Yeah. You're right. I kind of ran out of steam preparing everything for that blog post.

Thoroughly enjoyed the read and your coverage of the process. A couple questions: How pleased were you with the final texture and finish of the paint after your process? Seems it would be tricky to emulate the original rubberized finish with spray paint. I'm considering a restoration of an old ThinkPad with similar issues. Any steps you would do different or recommendations you would make for someone who is considering a restoration?

The thing I'd do differently with the paint is even more sanding. I've never tried something like this before and it's outside my usual skill set.

Same here, paint work is not my forte but I'm interested in learning more and improving my skill set in this area. I've found through various failed paint projects that surface prep is critical. I used to think that paint would 'fill in' minor surface issues like scratches but it seems to actually highlight them in some cases. Your paint job looks really nice though. Thanks for your insight and nice work on the restoration!

I'd love to be a fly on the wall in the meeting where this idea was proposed. Was the initial laughter severe? Was it muted? Was it not laughter but actual "hmm" while thinking about it being a good idea? Like how many follow up pitches did it take?

I've been a part of meetings with pitches on how to solve something where I've been shot down and weeks spent on other ideas only for them to fail ultimately coming to my original suggestion to work. It is very satisfying. I'm guessing the person(s) that came up with this might have had a similar experience.