Snowblower (Deere Model 49) Restoration

[Gravel7]

Hello,
I probably didn't get this post into its appropriate sub-forum or whatever. I apologize if this is in the wrong spot

Anyway, my question:

Just finished sandblasting and priming my snowblower. I am eager to get it all reassembled. I put on 2 coats of RustOLeum metal primer and so far 2 coats of the Valspar JD Yellow implement paint that Tractor Supply carries. My question is how many coats of paint would you guys apply? I was originally thinking I would put on many coats while its all apart and everything is easily accessible. But after 2 coats, it seems like plenty to me. And, I now remember that I #$ing hate painting

Does this paint go on a little thicker than normal paint or something? Seems thick to me. I also did 2 coats of black high gloss implement enamel on the auger.

So, more coats of paint or she's good:confused2:?

Thanks for any opinions!!
Mike

 

[stevess]

wish i could help but really not sure. i would take my time and check other sources. you've already got the hard part done so don't rush it. i know how it is to want to finish a project and later became sorry i didn't put alittle more effort into it.
steve

 

[caseyand lacey]

hi i am caseyandlacey im just started would you tell me if i am here but i cant help you

 

[caseyand lacey]

i am new cant help you but can u tell me if your getting this message

 

[mfreund]

If it looks good, I would stop.

 

[Gravel7]

Mfreund, thanks for the reply. I did stop. She's 90% back together. And I took another look at the can, it's enamel, not paint. I don't know much about painting but assume that enamel is thicker? Makes sence now. So, everything got 2 coats of primer and 2 coats of enamel.

 

[GPintheMitten]

Mfreund, thanks for the reply. I did stop. She's 90% back together. And I took another look at the can, it's enamel, not paint. I don't know much about painting but assume that enamel is thicker? Makes sence now. So, everything got 2 coats of primer and 2 coats of enamel.

That should be fine. Next spring, clean it up and check for chips and paint them. That's what I'm going to do with my blower that I just renewed.

How about some pics?

 

[Gravel7]

I do have a few pictures....I'll post them when I get home in a few hours. Thanks for the reply!!

 

[Gravel7]

First time posting pictures, hopefully this works. First one is a before shot. The rust was all through the inside.







Couple sand blast shots.




Primed.












All done!!

 

[GPintheMitten]

Good job!