Two more things...

* Sectioning

So on this repaint, I have sectioned out the car. Why? Because I need practice! I don't want to wind up with a big orange peel blob again.

The first section was the trunk, which I rollered. It was way more difficult than I expected.

The second section was the hood, which I sprayed. What I learned was that spraying heavy was good, and that air pressure was super important. Not too much fan (on the spray control knob), which results in more atomization pressure. You'll have to play with your gun.

The third section was the rest of the front area -- that is, bumper, and fenders. This third section didn't turn out quite as nicely as the hood, because I was still getting used to the fan control.

I still have several sections to go. Basically, anywhere a body panel comes together with another body panel could be a section. The more sections, the more opportunity to reflect on the job you will have.

* Waxing

I'm not sure how well the paint will hold up with waxing. I'm letting it dry really good before I try that.




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