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2 pac painting really requires an oven to speed up the drying times. I got a frame clear coated by my mate and he didn't have time to stove it. Took about 8 days to dry properly by a radiator. You could always do a beer/oven deal with a local paint shop if it was just the odd frame you're painting.
He also paints with a mask and an airline so he's barriered from the fumes. But he's painting like 50hrs a week, I'm not really up on the inhalation effects but probably a standard filter mask is okay for occasional use. Best to research it though!
Realistically you could probably 2 pac a bike frame for £30-50 materials + your time. If you became quite slick with the paint gun I reckon you'd likely end up with a superior, mute durable finish than a £200 paint from the usual suspects. Afaik the anti scratch final coat is acrylic based and it's extremely tough.
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ColnagoDaft
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No idea! The tank was a simple shape. Doesn't have to be 2 pack but I think 2-pack lacquer would be more durable? Any idea on the kit needed?