That's on the edge... But still laughable. Is that a word? But Dan, FINALLY the Firebird is getting done! I'm stoked. Greetings from the Netherlands for both of you, this is awesome!
You two are massive inspirations for doing this type of stuff. I've built 2 DIY basses in the last year (with limited wiring, finishing, and set-up knowledge) and the videos you guys have created are so damn helpful
Dan Thompson sent me here, and I’m already a fan. I’m working on my own guitar projects, and finishing is a big mystery for me. Looking forward to learning more from you.
So nice! You have such COOL ideas! Love that $leek finish and wondered if it would work on fiberglass surfboards or wood furniture. You have all the best tools... and techniques. Thanks for being so concise but completely thorough with instructions. Those colors work in Costa Rica, too! 😉💕Pura Vida!☀🕶
i like the camera on gun, good idea and i like to see how u are spraying, because im new to spraying my first build! always loved both ur channels and glad to see this match up, i watched both channels before the mash up, and u guys nailed it. good content on both
Dutchie here. I love this finish, and would love to replicate it on a build, however I still have a long way to go before I can pull something like this off. Starting with getting a good understanding of the different paint types and their compatibility
@@BradAngove I've found them. I just need to take some time to write it all down and actually figure it out and understand it all rather than just quickly watching the videos
I started out painting little model cars in my parents' basement, around 1962. Later in life, I managed a body shop. On the side, I've done cars, vans, motorcycles, and an incredibly obnoxious motor scooter (but that's another story.) Thing is: I never cease to be amazed by Brad's work, and the new stuff I learn in the process. Thanks for some fantastic vids, man. This turned out gorgeous!
@@BradAngove Built enough kits for myself now getting into learning the guitar and having a blast.I had Daves world of fun stuff fix a chip on my 2017 LP standard .The video is on his channel Here is the link.ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1bKrTekziBU.html
Brad, beautiful job on Dan's guitar. How cool was this for me, to watch my two of my three favorite RU-vidrs in one video.I would like a copy of that book so that I can learn how to paint as well and as quickly as you.
Hey Brad nice job on this one... You mentioned something about not having a Sata Jet but with all the guns you have now you could already have a Sata Jet. I prefer the jet for bases and I strongly stand by the Iwata for a clear gun! They are much lighter than Jet and IMO Iwata clear guns Kill the competition. I never liked sand and buffing guitars bcs the paint can burn near where the tuning keys go on the head stock and near the pickup openings. IDK if you EVER used any of those guns before but with the edition of a $100 clear kit with slow activator for the clear and slow reducer for the bases.... You will NEVER have to sand and buff ANYTHING again, not even a guitar. I like to Use normal activator for my first 2 coats of clear bcs it lets be build more clear material on my subject. My last 2 coats I use slow clear activator bcs it self levels and stays wet long enough to allow me to lap the guitar enough times untill its fully wet 360 degrees keeping in mind that Im hitting the face of the guitar body lastly as my finishing move. If you are not content with the overall product, block sand it 600 wet and perform another clear coat with slow activator. Youll only need 2 coats bcs a "wet sanded" (clear coat) will only hold two oats of clear before it runs bcs there is o base coat to absorb the clear. I promise you 100% You will never wet sand & buff anything again.
Great job Brad! Been a while since I commented on any of your videos, but I've been right here. Dan & Brad, it's very cool to see videos with you two together! Keep'em coming fellas...
@@GunsandGuitars If you ever want to visit the wonderful land of Aus, would be happy to provide a base camp, show you around and point you in the right direction ;)
It looks like you could adjust your spray fan width so it's a little more narrow. I would also thin out your paint and use more coats to prevent any orange peel. The bottom line is you want the paint to flow out better on the surface. This will take less time in sanding etc.
@@BradAngove , Thanks for the video. I know a lot of these paint manufactures say to never thin their paint, or at the most, 5%. I thin a lot of the two part paints up to 100% (one to one) often with great results. Not sure what might work for you, but good luck with your projects.
@@BradAngove , Thanks for the video. I know a lot of these paint manufactures say to never thin their paint, or at the most, 5%. I thin a lot of the two part paints up to 100% (one to one) often with great results. Not sure what might work for you, but good luck with your projects.
Love the paint job on this one. All your art and ideas great I noticed your paint station and ideas or videos that you may have on building one? Or maybe idea for future video? I need new paint area. Followed your instructions on the rotisserie. Thank you.
i taught it was france's flag xD but that technique is awesome tbh i kinda like the irregular finish, probably because of the paper technique you used, but i kinda like that, gives it some character to the piece
I love videos like this cause they always remind me why i just flood my guitars with superglue then polish them and call it a day...its very fun to watch..but never to do..
Am I the only one who should have been asleep an hour ago but as soon as it was clear these two did a project together, you just knew that sleeping wasn’t an option? Oh well.... Cheers guys. Great job. And good night.
@@GunsandGuitars Thanks Dan. I'd seen a few of Brad's videos before, but had no idea you guys were youtube buds. I'm subscribed to him now, as well. Thanks for always making great content. Once I get that Rick kit going, I'll let you know. I'm sure you'd like to know what it turns out to be lol.
You mentioned using a certain sand paper that is good for producing a semi-gloss finish without wet sanding, which brand might that be? I didn't see it on your amazon. I've recently found that dry sanding Tru-Oil finishes makes for a great smooth finish, but my 1000 grit for in between coats just clogs up too quickly, so what ever you're using may be perfect for my intent. Please let me know! Also, don't let Dan fool you, everyone knows Canada is the bees knees.
That’s the 3M paper in 3000 grit and then 5000 grit. Sanding ridiculously smooth like that tends to give the appearance of some sheen, much like using a buffing compound would.
Excellent paint job. Basis for paint job comes from the late, great Buck Owen's and his lead guitar player Don Rich. Ever thought about a Canadian red/,white/red scheme ?
Awesome work ! And finally some link I can use since his don't send to Canada ( Pfffff that silly south American) Kidding ! I'm really surprised and happy for that collaboration since I've been following you both for quite some time. Awesome work and keep it up !
Love that paint job Brad! I think one of the most beautiful jobs on a guitar I've seen is the silver burst ESP did on their Les Paul style guitars. I think they might have been the first with the silver burst? At least the first I've seen. Keep up the awesome work, love your videos!!
I learned that you should wait a full 30 days for the clear to be fully cured and gas out completely before sanding. I know it is based somewhat on the types of clear, but how I look at it is a fully cured clear will last many years :-)
If you wait 30 days on this type of clear it will be too hard and you will have a hell of a time sanding and polishing it. It can continue to cure after you've done that process. What you're referring to is nitrocellulose lacquer. That stuff you leave for a month generally before commencing the polishing process.
Excellent video Brad! See, there is a reason we keep you Canadians around!! LOL funny story - you know the Les Paul I have asked you a thousand questions about? I painted it last night, LOL using paint brushes!!! Not quite the way Dan was going to lol, I oil paint as well and I used a couple of those brushes to do like a marble effect on this Les Paul, I LOVE the way it is coming out. I should be sending you photos of the completed project shortly! Ya know, I never could get that orange peel effect to stop happening with that other way I was going to paint it, I have a feeling there may have been something wrong with the paint. You have been a true help in building it and it will not go unnoticed my friend! This is one gorgeous guitar you got there,it's too bad a guy like Dan is going to end up with it, Lol, I'm kidding of course! I bought one of his Tshirts awhile ago and I gotta say, it is very comfortable and I get asked a lot of questions about it!!
I can't wait to see the photos Ron. I'm glad to hear it's going well for you. Glad you mentioned the t-shirt, I really should give Dan shit for not sending me one haha.
@@BradAngove He hasn't sent you a shirt? Dan what's wrong with you!! Lol. I will definitely be sending you those pics Brad, like I said you have been a big help in this process. One thing I am learning is that I need to use larger guns like you use. I do all my work with a small air gun, like the one you used to paint inside those cutouts on Dan's guitar. I do have larger guns but for the amount of paint I usually mix up I don't think it would be enough in the cup lol. I am going to look for the small/large gun you said is your favorite.
Were there any special steps or considerations you used to go poly over lacquer? I know that it can be troublesome and usually people say to never do that.
I have a serious question I already ask you about and you told me to check With BigD. I’m assuming I would dye the front of the guitar first and stain the back first. Then use Behlens vinyl sealer and behlens string instrument lacquer after that. This kit is a Les Paul from Precision Guitar Kits. It doesn’t have a binding so I wanted to leave It unfinished cap to look like a binding. I thought I would tape it off and put on vinyl sealer before staining and dyeing the guitar. My concern is the stain and dye bleeding on the unfinished cap and not having a clean line. Good idea or bad? Or is there a better way to do that. Thanks for all your previous help. My first build looks great thanks to you.
Hello i have a question for you if im using sanding laquer and water acrylic do i still use the wood filler first, and then use the acrylic paint and then do i use the sanfing laquer next. I dint want to see the wood grain so do i use a primer. If you could please give me the step order i need to follow when using these items to paint my guitar. Thanks so much for shRing all your videos you do such an amazing job on your work.
@@BradAngove. That's awesome. So it doesn't matter whether you paint on wood or aluminium? I am thinking of doing something like this on my Korg Keyboard. I am very inspired!
@@BradAngove Thanks for that. I'm from New Zealand and doing my research in painting my weathered old Korg Triton studio keyboard DIY. Your videos are a great inspiration and easy to follow. Not to mention very entertaining!
Finally found your video that addresses “marble” type finish. That was beautiful work Brad. When you apply the paper or plastic over the paint to get your marble finish does it not leave an uneven surface with bumps and grooves and how do you even them out? Thanks, I am a fan, a Canadian fan. 🇨🇦
Thanks for the reply about the filler ... is there a type of filler that is better? ... I've seen tints for wood colour finishes but what do you use to tint for these type of finishes?
@@BradAngove I think I liked it up until about 12:35. At that point, I think an airbrushed Maple leaf on the body would have looked great, but perhaps in red only...or maybe red / white. IMO, the red / white / blue things is just so overdone these days.....kinda like every guitar you see has 'flame maple' on it. You know better than I and your technique is flawless I'm certain, but I went from excited to 'meh' when I saw the red / white / blue. But that's just me :)
