Get a scrap piece of metal , prep it , and try the method i mentioned. Several thin coats, lots of time in between. First coat super thin and let it dry at least 30 min to an hour. Second coat thin as well , wait an hour. last coat heavier to gloss a bit.
Some primers need 24hrs before topcoating. I like rustoleum rust reformer. But it needs 24hrs before painting.
Most people now associate cross link as a 2k products
Yes Enamels take solvent evaporation and oxidation to fully cure yes cross link.
Lacquers are solvent evaporation only
Most people now associate cross link as a 2k products
Yes Enamels take solvent evaporation and oxidation to fully cure yes cross link.
Lacquers are solvent evaporation only
Was this a textured color? If not, either your application is too light or the color is reacting badly with the primer. Just painted (4 years) some cast iron rotary engine side plates with VHT engine paint and had excellent results-one step no primer.
Solvent and friction/impact resistant almost as good as a factory paint.
Today’s paint is definitely different than 40 years ago but not like what you’re getting there. Some of it is still good/excellent quality.
