DIY painting tips?, or should i just take it to the pros... Options

[samir0189]

Hey guys,

I recently got some gt-four raiser blocks, they are in primer. I have absolutely no experience painting anything. I do have a large (25gal?) air compressor with the spray attachment for paint. I was wondering if you guys think I could paint these myself, with decent results? I don't want it to look like crud, and I don't want to spend alot to paint such small parts either.

If you have DIY painting experience, could you give me some tips, including where to get paint, some detailed steps, tips and tricks, etc?

Or, please let me know if this is far too much for a complete amateur to handle and get favorable results, and if i should just take it to a shop.

Thanks guys!!!!

[garin]

i don't do too much with paint, however i do know that it is a tedious task. you can do it yourself and if you have the tools i would. the most important thing with painting is to keep everything as clean as possible. when you are done with the spray you should wet sand using 1500-2000 grit sandpaper and then buff it so the paint is nice and shinny. also i hear that water based paints aren't as good. do you have any friends who are into painting or cars? that's how i learned a lot. good luck.