07-15-2012, 08:30 AM
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#215
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Scooby Specialist
Member#: 74392
Join Date: Nov 2004
Chapter/Region:
MAIC
Location: Virginia
Vehicle:2010 STI DGM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MattTHEpainter
I'm not well versed in spray can refinishing, but have applied base coat with a can before. Apply light coats of base, just enough to cover. Many people apply the base too thick and it will become "orange peeled". As for the clear, achieving a "mirror-like finish" is difficult with a lacquer based top coat. Spray 2-3 medium/wet coats, no light coats. Then use 2000/1500 wet sand paper depending on level of imperfections. Buff with a high speed rotary and compound, this should smooth out any peel.
What are you painting?
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Interior bits on my STI.
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