Back tape opening (handle, lock cylinder, mirror)
Clean component (solvent wash)
Clean sprayer
Color coat application
Initial dry sand (as recommended by paint manufacturer)
Light buff, lacquer paint only
Load sprayer
Mask adjacent panels (3 foot perimeter)
Mask / close gap between adjacent panels up to foam tape (over spray)
Mask glass opening
Mask / protect grille radiator opening (over spray)
Mix pre-made color with necessary solvents
Primer-Sealer coat application
Primer-Sealer coat final clean
Primer-Sealer coat final application
Remove masking
Retrieve accurate color information, including paint chip
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Adhesion promoter (unprimed flexible component)
Backside refinishing
Blending into adjacent panels
Color matching to adjacent panels
Cover mask engine / compartment to prevent overspray
Cover / mask entire exterior of vehicle to prevent overspray damage
Cover / mask for prime and block
Cover / mask for cut-in
Cover / mask recessed edges / jambs
Cover / mask trunk / compartment to prevent overspray
Cover / mask interior of vehicle to prevent overspray damage
Edge refinishing
Flash/wait time between material applications
Grind, fill & smooth welded seams
(up to 150 grit sandpaper)
Paint or material costs
Prime & block (high build / primer-filler)
Test spray-out panel
Tinting Primer-Sealer
Tinting to achieve color match
Underside refinishing
Weld, grind or sanding damage to adjacent
panels
Wet sanding
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