Body and exterior tips
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*To sand under rubber, lift it up by forcing a cord or coated wire under it. | *To sand under rubber, lift it up by forcing a cord or coated wire under it. | ||
*Use a different sanding block for each grit of sandpaper. This will save time, and it will ensure that sandpaper is worn out before removing it from the block. | *Use a different sanding block for each grit of sandpaper. This will save time, and it will ensure that sandpaper is worn out before removing it from the block. | ||
− | *Understand the different sandpaper grit ratings and and their micron equivalents. For more information, see [http://www.autobodystore.com/paper_grading.htm Abrasive | + | *Understand the different sandpaper grit ratings and and their micron equivalents. For more information, see this [http://www.autobodystore.com/paper_grading.htm Abrasive grade comparison chart]. |
*When color sanding a panel: | *When color sanding a panel: | ||
#Sand in alternating directions. For example, sand vertically with 1000 grit, then horizontally with 1500 or 2000 grit. | #Sand in alternating directions. For example, sand vertically with 1000 grit, then horizontally with 1500 or 2000 grit. |