Color sanding gang,
> Gary,
>
> I recall starting w/ 600 grit to knock off the orange peel. Then
I
> went to a 1200 to get rid of the 600 scratches. You can then go
to a
> sandpaper called "Colorsand" from what I remember, the grit
wasn't
> stated on it but if I'm not mistaken, it was upwards of around
1600.
> Maybe someoneelse can elaborate?
>
> From there, go to the buffer and you should be pretty happy w/ the
> finish.
>
> Just FYI, I remember being advised to wait 2 - 4 wks before
starting
> this process. Theory is that cure time takes that long what w/
> solvents still rising to the surface.
>
> Best of luck,
>
> Jeff Carter
> B382001987
These are all great tips.
I have never sanded out laquer after the final coat, but I have done
some
acrylic enamel.
I would imagine the proceedure to be the same.
I would use a super flat mixing stick wrapped with several turns of
600 wet or dry. I use a solution of water and dishwashing liquid.
The stick keeps you flat, and knocks off any imperfenctions that
dont conform to the general body work.
After the surface is made flat and void of orang peel valleys,
you can move on to using the rubber paper holder using 900,
1500, then 2000 or 2500 grit paper.
Only then can you move into the finer grit polishes.
This WILL result in a mirror finish, but is a lot of trouble.
You should probably pay close attention to using polishes that
are paintable [no oils or wax], because during this process, you
may find that you need to do some touch up.
Jarrid Gross
[Doctor "Paintman", heal thy self]
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