Painting name on a Zodiac 310fr

[apshutt]

Hello again all,
I want to paint a name on my SIB (and post code) but I am finding it hard to find paint that is in a small enough quantity to do this. I can find paint, but it is sold in large tins eg 1ltr and is expensive for just a name. So I was wondering if any of you excellent people know of an "alternative" or link where I could get smaller quantities (250ml).

Thanks in advance and blessings

Andy

ps still working on the wheels project (I used to be indecisive but I'm not so sure now).
Andy

pps because of the people who have helped me so much I am going to be a "Supporter" tomorrow

[bartiny]

Hi Andy, if you do a search on ebay for either "PVC" or "Hypalon Stencil kit" it will bring up a few choices.

HTH

[apshutt]

I am an ex RAF spark. Halton and Brize Norton 70-75 Thanks I will try that. Did £21.99!!!!

Blessings
Andy

[Landlockedpirate]

IBS Boat supplies, choice of colours.
PVC Flexible Paint - IBS Boat Supplies

[apshutt]

Originally Posted by Landlockedpirate

IBS Boat supplies, choice of colours.
PVC Flexible Paint - IBS Boat Supplies

Hi again "landlocked" again 22 quid. In the stencilkit (as afor mentioned they quoted 60 ml) so maybe 250 ml is too much. having said that 22 quid for the security of my vessel) is worth it.

Andy

[bartiny]

Originally Posted by apshutt

I am an ex RAF spark. Halton and Brize Norton 70-75 Thanks I will try that. Did £21.99!!!!

Blessings
Andy

Flew out from Brize Norton in Jan 75 posted to "GAN" a small (1mile x 1/2mile) island in the Maldives returned via Brize Norton oct 75, it closed down in 76 "GAN" that is Happy days

[apshutt]

Would this be ok?

it says it's for pvc but is that the "rigid" stuff or flexi like my sib?

Andy

[apshutt]

Originally Posted by bartiny

Flew out from Brize Norton in Jan 75 posted to "GAN" a small (1mile x 1/2mile) island in the Maldives returned via Brize Norton oct 75, it closed down in 76 "GAN" that is Happy days

I may have been on board as I flew to Gan then! I was on a VC10 number XV108, Man that was 9 months "unacompanied" in Gan. Thank God I was with the aircraft and not posted there!

Andy

[bartiny]

Well it was a VC10 that I flew out in but cannot remember the exact date (its an age thing ) but having said that they did not fly out that often so could well have been on the same flight (small world).

Yes you are right it was a 9 month unnacompanied tour used to be 13 months with a month back in the uk after 6 months, so on reflection I think it was better to do the 9 rather than have to go back after a month at home.

What a place though we only worked from 7am > 1pm as it got too hot so had plenty of leisure time fishing boating and the like

[bartiny]

Originally Posted by apshutt

Would this be ok?

it says it's for pvc but is that the "rigid" stuff or flexi like my sib?

Andy

I do not think it will do any harm (but cannot be 100% sure) but I think it might just peel off could be worth a try, maybe just try a bit in an area out of sight see how it goes.

Good luck with the wheels

[bartiny]

Give IBS (inflatable boat supplies) a ring they will send you a small bottle TEL.01268 527445.

[Wild_Bill]

Originally Posted by apshutt

I want to paint a name on my SIB (and post code) but I am finding it hard to find paint that is in a small enough quantity to do this.

I had good luck with "Sharpie"-brand Oil-Based Paint Markers on my PVC boat. Perhaps they have these or something similar available in the UK. They need to dry for a bit, but don't eat the PVC, and don't rub off too easily. They can be removed with acetone or MEK. The best part is that they are easy to use and then re-cap, and also only cost a few bucks each. I should do a little write-up.

Sharpie Paint Pens | Medium Oil-Based Paint Marker

[seasdes]

Originally Posted by Wild_Bill

I had good luck with "Sharpie"-brand Oil-Based Paint Markers on my PVC boat. Perhaps they have these or something similar available in the UK. They need to dry for a bit, but don't eat the PVC, and don't rub off too easily. They can be removed with acetone or MEK. The best part is that they are easy to use and then re-cap, and also only cost a few bucks each. I should do a little write-up.

Sharpie Paint Pens | Medium Oil-Based Paint Marker

Wild Bill

How often do you need to recoat the sign using the oil based markers?

[Wild_Bill]

Originally Posted by seasdes

Wild Bill

How often do you need to recoat the sign using the oil based markers?

I've only had the boat for several months now, but it seems to be holding up just fine. I haven't had to recoat it yet, but time will tell.

[apshutt]

Originally Posted by Wild_Bill

I had good luck with "Sharpie"-brand Oil-Based Paint Markers on my PVC boat. Perhaps they have these or something similar available in the UK. They need to dry for a bit, but don't eat the PVC, and don't rub off too easily. They can be removed with acetone or MEK. The best part is that they are easy to use and then re-cap, and also only cost a few bucks each. I should do a little write-up.

Sharpie Paint Pens | Medium Oil-Based Paint Marker

Thanks Wild Bill,

Yes we do have them here, in factmy wife has some upstairs so I will try em. Thanks again.

Another coincidence. I have a cousin who lived in Goldendale WA. She now lives in Laveen AZ but is moving back to WA soon.

Blessings

Andy

[Wild_Bill]

Originally Posted by apshutt

I have a cousin who lived in Golendale WA. She now lives in Laveen AZ but is moving back to WA soon.

Interesting. My girlfriend (soon to be wife) is a UK citizen, and has relatives in Wales.

[apshutt]

I run a clinic in North Wales (Abergele) on a Friday

[apshutt]

Originally Posted by Wild_Bill

I had good luck with "Sharpie"-brand Oil-Based Paint Markers on my PVC boat. Perhaps they have these or something similar available in the UK. They need to dry for a bit, but don't eat the PVC, and don't rub off too easily. They can be removed with acetone or MEK. The best part is that they are easy to use and then re-cap, and also only cost a few bucks each. I should do a little write-up.

Sharpie Paint Pens | Medium Oil-Based Paint Marker

Tried the Sharpies and worked great thanks. Having said that it's not been in the water yet!!!!!

[apshutt]

Originally Posted by apshutt

Tried the Sharpies and worked great thanks. Having said that it's not been in the water yet!!!!!