To apply Motor Coater with a spray gun, do I reduce, how much, and with what?
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</script><p>When spraying <a style="color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;" href="https://kbs-coatings.com/motor-coater" target="_top"><strong>Motor Coater</strong></a>, the following spray pressures are recommended: <strong>Siphon / Pot guns:</strong> 35–45 psi (250–330 kPa). <strong>Gravity / Top container guns:</strong> 25–35 psi (170–250 kPa). Thinning of 5–10% is normally adequate. Use <a style="color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;" href="https://kbs-coatings.com/number1-thinner" target="_top">KBS #1 Thinner</a> or Xylene only — both are slower evaporating solvents specifically designed to work with Motor Coater for a smooth, professional finish.</p><table style="background-color:#fffbe6;border-collapse:collapse;border-left:4px solid #e6b800;border-radius:4px;margin:20px 0;width:100%;" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="padding:16px 18px;"><p style="color:#7a5c00;font-size:15px;margin:0 0 6px;"><strong>Pro Tip</strong></p><p style="color:#333;font-size:14px;margin:0;">Only use KBS #1 Thinner or Xylene to thin Motor Coater. Their slower evaporation rate allows the coating to flow and level properly — fast evaporating solvents can cause dry spray and poor adhesion.</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Before you begin, review the complete Motor Coater application instructions for full prep, thinning, and spray guidance.</p><table style="background-color:#f5f5f5;border-collapse:collapse;border-left:4px solid #cc0000;border-radius:4px;margin:20px 0;width:100%;" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="padding:16px 18px;"><p style="color:#1a1a1a;font-size:15px;margin:0 0 6px;"><strong>Ready to Paint Your Engine?</strong></p><p style="color:#444;font-size:14px;margin:0 0 14px;">Get the full Motor Coater directions and shop Motor Coater and KBS #1 Thinner to get everything you need for a professional finish.</p><a style="background-color:#fff;border:1px solid #999;color:#1a1a1a;display:inline-block;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:8px;margin-right:10px;padding:9px 18px;text-decoration:none;" href="https://kbs-coatings.com/motor-coater-directions" target="_top"><strong>Motor Coater Directions</strong></a><a style="background-color:#cc0000;color:#fff;display:inline-block;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:8px;padding:9px 18px;text-decoration:none;" href="https://kbs-coatings.com/motor-coater" target="_top"><strong>Shop Motor Coater</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>