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Old Jul 18, 2009 | 04:08 PM
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yeah those spray cans just don't get the proper atomization of the paint to get it on smooth. wetsanding and respraying will just end up with the same rough appearance due to that.. so i would wetsand the orange peel with 2000 or 2500 and buff them back up to a smooth shine.

also if the basecoat is layed down rough it will definitly effect how nice the top coat lays down. whats on bottom effects whats on top

don't use the buffer on max speed because it is a curved surface and you'll quickly burn through a layer of clear.. slow, light pressure and take your time. finish off with some clear coat glaze polish

can always hand polish too
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:17 PM
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here's mine, haven't got them yet, but i should have them ship out this week.

 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:37 PM
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Tinted or painted??
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:46 PM
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Old Jul 19, 2009 | 06:16 PM
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Thanks I shot him an email, and that decal guy never replied lol
 
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 09:56 PM
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his web site was down that's why. i just email him. might want to email him again
 
Old Jul 20, 2009 | 07:32 PM
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some1 wanted to see them lit up so heres the pics. also re-did the 3rd brake light from paint to tint so it would match the rest.

was taken around 6:00pm ish
 
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Old Jul 21, 2009 | 11:39 AM
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Looks good.
 
Old Jul 26, 2009 | 12:49 PM
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painted part of the bumper between the reverse lights and license plate yesterday. lemme know if it looks cheesy or not.. easily fixed back

before/after
 
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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 12:55 PM
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`Nuffy, it looks SuperSuperAweSome 4-Sure
It's all in the details....& you just added a SuperLook 2 your `Monte...Do you like it ?? If so, that's all that matters
Well, `the kid from `Space likes the look also...4-Double Sure : ) Thanks for sharing your detailed work product.
I'm sure others will want 2 do the same.
EnJoy your Monte...U have made it yours by every mod
you `do....Good Luck...EnJoy your Monte/Life

 



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