primer
I was asked what I had decided to do about primer and thought I would share my response here:
I decided to use rattle can just to keep it simple.
I might try a 2 part epoxy and using an HVLP gun at some point, but I have enough new skills to learn as it is !
After reading the VAF forums, I decided the Napa primer seemed best, I couldn't find any at my local Napa store, but they did have the Duplicolor self etching, so I researched that on VAF and found that it's all basically the same in the end.
So I got 1 scan to try, it seems easy enough to do, covers pretty well, and can handle my poor technique.
After that I ordered a dozen cans bulk online because that was the cheapest option.
I've used 2 cans so far and have done all the internal parts and the internal skins of the VS, Rudder & ASTs
I expect to use a full can on the stabilator and probably 2 (maybe 3) cans on the tailcone, (the skins are where most of the paint goes, small parts really don't take much)
I'll do the wings the same way, but for the fuselage I might try getting an HVLP and a 2 part epoxy, because that part will be more open and visible.
Right now all I'm concerned with is covering any part that will be sealed and never seen again.