Boot squeaking on painted gear.

[stone1]

Hey guys,

I'm usually not one to paint my gear, I decided to do it on a platform and it looks great. But with wet boots, I'm getting some good squeaks. Is there anything I can apply or use to get rid of the squeaking? Or am I better off just stripping the paint?

 

[Matki15]

Hey guys,

I'm usually not one to paint my gear, I decided to do it on a platform and it looks great. But with wet boots, I'm getting some good squeaks. Is there anything I can apply or use to get rid of the squeaking? Or am I better off just stripping the paint?

Are you sure it’s the paint that’s making it squeak? My boots squeak on my ring of steps when they get wet because they’re rubber boots. Once they dry off it’s not an issue

 

[stone1]

Are you sure it’s the paint that’s making it squeak? My boots squeak on my ring of steps when they get wet because they’re rubber boots. Once they dry off it’s not an issue

Yes, I have two of the same platforms. The standard cast is fine, the painted one squeaks badly.

 

[mattsteg]

Sandpaper time? Or paint with some grit added?

 

[MattMan81]

I just did the edge rap with Paracord on mine. I heard no squeaks. Also noise reduction for setting it up.

 

[Allegheny Tom]

What is the metal? Aluminum or steel? I'm guessing aluminum. If thats the case, then painting was strictly for camo purposes, which is fine but there is no reason to camo the surface where your boots contact. Paint the bottom, the posts, etc but the foot surface doesn't need paint.