Replacing nonskid on wing

[hankrausch]

I decided to replace the nonskid on the wing (pic). Has anyone used this nonskid (other pic) or have any other recommendation? And is it a safe asumption that I need to strip the old nonskid and paint down to bare metal? Any how-to wikis much appreciated!

 

[coloradobluesky]

I painted the top of my floats and put fine sand in the wet paint. Worked great. (need to try it on a piece of aluminum first, the size of the sand matters).

 

[Stewartb]

On floats I cleaned up the old and went over it with new. On a wing? I'd probably strip it and start fresh. Going over old doesn't look very tidy.

 

[hankrausch]

I painted the top of my floats and put fine sand in the wet paint. Worked great. (need to try it on a piece of aluminum first, the size of the sand matters).

Thank you that sounds cheap and easy.

 

[hankrausch]

Found this in the interweb, in case anyine is looking:

https://mooneyspace.com/topic/8489-how-to-restore-wing-walk-compound/

 

[frfly172]

I have used the Randolph compound,not very abrasive,but looks good when applied properly.

 

[kgruber]

Truck Bed Liner Spray Paint: 45 minute job.....MAX

 

[James331]

I have used the Randolph compound,not very abrasive,but looks good when applied properly.

That.

 

[jallen0]

I remember reading a pretty detailed thread in the last few months on mooneyspace.com forums. I'll try and look for it tomorrow unless you find it first.

 

[Tarheelpilot]

Clean it up, prime, paint then get some of the peel and stick stuff from 3M. They also sell an edge sealer. It lasts for years and when it goes to crap just rip off the sticker clean it and replace.

 

[weilke]

If you just want it to work, paint it over the old stuff. It's gonna look like a cobblestone street but you won't slide off the wing. If you want it to look nice, strip the old stuff, tape it off and re-paint with the new. We had it done at the last annual and it was worth it. I believe we used the Randolph stuff pictured above. Looks nice and clean.

 

[Bill Watson]

Clean it up, prime, paint then get some of the peel and stick stuff from 3M. They also sell an edge sealer. It lasts for years and when it goes to crap just rip off the sticker clean it and replace.

That sounds like the stuff I used. At 1,000 hours I can’t imagine it wearing off yet.


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[Tarheelpilot]

That sounds like the stuff I used. At 1,000 hours I can’t imagine it wearing off yet.


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It’s all I use on the spray planes. It will last 3-4 years on the sprayers. They are in a rather harsh environment and get pressure washed with a high temp pressure washer every day during the season. I’m sure they would hold up way longer on a regular plane. The edge sealer makes them hold up much longer.

 

[Kritchlow]

Truck Bed Liner Spray Paint: 45 minute job.....MAX

Nice... but why paint the flap? Wouldn’t that just be an invitation to walk on it?
Perhaps that’s okay for your aircraft. If so I guess I’m mistaken.

 

[Paintyourplane.com]

RANDOLPH WING WALK COMPOUND is what we use and we have had no problems with longevity.

 

[GMascelli]

Rust-oleum truck bed lining product works great, do the prep and get things protected by painters tape and paper. I think it stays darker longer, looks great and is easy to do.

I did my Sundowner, here are some before and after shots. http://gmflightlog.blogspot.com/search?q=wing+walk

 

[Bill Watson]

An application idea. Easy to execute with the stick on product.


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[bluerooster]

I decided to replace the nonskid on the wing (pic). Has anyone used this nonskid (other pic) or have any other recommendation? And is it a safe asumption that I need to strip the old nonskid and paint down to bare metal? Any how-to wikis much appreciated!

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I've used it on several occaisions. It works well. just keep it stirred as you use it. The grit will settle out if you don't.
I usually mask the area, and pour it on, then roll it out smooth. Use a cheap disposable roller. and have fun.
I've got the peel and stick on the step on my Cherokee, and used the Randolph on the wing. After 2 years, the Randolph is in great shape, the peel and stick is due for replacement. (YMMV)