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Provided you are ambitious Sufficiently to repaint your vehivle yourself, the anterior method is to prepare the surface for the apply of primer and distemper. Correct preparation Testament guard plentiful adhesion of a inexperienced coat of tint. There are many ways that professionals remove gloss vehivle emulsion, including sandblasting, chemical stripping and acid dunking. For a do-it-yourself project, however, sanding is your best bet.
Instructions
1. Pry off any trim from the auto body with a screwdriver.
2.4. Rough-sand the entire car, using a dual-action sander with 80- to 100-grit sandpaper. Work the sander in circular motions, applying medium pressure. It is not necessary to remove the paint all the way to the bare metal to repaint; just remove the gloss finish.
Scrape any adhesive residue, pinstriping, decals, stickers and any other stuck-on gunk with a razor blade.3. Wash the car with solvent-based automotive cleaner and degreaser to ensure all grease, residue and buildup are removed. Use an emery cloth to receive into nooks and crannies that the sander can't reach.
5. Remove the coarser scratches from the initial sanding by re-sanding with 180- to 220-grit sandpaper.
6. Sand with 320- to 400-grit sandpaper until you achieve a dull, but smooth surface.
7. Wipe down the entire car with mineral spirits, using a rag, to prepare for priming and remove sanding dust.
