Just painted the engine bay

lol I think that may be the issue I made sure my garage lights (florescents) were off and no flash so it is ONLY natural light coming in from the open garage door.

As far as am I happy? I think so. Considering I am using cheap equipment with very little skill. This is my first time painting with an HVLP. I am happy that I have the process down and that I know I can fix problems that crop up also. When I first hit the color I had a run went from the door clear to the head light. I wet sanded the next morning painted again and then cleared and you could not see the runs anywhere.

I don't car what anyone says , cheap equipment can produce great results. once you have some "gun time" it can be fun and satisfying. you will only get better. it really helps to have an extra hood or fender around to practice on