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Questions about Painting My Miata


Misipislim
06-27-2006, 11:46 AM
I have removed the plastic nose cone and rear license plate area on my 1996 Miata in order to paint them.

I have sanded progressively to 400 grit. I do not plan to prime these parts. My questions are:


Should I sand to a finer grit for adhesion?

How long do I wait between coats to sand? and when I do, what grit do I use and should it be wet or dry?

Is sanding necessary between final coat and clear coat?

Thanks

dave92cherokee
07-03-2006, 10:57 PM
If you don't use primer before you paint the parts then the paint won't look that good. If you expect a good high gloss shine to it then always prime before painting. Wet sanding after final coat is a good idea it helps remove any contaminants in the paint and orange peel to give it the best look.

Misipislim
07-10-2006, 05:40 PM
I have painted the plastic nose and tail of my Miata with acceptable results. How long should the paint cure b4 wet sanding, and what grits should i use?

Greenblurr93
08-22-2006, 08:16 PM
24 hrs....ans use 1500 wet and then buff

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