Rubbing Compound

[GD8ver2]

Hi~!

Can Rubbing compound be used to remove dust under a coat of paint. I know the Compound can remove some paint off the models, but will it work ?

[freakmech]

if i understand you correctly... yes it can but it depends how deep the dust is. it will at least smooth it out but may leave a little black speck in the paint.

[primera man]

If the dust is well trapped under 3-4 layers of paint you might have a job getting it out with just compound.

[freakmech]

yeah, in fact go to the Automotive store or Wal-Mart and get some 2000 grit wet and dry sandpaper. lightly wet-sand (see FAQ) and then use rubbing compound.

[GD8ver2]

icic thx for the replies. Sorry about my grammar. I wrote that thread in less than one minute. So I didnt get a chance to read what I have written.

[freakray]

Originally Posted by GD8ver2

icic thx for the replies. Sorry about my grammar. I wrote that thread in less than one minute. So I didnt get a chance to read what I have written.

Your first post's grammar was fine....what happened to the second post?

[aN4rK1]

Originally Posted by freakray

Your first post's grammar was fine....what happened to the second post?

Whats wrong with his grammer on this one? All i see are a few abbriviations and thats about it lol. I also got a question, what kind of rubbing compound do you guys use? Like i have the tamiya coarse, fine, and finish ones. Which one should i use?

[GD8ver2]

I use Tamiya Rubbing compound.

[aN4rK1]

Originally Posted by GD8ver2

I use Tamiya Rubbing compound.

Which type is what i was wondering, i have three types.

[nis.k.a.]

Originally Posted by aN4rK1

Which type is what i was wondering, i have three types.

If you have all three grades of Tamiya rubbing compound than you need no other. Start with the most course then use fine and then super fine.

[aN4rK1]

Originally Posted by nis.k.a.

If you have all three grades of Tamiya rubbing compound than you need no other. Start with the most course then use fine and then super fine.

Ya thats what i was thinking, seems logical. So i use a coat of all three then tamiya wax? My paint jobs arent bad so should get a good shine right?

[nis.k.a.]

Originally Posted by aN4rK1

Ya thats what i was thinking, seems logical. So i use a coat of all three then tamiya wax? My paint jobs arent bad so should get a good shine right?

Be careful not to rub through the paint.

[aN4rK1]

Originally Posted by nis.k.a.

Be careful not to rub through the paint.

Ok i gotcha, i was reading the How-TO by P-man, i think i got it

[Lurchio]

I rubbed through the pant on my first two this year - wasn't impressed - currently waiting for recoat to harden!
Well at least I'll learn from it!

[Sticky Fingers]

I'm so paranoid about ruining a good paint job that I apply clearcoat and then rub that out instead. Works great! Especially when you have to apply decals.