anthonyr(at)aqua.civag.unimelb.EDU.AU,Internet writes:
>Christopher and others,
>I have resprayed my Minx and done a patch on the Alpine and I don't know
>how to get a finish such as you are describing. I've used buff and shine
>paste which says it will do it but I am always left with ultra fine
>scoring
>which is too visible when viewing the reflections of bright objects.
>Even
>the finish from the panel shop when they did a repair shows this fine
>scratching.
>Also, I started the buffing of the paint with 1200 sandpaper, which
>shouldn't be too coarse, should it?
>How do I get it mirror smooth?
>Anthony.
>>All,
>> The body, a beautiful Forest Green (96), was done by a friend for
>>what I consider to be a very good price. It has been color sanded to
>>the nth degree and looks incredible, except for the few inevitable
>>chips and scratches acquired during the project. The paint is so clear
>>you could use it as a mirror for shaving.
>>Christopher Albers
>>'67 SV od BRG
>>
>>
>From: Agent 86 <anthonyr(at)aqua.civag.unimelb.EDU.AU>
>Subject: Re: Chrome
>Date: Thu, 20 Nov 1997 10:11:27 +1100
After spraying the car you need to wet sand it. Prep the surface with
a wax/ grease remover and make sure there are no grit particles on the
surface by wiping with a tack rag, otherwise you will ruin the paint.
Using a constant supply of water from a hose or the like begin sanding
a small area in a circular motion with 1200 grit paper attached to a
sponge to make sure even pressure is applied. The paper must be soaked
in water for 20 min or so before starting. As you sand periodocally
dip the paper in water to keep it clean and to prevent clogging. Do a
small area at a time until you've completed the car. Repeat the
process using 1600 and then 2000. Some painters use 1200, 1400,1600
then 2000; or just do 1200, 1400, and 1600. To achieve the best result
though you must go to 2000. Hope this helps and if I got any of it
wrong, someone please correct me.
Christopher Albers
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