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Old 26 November 2007, 05:57 PM
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i have done a DIY refurb on my alloys.
i've top coated them gold, do i need to key this surface with fine grade wet and dry before i apply the laquer? or do i just spray it on top of the top coat? i've read the tin and it gives no indication on the next stage. i'm baffled i don't want to ruin all the work i've done too.
Old 26 November 2007, 06:02 PM
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Just put your clear coat straight on. Be a good idea to warm the area with a hairdryer or heat gun first in the current weather though
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thanks Weso, i appreciate your response i'll do that tomorrow all the best.
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scotch pad lightly then laquer, wet sand and polish.
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Originally Posted by Bern
scotch pad lightly then laquer,
I wouldnt do that, just clear coat strait over the base coat.
Dont scotch it!
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Originally Posted by green un
I wouldnt do that, just clear coat strait over the base coat.
Dont scotch it!
What he said. Never any need to scotch base before clear coating.
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i done mine 2 weeks ago (just laquer them) . what ever you do dont go near the fresh paint with wet/dry or a scotch pad.
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