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General => Cosmetic and bodywork matters => Topic started by: dubsport on 19 October 2007, 19:40

Title: Rubbing down
Post by: dubsport on 19 October 2007, 19:40

when rubbing down spoilers and boot plinths ready for spraying is it best to rub it down so its totally smooth or do i 'key' it so the paint holds?

thanks

Title: Re: Rubbing down
Post by: dubsport on 21 October 2007, 14:05

anyone? :)

Title: Re: Rubbing down
Post by: Grazer on 21 October 2007, 22:59

A good "keying" should do the job.
I'll be doing the same thing shortly with my new boot/grille spoiler and support.  :cool:

Title: Re: Rubbing down
Post by: Conker on 22 October 2007, 09:19

I did a little bit of rattle can spraying the other week and I keyed the surface with wet and dry, then anti-rust primer (which fills all the scratches), then very fine wet and dry, then top coat.

Worked a treat.

Title: Re: Rubbing down
Post by: Grazer on 23 October 2007, 01:04

I usually try high-build primer for the minor scratches and imperfections.