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Its time to cut & Buff, Update with photos |
PanelBilly |
Apr 10 2009, 10:00 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I've decided that I've waited long enough. I'm starting with the shell and got the 800 and 1000 done tonight. A little interuption with a kid and a broken car took me away for a while, but in the morning I'm back at it!
I'd post a photo but I was too busy rubbing to use the camera. |
RJMII |
Apr 10 2009, 10:12 PM
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Jim McIntosh Group: Members Posts: 3,125 Joined: 11-September 07 From: Sandy, Utah Member No.: 8,112 Region Association: None |
good deal, Billy! I'm glad you're able to get to work on your project.
Thanks for taking a break for a minute. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) or 60? The kid appreciates the time and effort. |
Wes V |
Apr 11 2009, 08:36 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 482 Joined: 11-October 07 From: Los angeles Member No.: 8,211 |
Enjoying rubbing out a car is a true indication that you are sick!!
(seeing the results of something you have done yourself, can't be compared to anything!!) Wes |
computers4kids |
Apr 11 2009, 09:04 AM
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Love these little cars! Group: Members Posts: 2,443 Joined: 11-June 05 From: Port Townsend, WA Member No.: 4,253 Region Association: None |
I've decided that I've waited long enough. I'm starting with the shell and got the 800 and 1000 done tonight. A little interuption with a kid and a broken car took me away for a while, but in the morning I'm back at it! I'd post a photo but I was too busy rubbing to use the camera. That's one thing nice when you do it yourself, you know you have plenty of material sprayed down. It's pretty much like a diamond in the ruff...just be careful not to cut through on the edges. An then the buffer... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Post some pictures when you can, we'll be looking forward to them. |
PanelBilly |
Apr 11 2009, 09:26 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Back at it this morning and it's break time. I'm being so careful not to cut too deep on the edges. I'd post some photos, but I haven't figured out how to resize photos on this computer in the shop. I've downloaded XP toys, but the right click option doesn't offer me resize??? Anybody know what I'm doing wrong?
I guess its time to run out and get some donuts to power the arm motion. |
brant |
Apr 11 2009, 09:52 AM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 11,632 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Colorado Member No.: 47 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
good job
keep at it. and I always tackle this job with the EXPECTATION that I'm going to go through in at least one spot... that way I'm a lot less disappointed when I do cut an edge. It's not the end of the world, just a touch up. brant |
RJMII |
Apr 11 2009, 10:14 AM
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Jim McIntosh Group: Members Posts: 3,125 Joined: 11-September 07 From: Sandy, Utah Member No.: 8,112 Region Association: None |
nm; you got pics working.
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PanelBilly |
Apr 11 2009, 01:33 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
800,1000,1200,1500 and now it's time for lunch |
PanelBilly |
Apr 14 2009, 11:40 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Last night I finished one side. Nice and shinny again
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my928s4 |
Apr 14 2009, 11:47 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 349 Joined: 18-August 07 From: Spokane, WA Member No.: 8,018 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Excellent work, that finish looks great. I hope mine turns out half as good !
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MDG |
Apr 14 2009, 11:47 AM
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Wolf in wolf's clothing. Group: Members Posts: 8,652 Joined: 3-February 09 From: Toronto Member No.: 10,018 Region Association: None |
looks great! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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turboman808 |
Apr 14 2009, 12:07 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,718 Joined: 31-January 06 From: North Jersey Member No.: 5,505 Region Association: North East States |
I would be scared to get near paint with sand paper no matter how fine the grit. I guess you get used to it with alot of practice.
I am wondering if you can get the same effect by using a heavy compound and pad with a machine. Granted it may take longer since you are not taking off as much paint but less likely to cut to deep. That car is gonna look great when it's done. |
ssstikircr |
Apr 14 2009, 01:01 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 200 Joined: 11-January 09 From: Fair Oaks, Ca Member No.: 9,920 Region Association: Northern California |
looking GOOD so far (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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PanelBilly |
Apr 14 2009, 02:45 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I would be scared to get near paint with sand paper no matter how fine the grit. I guess you get used to it with alot of practice. I am wondering if you can get the same effect by using a heavy compound and pad with a machine. Granted it may take longer since you are not taking off as much paint but less likely to cut to deep. That car is gonna look great when it's done. I applied extra clear coat with the intent of sanding about a layer off. Its hard to see the shine of the clear turn to a hase, but by the time I get to the first polish of 3500 grit compound the shine is back again. |
slow914 |
Apr 14 2009, 07:36 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 150 Joined: 5-February 08 From: Kirkland, WA Member No.: 8,671 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I would be scared to get near paint with sand paper no matter how fine the grit. I guess you get used to it with alot of practice. I am wondering if you can get the same effect by using a heavy compound and pad with a machine. Granted it may take longer since you are not taking off as much paint but less likely to cut to deep. That car is gonna look great when it's done. You use the sandpaper to flatten the texture and dirt out of the clear and compound to remove the fine scratches by kind of melting it all smooth. A heavy compound on very fresh paint will only slightly soften the worst orange peel, the amount of heat required to melt the texture away would clean wipe the paint off the panel. Sanding clear is an art and billy that looks damn good, how many cars have you done that to? Did you use a DA for any steps? What compounds are you using? Cant wait to see it on the ground. |
SGB |
Apr 14 2009, 09:58 PM
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just visiting Group: Members Posts: 4,086 Joined: 8-March 03 From: Huntsville, AL Member No.: 404 Region Association: South East States |
its so purty, paw.
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rick 918-S |
Apr 14 2009, 10:06 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,471 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
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charliew |
Apr 15 2009, 08:34 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,363 Joined: 31-July 07 From: Crawford, TX. Member No.: 7,958 |
heat? melt? the different grit papers gradually level the surface and each grit removes the previous sand scratches until the final grit is then polished out with the compounds. If it gets hot you're doing something very wrong.
The color is beginning to grow on me. The car looks perfect. |
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