Rustoleum doesn't hold up as well as automotive paint. I've
painted trailers, and lawn tractors with it and after a few
years it's all chalked up and dull. Also GW is right about the
hardness, the binders in Rustoleum arent as good as in the auto
paint.
Denny G
I completely agree with the above statement. Consequently, I avoid using Rustoleum where the paint is constantly exposed to sunlight. But, I use Rustoleum for underhood parts, frame, inner fenders, etc. Basically, anywhere the sun doesn't shine. It will perform very well. I also used Rustoleum for the steering wheel, and mast jacket, but I cleared the paint for hopefully improved durability. The clear did not lift the Rustoleum, but I allowed the paint to cure for a least a week or more before applying the catalyzed automotive clear.
