The Monstalined 80's thread

[jfz80]

Info on the web for both Monstaliner and Al's says no color matching - are there any other products out there that have yielded decent results with color matching?

Upol raptor liner is tintable as well as could be painted after application. Caveat the colors do not show true to the paint when mixed with rubber. Msgrunt lined his with 6m1 tinted liner and it was way brighter. But his thread may have some cutting and mixing tips

 

[Luke111]

Info on the web for both Monstaliner and Al's says no color matching - are there any other products out there that have yielded decent results with color matching?

Also, check out the Monstaliner thread in paint section... Color match has been done

 

[musthave]

I think the light gray monstaline is the perfect for my 97 CE. Need to order a gallon today.

 

[aviator31]

Can you use this on the actual fenders and trim like I have on my 450? I actually don't want to de-flare mine.

 

[scrowley]

Also, check out the Monstaliner thread in paint section... Color match has been done

I tinted my Al's liner with a automotive grade base coat. The color seemed to come out darker than the "sample chip" I just picked it out of a book. Was a hyndai color. Dark grey metalic. Updated liner pic with my new tubes

 

[mypancreasbroke]

You know, I always brushed over the idea of lining my truck thinking it would be something I could never afford, but after checking out the Monstaliner site, I can't believe how cheap it is! Now it's something I plan to do in the next few months. You guys who have done it, have y'all just taped and painted very carefully? Or have y'all pulled off fenders, hood, etc and painted separately? And what about snorkels, did you remove and paint the fender under it or just paint around?


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[jcardona1]

You know, I always brushed over the idea of lining my truck thinking it would be something I could never afford, but after checking out the Monstaliner site, I can't believe how cheap it is! Now it's something I plan to do in the next few months. You guys who have done it, have y'all just taped and painted very carefully? Or have y'all pulled off fenders, hood, etc and painted separately? And what about snorkels, did you remove and paint the fender under it or just paint around?


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It's the best $300 paint job you will ever find! Here's what I posted in my thread. The more time you spend in prep and tear-down the better it will look. If you're sloppy with removing parts and taping things off, it will show when all's said and done. If you want a good looking finish, REMOVE everything you can, don't just tape it off. Lights, emblems, trim, etc etc. Door handles were a pain in the ass to remove but it makes it look THAT much better since you can separate the black rubber trim from the paint.

- Prep, prep, prep. Don't try to save time here. Make sure the surface is completely clean and use lots of MEK

- MEK is no joke. Even using it outdoors will get you light-headed. This is a seriously nasty solvent. Use common sense.

- Make sure you have lots of light. Get some big halogen shop lights and aim them at the panel you're painting.

- You can't take your time while rolling. This stuff sets up FAST, even on a day that was in the 80s. By the end of the gallon it was like painting with oatmeal.

- 2 gallons is BARELY enough to do the entire exterior on an 80. I barely had enough to do a thick 2nd coat on the passenger side so the texture isn't as nice as the driver side.

- Buy lots of extra rollers. I went through 7 of them. As the paint sets, it gets thick and starts to tear off chunks of the foam while rolling.

- Have a set of tweezers ready to pick crap out of the paint.

- This stuff is messy, be ready for it ahead of time. Lots of plastic drop clothes and gloves.

- Having a helper is a good idea to remove the masking tape AS SOON as the 2nd coat is done. Otherwise it will set up and make it more difficult to remove after you're done with the whole truck.

- If you have the space and the tools, definitely spray this stuff on. Would make your life a whole lot easier. Rolling isn't hard, just very time consuming.

- Remove all the parts you can instead of masking them off. Takes more time, but gives a much cleaner look. Door handles for example. Pain in the ass to remove but I'm glad I did since I was able to separate the piece of black trim from the rest of the paint.​

 

[abngeek]

WWII OD Green (monstaliner). 2 gallons - wish I'd had about a quart more for touchups.

edit: To add to what Jose said:

-If I had to do it again I'd get several paint pans as well as tons more rollers. It sets up around the edges of the pan and you end up with goobers

-If you're rolling the whole thing, have at least one person to assist. 2 assistants would be better. More than that I think you'd be getting in each others' way

-Consider skimming any parking lot dings before you coat it. I'm glad I took the time to do so

-Don't repaint the black trim around the windows until after you've rolled the Monstaliner. If you're like me you'll find some way to get it on the fresh black paint and screw it all up again. And it's basically impossible to get off easily.

-Don't be lazy or rush prep. Be patient and meticulous and it will come out awesome

-I debated on pulling the front and rear windows, but in the end decided I didn't want to risk not having a good seal over the texture. Afterwords I thought "You could have just brushed it on in those spots, stupid." It still looks good though and you can only see red paint if you are really looking close around the windows. I think if I have them replaced the new, non-sun-damaged rubber will cover everything nicely

-If it hits your garage/driveway floor, clean it up right away. It's not coming off without a fight if it hardens there

 

[LFD2037]

Jose, that's the kind of info I was looking for. Thanks! ^^^^^That looks killer.

 

[spencertron]

i used to think the OD green was way too brown but that looks killer

 

[ab1985]

Also, check out the Monstaliner thread in paint section... Color match has been done

Thanks, great read. I think this is the route I'll go for my fenders and top.

 

[mypancreasbroke]

Man, love all the help in here, and trucks look great! I guess I'm just thinking about some of the details still. Did you guys pull off bumpers to paint all the lower and corner spots of your truck or just paint around/through them? Also I'm guessing I would need to remove my flares to paint under them and then reattach? I'll probably paint them too while they're off. And I suppose I'll need to remove the outside weather stripping at the base of the window to totally get the whole door. I know one thing that'll drive me crazy will be the original color in the engine compartment and door jams as I plan to go a different color than my stock paint... But I guess I can live with it .


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[LX450inNash]

light gray monsta and flare delete

How much did you use? I'm assuming you rolled it? Any recommendations? Looks tough. I like it

 

[In process]

WWII OD Green (monstaliner). 2 gallons - wish I'd had about a quart more for touchups.

edit: To add to what Jose said:

-If I had to do it again I'd get several paint pans as well as tons more rollers. It sets up around the edges of the pan and you end up with goobers

-If you're rolling the whole thing, have at least one person to assist. 2 assistants would be better. More than that I think you'd be getting in each others' way

-Consider skimming any parking lot dings before you coat it. I'm glad I took the time to do so

-Don't repaint the black trim around the windows until after you've rolled the Monstaliner. If you're like me you'll find some way to get it on the fresh black paint and screw it all up again. And it's basically impossible to get off easily.

-Don't be lazy or rush prep. Be patient and meticulous and it will come out awesome

-I debated on pulling the front and rear windows, but in the end decided I didn't want to risk not having a good seal over the texture. Afterwords I thought "You could have just brushed it on in those spots, stupid." It still looks good though and you can only see red paint if you are really looking close around the windows. I think if I have them replaced the new, non-sun-damaged rubber will cover everything nicely

-If it hits your garage/driveway floor, clean it up right away. It's not coming off without a fight if it hardens there

Turned out awesome! If I ever monstaline anything that's my first color choice! I'm diggin it man!

 

[cruiserjunktion]

All right- let me have it. I'm rolling "jeep spice" on the cruiser.

 

[dino1]

Can you do smaller sections one at a time instead of all at once??

 

[BayouFJ80]

sage metallic

Has anyone tried to match the 40th color Sage metallic?

To the guys who have posted photos, kudos on a nice job. They all look great.

 

[Superfj40]

looks cool makes it look really tuff

 

[Dirty Koala]

Good thread idea Just finished painting the last bits and pieces from the rear bumper so finally have some real pics to share.

Monstaliner, 2 gallons, rolled on, San Panties color

Hey Jose,
As soon ad the weather warms up I am planning on lining my whole cruiser. The PO removed the flares and then glued plastic plugs in the holes, what is the best way to seal up these holes properly?

 

[jcardona1]

Hey Jose,
As soon ad the weather warms up I am planning on lining my whole cruiser. The PO removed the flares and then glued plastic plugs in the holes, what is the best way to seal up these holes properly?

A lot of folks use metal tape over the holes but I didn't feel that was permanent enough. The best way to cover the holes is to weld, fill and smooth. A lot of work, but it's as permanent as you can get.