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Read entire directions before beginning.
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Surface Preparation
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All surfaces must be dry, clean, and free from all dirt, oil, grease, and wax.
1. Wash surfaces with soap and water; then dry completely.
a. For best results, use wax and grease remover or Prep Solvent with lint free towel (optional).
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Sanding
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If there is enough damage where sanding is needed:
1. Sand with 180 grit wet sandpaper to remove rust or bad surface damage.
2. Follow with 320 grit wet sandpaper to remove the 180 grit scratch.
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Gray Acrylic Lacquer Primer Application
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1. Thoroughly shake Bottle before applying.
2. Apply waiting 5-10 minutes between each coat. Apply 2-3 coats on the total repair area until completely covered.
3. Wait 30 minutes before sanding with 600 grit wet sandpaper or applying color. Do not use prep solvent over fresh primer.
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Colored Basecoat Application
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1. Thoroughly shake Bottle before applying.
2. Apply waiting 5-10 minutes between light coats. Apply as many light to medium coats as necessary to completely cover the repair area. Do not wet sand or use prep solvent between coats of basecoat.
a. Especially with silvers and other metallic colors, the color can be lightened by applying lighter coats and darkened by applying heavier coats. Use a test surface to know which is needed.
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Acrylic Lacquer Clear Application
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1. Assure that it has been at least one hour after the last coat of basecoat to apply the clearcoat.
2. Apply waiting 10-20 minutes between each coat. Apply 2-3 coats of clearcoat using a light dabbing motion as to not disturb the basecoat.
3. Wait one day to use the Rubbing Compound to bring out a higher gloss level. Do not wax the repair for one month.
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