MadaboutKitcars

Anyway, now I've finished making that sound in my throat that Marge Simpson makes when she disapproves of something, Mike, how the ruddy hell do you get such a great shine on your paintwork?

That finish is awsome . What's the secret?

Oh, and given the events of the last 24 hours I'll understand completely if you now tell me to do one...

Hi mr towed how are you today, i will help you dont be silly

Basically lots and lots of preparation. Once all filler work done , i sprayed the miglia in three coats of high build primer. Misted a guiede coat all over the body, and blocked the car with a block and 240 gritt paper. Once done re primed again with two coats of high build and once dryed repeated the process with 500 and then 600 wet and dry paper. Coloured and lacquered , and moped after.

Allways here to help folks

So basically Mike, when you think you've finished go again.

You got it in one, prep is the key

We still talking about paint prep ?

Thanks for the tips Mike, couple of questions from a total novice though:

When you say 'blocked' are you talking about a regular, cork sanding block?

I recall from a previous thread that 'mop' is sprayer's slang for polish, but what brand/type do you recommend?

I guess you're using 2-pack paint colour coat as you've lacquered it, anything different I should do/know when using old fashioned cellulose?

I think that's about it for now, I'm off to bed to dream about ways to install my bonnet louvres...

Hi mate, your bonnet louvres look good by the way good job. I like using a rubber block for rubbing down , as i find it will shape up better. As for the mopping lol, This is a machine that runs at a steady pace ,a bit like myself these days , you will need polishing compound, maybe a g3 or like . If your looking for a nice flat paint finish , you will more likely to get this in a spray booth. So im thinking your painting in a small garage , make sure you well ventilate and wear a decent mask . I dampen down the floor prior spraying as to stop any dust being kicked up by your self. Wear paper overalls also to help dust,and take your time .

When your ready for the polishing stage, i surggest flating down the paint starting with 1500 wet and dry to 2000. You can even buy 3000 for final , but thats up to you. When you have flatted and dryed up, apply a small amount of compond and keep a water spray bottle to keep the area cool when moping. Do one an area time , you might need to repeat a couple of time depending on paint finish. Keep the mop away from edges, and dont hold the mop in one area as you will burn paint!!. nice side to side flowing.

Its all a practice , its your first time , so all i can say , is mega preparation and degreasing prior primer and paint , plus take your time.

Thanks Mike, I'm looking forward to having a go.