Body and exterior tips

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(Handling and storing paints, finishes, and related products)
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*Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener.
 
*Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener.
 
*Use inexpensive plastic condiment bottles to dispense compound, polish, and glazes.
 
*Use inexpensive plastic condiment bottles to dispense compound, polish, and glazes.
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*It's very important to keep the nozzles of spray cans clean. Be sure to shake spray cans for the amount of time listed on the can, no less. After shaking, turn the can upside down and spray once to clear the nozzle. When done spraying, turn the can upside down, and clear the nozzle and pickup tube by spraying out all of the paint that is inside them. For more details, see Brian Martin's article on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/what-proper-way-spray-paint-can-41513.html#post285843 Rattle can basics].
  
 
===Spray guns and spraying technique===
 
===Spray guns and spraying technique===

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