Removing Taillight Tint.....
Removing Taillight Tint..... Ok guys need some professional advice. I sprayed my taillights with VHT which went HORRIBLY wrong. I think there was something wrong with the contents of the can. Anyways I sanded most of it off but there is still a little bit on there. What would be the best way to get rid of it? What all grits of sandpaper should I use?
what was the issue? fisheye/orange peel?
no offense, but the contents would not be the problem. proper application and prep-work are usually where these issues occur, resulting in an unpleasant final product.
in any case, i would use a wet/dry 1000 grit sandpaper and wetsand the remaining VHT off the lenses.
no offense, but the contents would not be the problem. proper application and prep-work are usually where these issues occur, resulting in an unpleasant final product.
in any case, i would use a wet/dry 1000 grit sandpaper and wetsand the remaining VHT off the lenses.
No it was the contents. The paint was coming out a hazy color almost white. I bought 3 cans total the side markers came out perfect but on the last can something was wrong with the paint. Ruined my taillights.
No I will not be reapplying VHT.
No I will not be reapplying VHT.
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This does happen, Ive used tons of vht and have had more than a few bad cans, to where now i test them before use.
Ive ruined stuff after working on it all day on a brand new bad can.
The worst is getting a bad tip and it dripping on your surface while your painting
You can use sandpaper to remove the rest no problem. You can even use lower than 600, just make sure you smooth it back out and work your way back up in grit. Ive had to do it a few times.
Also, VHT (and places that sell it) are usually good about giving you another can if you get a bad one. I use to order it from summit when it was cheaper through them and all I had to do is call and tell them I got a bad can(and ruined my work) and they actually sent me 2 more. right on
Last edited by MurderedOut; Apr 2, 2010 at 11:13 PM.
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Like others have mentioned. I would start with 600 grit wet sandpaper and work your way on up to 2500. Once wet sanded smooth, a good buff/and polish and the tails should look as good as new.
My other advice would be to get them professionally tinted with automotive clears and such that a paint and auto body would use. The results turn out so much better than the VHT. I know some will argue the point, but it's just my opinion. I have used both and I am much more satisfied with the results. Good luck!
My other advice would be to get them professionally tinted with automotive clears and such that a paint and auto body would use. The results turn out so much better than the VHT. I know some will argue the point, but it's just my opinion. I have used both and I am much more satisfied with the results. Good luck!
Like others have mentioned. I would start with 600 grit wet sandpaper and work your way on up to 2500. Once wet sanded smooth, a good buff/and polish and the tails should look as good as new.
My other advice would be to get them professionally tinted with automotive clears and such that a paint and auto body would use. The results turn out so much better than the VHT. I know some will argue the point, but it's just my opinion. I have used both and I am much more satisfied with the results. Good luck!
My other advice would be to get them professionally tinted with automotive clears and such that a paint and auto body would use. The results turn out so much better than the VHT. I know some will argue the point, but it's just my opinion. I have used both and I am much more satisfied with the results. Good luck!
