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This past Sunday I sprayed Clear Coat on my freshly panted 67 mustang. Though Saturday was perfect, Sunday was windy so many particles got into the clear coat, some down to the paint. How do I fix? Do I sand with 1000/1500 grit until all particles are our and then re-clear coat?? This is my first restore and do not expect it to be a show car but would like it to look nice. Please give me step by step direction if possible.
Hi Richard,
Depending on how bad it is you may be able to just wet sand with 1500 grit and then polish with a rubbing compound and final glaze. If that doesn't work or if it's too bad you can wet sand with 1000 grit and then re-clear coat. If you have lots of trash I would recommend re-clearing.
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Gary
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I can answer most questions on auto refinishing materials. Especially PPG products. I have knowledge in the latest repair materials and techniques. When it comes to automotive paint I have a solid understanding of how things work.
Experience
I have worked in a PPG paint retail/wholesale business for the last 15 years. I have dealt with many issues regarding paint and repair materials on a daily basis over the years. I don't know that I have all the answers but I would be willing to try.
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PPG Trained and Certified. Training with 3M products and Meguair's products.
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