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Blacking out tail light filler pannel?

Old 05-16-2007, 06:15 AM
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I've seen it done before but can't find a write-up on the best/easiest way to do it. I've heard of wetsanding then using plastic polish to smooth it back out. Is this the best way? I don't wanna end up with a bunch of swirls at the end and I don't have access to a PC. Details please

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I wetsanded mine, with 400 and 600 grit. Sprayed some sandable primer on it, sanded it until it was completely smooth. Painted with black GM code paint, clear coat and Bam I was done. I've done it four or five times now. I have an extra one laying around.
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Woopse. Didn't see it last time I was browsing the stickies. Sorry about that and thanks
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Just wetsand it, even if you get some swirl marks after sanding the primer should cover them up and then when you paint it you wont even see them.


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