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CalJim

06-24-2007 21:45:01




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Just finished a John Deere B using Imron 2.8. Used a turbine type sprayer. Followed all instructions for primer and paint. Paint looks great considering my first attempt. Not a pro job by any means but I'll get better. My question is can I remove some small runs by sanding and polishing? I think there is a way to do this, can someone explain? Thanks CalJim




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R Matthew Songer

06-26-2007 09:14:07




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 Re: Paint flaws in reply to CalJim, 06-24-2007 21:45:01  
It kinda depends on where the runs are. If it is on an area of the tractor that you will focus on when you look at it, then you might be better off deciding on an area to sand and recoat. If it is in a non critical area, the process is as follows:

1) Mask areas that you might scuff that you don't want to.

2) Use a hard cork or rubber block with a minimum of 400 grit wet paper to start. Step up in grit to 1500 as you get close to flush.

3) Clean the sanded area thoroughly in between grit changes. Clean the area again after sanding is done.

4) Apply a small amount of compound that is rated for plastics and plastic type finishes. Usually you rub gently, let the compound dry and buff with a soft clean cloth, turning the cloth often.

The finish needs to be cured to the point of being able to accept washing before trying this. Take some scrap metal, paint it up the same as the tractor, get the paint to run and practice. If you are careful and patient, you shouldn't have to buff all surfaces.

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CNKS

06-25-2007 18:00:25




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 Re: Paint flaws in reply to CalJim, 06-24-2007 21:45:01  
I don't know anything about turbines, and yes you can sand and polish -- I'm not very good at it, and it is hard to explain in a response. It takes practice and a good buffer. If you are satisfied with the gloss and don't have excessive orange peel, etc, try sanding out the runs first then sand it all with 400 and give it another coat before you try color sanding and polishing.



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