View Full Version : Wetsanding?!
trueblueblood
03-12-2004, 04:09 PM
I`m wondering if anybody can reccomen any websites or particular articles that go in depth about wetsanding and technique and where do you fine wetsanding supplies? Thanks
Magellan498
03-12-2004, 04:11 PM
Check this out:
http://www.goodspeedmotoring.com/?page=color_sanding
trueblueblood
03-12-2004, 04:18 PM
Thanks Miguel I think I`m still gonna want you to wetsand those spots but I just wanna see the process but I just wanna learn more about!
Magellan498
03-12-2004, 04:24 PM
No prob! :D
Gonzo
03-12-2004, 05:25 PM
Here for bulk quantities:
http://www.sisweb.com/micromesh/
Or for play & experimentation, there is also a local source at Woodcraft, Holister & 290. Comes in a box, with 2 sheets (4" x 6" approx) each of 1500, 1800, 2400, 3200, 2600 ,4000, 6000, 8000 & 12000 grit. About $40/box
IntrstlarOvrdrv
03-12-2004, 07:19 PM
look through the tech on www.hotrod.com I recall several issues where they showed how to wetsand, maybe this can help?:nixweiss
jimmybuffit
03-13-2004, 03:48 AM
That technique is is fine for single stage paint.
It will ruin a clearcoat.
Most cars in the last 15 years have a multistage clearcoated system. Wetsanding removes the crucial `skin` of the clear, taking UV protection with it.
Failure is seldom immediate... might take 6 months to a year...
Jim
admac
03-13-2004, 04:23 AM
i`m pretty sure some members here have wetsanded clears without doing much damage. are you saying it`s just simply not possible to wetsand clear?