Honest Opinions on Line-X as a respray.

Yeah the previous job was more of a, make it look nice and sell it on.

The other option was to do it matt grey/black roof with Line-X bumper, cage etc.. or nato green with the same. Probably do that myself and could easily be touched up if needed.

I think it also adds an interesting look sets it apart from the rest.

I suppose you could dintrol the inside Line-X the outside?

vilguy said:

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Its normally VERY smooth (which we need it to be in order to decontaminate it) and it insulates well.

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Insulates well - how well? If a metal plate sat 50mm above a 200w heater was sprayed in it, would it reduce the chances of the metal plate conducting the heat to the point of it being too hot to touch?

How about this:

Protectakote

Looks like it would give a similar rugged looking finish to Line-X for a lot less outlay. Been thinking about doing bits of mine in a nice matt/satin/rough black.

It would be nice to see someone else going to the expense and trouble of doing it first

DefenderPilot said:

How about this:

Protectakote

Looks like it would give a similar rugged looking finish to Line-X for a lot less outlay. Been thinking about doing bits of mine in a nice matt/satin/rough black.

It would be nice to see someone else going to the expense and trouble of doing it first

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Designed for wood/ concrete needs to be a porous surface. Then is still does not stick very good and will peel off in short order

According to the manufacturer it's suitable for steel/aluminium/painted surfaces, among others.

On the subject of NATO green/black colour schemes here's one I did earlier (apologies for it not being a Land Rover):



This was done on a shoestring budget using super-cheap eBay sourced cans of spray paint. I think this look would suit a 90 very well.

DefenderPilot said:

According to the manufacturer it's suitable for steel/aluminium/painted surfaces, among others.

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go for it then. But I would expect to see a devalued vehicle with that crap in it.

Are you speaking from experience Mr. Thor?

DefenderPilot said:

Are you speaking from experience Mr. Thor?

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have seen that stuff peel like a orange before, from wood, concrete, and metal before in a couple years. We used that stuff for a non skid surface at a farm ( new construction)and it pealed off. even with following the instructions on the can. Line X would be a better choice of the 2. But neither is my cup of tea. In a pickup box it is good stuff, but that is the only place I would ever use it. You mentioned about your paint peeling, well that is from improper prep of the surface. Butting a coating over it still won't stop that. A good sanding and primer would be needed, then you might as well spray a flat or matt finish 2 part paint.

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Insulates well - how well? If a metal plate sat 50mm above a 200w heater was sprayed in it, would it reduce the chances of the metal plate conducting the heat to the point of it being too hot to touch?

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Depends on the surface area of the metal plate to allow it to radiate the heat back off it. That and lots of other factors about what you are trying to achieve. Polyurea isnt a ceramic It quite a reasonable U Value though for what it is though. What are you trying to do?

I was more speaking of sound insulation. I was looking into starting a franchise with them but the investment will take too long for a decent return.

It was the OP who mentioned peeling paint. I was just offering up my thoughts as requested in his first post.

Lots of cans of Plasticoat! Heard about someone spraying a Landy with it and getting a good finish. I've only used it on a few domestic items so don't know about it's longevity.

Yoyodyne said:

Lots of cans of Plasticoat! Heard about someone spraying a Landy with it and getting a good finish. I've only used it on a few domestic items so don't know about it's longevity.

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just buy a skip, fill it with plasticoat and drive through it (fit a snorkel first mind)

hahahaha good plan.