need help on sanding
fairladyz_gt-r
09-17-2003, 09:52 AM
I messup on the sanding on my Enzo. the to part of the concle*spelling didn't come out smooth i need to sand it down and respray it. but for my pass expreience*spelling i messup alot of time already so this time i am asking ur pros for help! :crying:
chrismcgee
09-17-2003, 10:17 AM
use a very fine grade paper (1000+ grit) and just remove very small amounts at a time. keep checking your progress, if you use to heavy a sandpaper you will remove far too much in one go.
Just take your time, and use very very fine paper to finish the piece for paint
Just take your time, and use very very fine paper to finish the piece for paint
fairladyz_gt-r
09-17-2003, 11:43 AM
Thx u soooo much!~
Murray Kish
09-17-2003, 11:50 AM
I find it hard to get a smooth surface on things that are 'irregular' shaped. I always seem to dig a gouge somewhere or end up with an 'uneven' job. I've started using rubbing compound to do some of the finish sanding on these pieces. Just put a little on a toothbrush, and scrub away.
FYI, the stuff I use is just the Turtle Wax brand normally used for cars. It comes in a red 'tub' about 2" high and 4-5" across and will last me forever. It's quite abrasive and does a good job. Just rinse the part off and with soapy water and another toothbrush when you're done.
Note that it is quite a bit more abrasive than polishing compound that many people use here for their final paint treatment, so don't confuse the two.
Murray
FYI, the stuff I use is just the Turtle Wax brand normally used for cars. It comes in a red 'tub' about 2" high and 4-5" across and will last me forever. It's quite abrasive and does a good job. Just rinse the part off and with soapy water and another toothbrush when you're done.
Note that it is quite a bit more abrasive than polishing compound that many people use here for their final paint treatment, so don't confuse the two.
Murray
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