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You don't have to allow each coat to dry completely. You can recoat the primer as soon as the previous coat become tacky. If you spray light coats, you can recoat in ten minutes. After about an hour of this, you should have the primer coat done. It should completely cover all the surface, and it should have a uniform appearance. [links]
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For metallics use similar technique as above for painting (just light coats) you dont want to get runs in it.
Key the surface of the fibreglass panels, use p600 wet and dry until you have no shiny surface left. here
If you do get runs dont worry too much, leave it overnight to dry and then lightly sand them out with
p600 and use soapy water on the surface (stops the paper clogging) [links]
Use the 1200 grit sandpaper and long sanding block to sand the primered surface lightly. Sand just enough to remove the top layer of primer to make a smooth surface for the paint to be applied. Wipe the entire car down with wax and grease remover and a lint free cloth. [links]
Sand the surface of the fiberglass car with 120 grit sand paper on a long sanding block. This roughens the surface and prepares the car for primer. This step also allows you to see any dings, dents or warped areas of the fiberglass that need to be repaired. more
Wipe the surface of the fiberglass car with wax and grease remover and a lint free cloth. Spray three coats of urethane or epoxy primer on the car. Use light, even coats of primer so it doesn't build up in one area or cause runs. Allow each coat to dry. more
Paint the fiberglass car using four coats of paint. Use light, even strokes when spraying the paint so that no runs occur. Allow each coat of paint to dry thoroughly before applying the next coat.
Fiberglass cars are not as common as metal/steel cars; they're generally kit cars, race cars and custom-made car bodies used by automotive enthusiasts. Fiberglass is not as durable as metal and can crack and chip easily. Some fiberglass cars need to be repainted completely to repair damage and make the car look new again. Learn how to paint fiberglass cars by following the steps below. here
Apply three coats of clear to the painted surface. The clear coat is to protect the paint from UV rays and light scratches. [links]
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This article was co-authored by Mitchell Newman. Mitchell Newman is the Principal at Habitar Design and its sister company Stratagem Construction in Chicago, Illinois. He has 20 years of experience in construction, interior design and real estate development.
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