Quick bodywork painting question

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Jem
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Post Thu Nov 24, 2005 3:32 pm

Just a quick one. What grade on wet and dry should I use when removing the guide coat before applying the topcoat? It's been nearly 10 years since I did it at collage. 1200 grit rings a bell.
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Post Thu Nov 24, 2005 3:34 pm

i use 2000 but thats a bit fine for most peps
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Post Thu Nov 24, 2005 4:11 pm

the day is right but it is a bit fine 1800 should be ok but for a better finish 2000 is better