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Old May 5, 2010 | 09:00 PM
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I just finished painting my engine compartment and have some orange peel to get out....I was wondering what is a good product to use in this process... I know im going to have to sand it down, but not sure what type of compound and finisher would be good to use...Just want to see what you all use...
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Old May 5, 2010 | 09:28 PM
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In an engine compartment there are hardly any flat areas, making it very difficult to sand and buff. It can be done, but it's way easier to scuff it with a grey scotchbrite and re-clear it.

Sand the obviously orange-peeled areas with some 800 or 1000 and scotchbrite the rest.
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Old May 6, 2010 | 12:36 AM
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X2 that would be the easiest way to get around hours and hours of work.
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Old May 6, 2010 | 02:45 AM
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What whistler said. With uneven surfaces, you risk burning through.

But then again, it doesn't really need to be buffed. It isn't shiny from the factory
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