painting on a tuber

[revoster]

Can you use model spray paint on a tuber?
I dont want to powder coat it you see...

[Racefan1115]

I painted my scale truck, not a tuber but it has a full rollcage. First i primed it with self-etching primer (used for 1:1 cars) then i just used the same rattle cans i used for the body. It does scratch of in a few spots, but it is easy enough to respray it.

[Mad Scientist]

Sure, you can use any type of paint, really. But hobby paint, especially if it is enamel, may tend to chip off rather than just get scratched. If you go with a paint made for metal, such as Rustoleum, you are going to get better adhesion. Remember to clean the frame very well before you start, too.

[Bam Bam]

From the stuff that I've painted that metal, just normal 1:1 scale automotive paint can work.