to the paint store and get a heat gun. It'll put out the kind of heat that will melt plastic and burn your skin what you want to do is be 12 to 18 inches away from your project and warm up the thing you're spraying not quite to the point where it's uncomfortable to touch but that's pretty close and that each coat let it sit for 10 to 15 20 minutes if you come back at warm it up again for the next coat. Don't make each layer of paint super-heavy it's better to build up multiple thin layers. Keep some lacquer thinner handy to clean out your nozzle tips when they get dirty and clean them before you put them away.

@chandlermorris1 9 ай бұрын

I use rattle can paint a lot for undercoating miniatures and a tip to get the paint to flow from the nozzle a bit more smoothly is to place the can in a bucket of warm to hot water for 5 to 10 minutes. Would that work for Aluma- Hyde II as well?

@BillRodgers2 Жыл бұрын

Last 3 cans I bought came with the nozzles plugged up and plastic cap cracked. I had to swap nozzles from a krylon can to be able to use

@EZedp Жыл бұрын

I hear that heating the can in warm water before painting will provide a more even spray(no globs spitting out etc). Fact or Fiction Caleb? Also what is the life of unused cans. THX

@Bluescout612 Жыл бұрын

Caleb FYI some newer spray paint has a new nozzle that will continue to spray paint with can held upside down. Krylon is the one I am most familiar with and their instructions no longer state to hold can upside down to clean the nozzle. I am not sure about your claim that Alumi-Hyde II is the toughest paint in a rattle can. Duracoat's two part coating comes in a spray can.

@knewsome69 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking about Krylon when he was saying that. Yeah, Krylon keeps blowing paint…good times

@chrissewell1608 Жыл бұрын

I just hate it, when people say "rattle can"! Not spray paint... Nothing personal Caleb!😊

@smokybaer.45 9 ай бұрын

The clean out nozzles are out of stock every time i check. Gonna try drilling out one to see if can make my own.

@doublecheeseburger1712 Жыл бұрын

It does require curing time....the longer the harder it dries....i put an AK barreled receiver in my gas grill once on low for a couple hrs, it cured it perfectly

@someguy2741 Жыл бұрын

Just spray it on you. If it chemical burns you or doesnt wash off for 2 weeks. Then you know the product is good.

@silentbigsteve3429 Жыл бұрын

Based?

@swolebro Жыл бұрын

I like to spray it directly into my eye. Makes it really easy for me to see if I'm getting the right pattern or not.

@dand3925 Жыл бұрын

Just a casual AT4 in the safe, when are you going to put those up on the website?

@charliejohnson2622 8 ай бұрын

If theres issues with the system and the caps are cheap you should include them with the can!

@brivas3343 Жыл бұрын

"Do a shot every time I say shake it" LOL

@chrissewell1608 Жыл бұрын

I haven't used this "Spray Paint" yet, but it sounds like it is really thick stuff!? I suggest making a few trial sprays on a scrap of cardboard before starting your project. And after you are done, always cleaning your spray nozzles with paint thinner.

@brownells Жыл бұрын

It goes on much thinner than most other spray paints.

@pranavkamath4329 3 ай бұрын

Way I do it this: degrease parts. I scrub with Dawn and a toothbrush, then rinse till all soap is gone. Dry off with a hair dryer, heat gun, or in the oven for a while at low temp. If you have hard water or any deposits left, blast the parts with non chlorinated brake cleaner. Then, with degreased hands, apply masking tape if needed. Paint can is left in hot water or under a running tap for 10 minutes, then shaken. In between coats, I turn the can upside down and spray on to some junk untill the paint is blown out of the nozzle, then it’s left in hot water for a bit and shaken again. If you do your parts and put down an even coat the results look practically like it came that way from the factory.

@chrissewell1608 Жыл бұрын

Caleb, Does this paint need any type of primer, before spraying aluminum or blued steel?

@TNRonin 9 ай бұрын

Do you know when you'll post the painting process? Thanks

@Samos900 Жыл бұрын

Should I scuff up a blued finish with sand paper before applying?

@mrshort2379 Жыл бұрын

I have a question: What kind of permanent coating, can you use inside the upper receiver of an AR-15? such as for example Cerakote, Aluma-Hyde, Teflon, etc??? I know it is not needed, but that is not what I am asking!

@ssnydess6787 9 ай бұрын

Unfortunately Brownells is still sold out of the cleanout and replacement nozzles.

@hobbyking5364 Жыл бұрын

Why is there an AT-4 in the safe?

@semperanticusphotography3749 Жыл бұрын

where do you keep your AT4? It's too big to sit on the nightstand.

@davidsonfitness318 Жыл бұрын

We all should have the AT-4 safe option.... PS it's a flex

@herbderbler1585 Жыл бұрын

Better question, why isn't there an AT-4 in your safe?

@yt_censorship_sucks Жыл бұрын

@@semperanticusphotography3749 I'd make it the center piece on my coffee table...kind of like the Horn of Plenty lol

@Mamba503 Жыл бұрын

@@semperanticusphotography3749 Get a bigger night stand or mount it above the bed. Perfect home defense weapon!

@glocksundgeworfenheit_ Жыл бұрын

Listen to the man. The first time I used this product it looked like my AR had dead skin on it.

@a.joegevara3519 7 ай бұрын

I waited months just to buy aluma-hyde II, I've been waiting months since I bought it for the clean out nozzles. They must be made out of *unobtainium*?? After waiting months, received an email at 2:35am, tried to order when I woke up only to find out they're already sold out. Did y'all only order a few? Maybe check to see how many folks are waiting and adjust your next order!? Now I'm worried about the shelf life of the product...