After thoroughly cleaning the area and removing any dirt or debris, apply a good-quality primer to help the filler stick. Once this dries, it's time to rough up the surface using coarse sandpaper. A rough surface allows the filler to grip and bond to the vehicle, which should prevent lifting later in the process.
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Posted: Sep 8, 2021
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Step 3. Now you'll need to smooth out the filler by sanding. Grab a sanding block with an 80-grit abrasive sheet and begin smoothing out the completely dry ...
Mar 10, 2008 · The first step is to prep the surface. Here Jeff uses a red Scotch-Brite pad (about the equivalent of 220-grit sandpaper) to scuff the surface ...
Duration: 12:20
Posted: Feb 12, 2023
Posted: Feb 12, 2023
To minimise edging I'll prep the paint before filler with 240 grit sandpaper and finish the filler and surrounding paint with 400 grit before over-painting.
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Posted: Jul 21, 2022
Posted: Jul 21, 2022
Nov 28, 2022 · 1. Preparing The Surface. Start by making sure that the damage and its surrounding area is completely clean. A simple wash-down with soapy water ...
Apr 21, 2022 · If you are using an DA sander, we recommend using heavy-grade (80-120 grit) sandpaper. If you are sanding by hand, drop this back to a lighter ...
Duration: 22:07
Posted: Apr 22, 2014
Posted: Apr 22, 2014