Dave from the paint shop called to tell me that the primer and the white base were being shot Thursday and Friday. I couldn't get out of work, but headed out this morning (Saturday) with my camera.
Wow! What a difference. You've got to click on the above photo to appreciate the quality of the work. Remember, this is just the base coat - it is dry, but shines like this even before the clear coat.
As you will see from the following pictures, it really turned out well. As promised, I'm going to probably post too many pictures, but for those building, you will appreciate the details of the final steps.
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Here's a shot from the fuselage out toward the pilot side winglet. How's this for straight, wave free and shiny? Check out that reflection.
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Copilot side view.
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Nose view
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Aft view
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Cowling and doors
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Close up of upper cowling
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Close up of NACA ducts
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Pilot side wing.
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There are the expected minor flaws to touch up, but Dave did an incredible job. I have honestly never seen a better paint job on any Velocity.
Next week's pictures should be even better. It's the week for layout, numbers and stripes. The following week everything gets wet sanded and clear coated. After that, I have to reassemble the plane, do a new weight and balance and fly her home.
Wish me luck and stand by for pictures of the next step.
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1 comment:
Awesome!
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