So more reading and I’m trying a slightly modified technique. Decided to wet scrub the parts for the Rudder today before wiping down with Acetone. Also remembered to mix up a bit more AKZO than I did last time to ensure I have enough for all the parts.
Today was a bit on the cooler side (between 55 and 60 out) so I’m not sure it was optimal AKZO weather. Not really wanting to wait till Friday, I decided to go for it. Again laying down some cardboard in my front yard and lining up the parts. Honestly I need to spend a few hours and build myself a spray box (or just a spray platform out of PVC pipe and chicken wire). Think I put a decent coat down, but not sure if I had my HPLV gun set up or properly cleaned. Still need to get the spray gun wrench from Harbor Freight so I can properly clean the stupid gun.
I got all the prep filmed, but didn’t put the GoPro outside to capture me spraying. I did miss a few spots, but was able to hit them before I cleaned up all the AKZO. At this point all the parts are drying in the garage and I plan to hopefully finish up my Rudder (minus the bending of the leading edge) on Friday? Not sure if I’ll try to bend it myself, or if I’ll enlist the assistance of one of my local builders to make sure I do it right.
After all was said and done, I realized I missed two important pieces when I sprayed. The trailing edge, and the Spar. Oops. Looks like I’ll have to get those sprayed with the Primer Pistol. Also the replacement Rudder striker plate arrived, so I can hopefully get that matched drilled, countersunk and primed as well.
Timelapse of my primer prep: