Paint chip repair: Langka solvent method vs David Bynon sanding method

[oly]

Has anybody tried both of these methods? Which one do you prefer?

I've tried the Bynon method on my 1985 911 with mixed results; great flush repair but I sanded through the nearby original paint and it took a long time. So I'm thinking that maybe the Langka method is worth a try.

From my Bynon experience and what I've read about the Langka method, this is my assessment so far:

Langka solvent method
PROS: quick, won't damage original paint on new cars
CONS: may damage original paint on old cars

David Bynon sanding method (from Autopia.com)
PROS: safest for older cars
CONS: slow, can damage original paint by accidently sanding though it

[oly]

anybody?

[oly]

Rats!

[Buckterrier]

Originally Posted by oly

Rats!

LOLOL, sorry Oly, never heard of either one of those

[Axiom]

Me neither, sorry, but if you are interested I can share how I do mine.

[adrian jaye]

"Langka solvent method"

is crap and doesnt work !

Originally Posted by oly

Has anybody tried both of these methods? Which one do you prefer?

I've tried the Bynon method on my 1985 911 with mixed results; great flush repair but I sanded through the nearby original paint and it took a long time. So I'm thinking that maybe the Langka method is worth a try.

From my Bynon experience and what I've read about the Langka method, this is my assessment so far:

Langka solvent method
PROS: quick, won't damage original paint on new cars
CONS: may damage original paint on old cars

David Bynon sanding method (from Autopia.com)
PROS: safest for older cars
CONS: slow, can damage original paint by accidently sanding though it

[Tigerrat]

I've only read about the Langka method but it sounded intriguing. Probably cause I too have mistakenly sanded away good paint. Even using sandpaper on top of a pencil eraser. I think the most valuable tool here is practice. I only try chip repair occasionally but I have gotten better. My perfectionist nature works against me too. Hope to hear more experiences. Ken

[oly]

Thanks for the posts everybody!

Sorry for the slow response; for some reason I'm not getting the "Instant e-mail notification" option that I checked.

Axiom,

What is your method?

[Axiom]

Sorry for the late response, I was out of town.

Touch up 102

The way I do it could be unfair for most people, since I have acces to all material needed to mix and spray paint, that's how I would recomend to be done.

Go to your local paint store suplies and have them mix the minimun amount of paint and and hardener, I would prefer the higher quality paint, mix a little in the appropiate ratio. this example would apply to solid color single stage.

With a good brush, I use pinstriping brushes Mac is the brand, they are a little pricy, but with good care they last a long time, getting creative with a back of a match, or a napkin rolled into a point, will only give you a half job, the brush is extemely useful to fill the chip or the scratch, let it dry for at least 24 hours.

Colorsanding is a different beast, it requieres practice, but there are companies that sell little tools and gadgets to ease that process.

With two stage paints, I would need clear, tint it with color about 50% and apply, this time it may need more coats to completely hide and fill.

I hope this help, In my head is cristal clear, but it is difficult to put into words. also visual aide would help. I will try to keep notes.

[oly]

Thanks Axiom!