Body and exterior tips
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#Trim out the shape on the spreader. | #Trim out the shape on the spreader. | ||
*To clean body filler spreaders, use a 3M scratch pad with lacquer thinner on it. | *To clean body filler spreaders, use a 3M scratch pad with lacquer thinner on it. | ||
| + | *For reproducing small parts such as gaskets, use plastic body filler to make a mold: | ||
| + | #If you don't already have the part, you have to make something in its shape (for example, carve it out of soft plastic). | ||
| + | #Apply some wax to the part (this will act as a mold release), and lay it down on a piece of wax paper. | ||
| + | #Mix up some body filler, and place it in a small cup or bowl (the cap on a plastic jug may work). | ||
| + | #While the filler is still wet, place it over the part. | ||
| + | #When the filler hardens, you can remove it and use it as your mold. | ||
==Cleanliness== | ==Cleanliness== | ||
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