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This is what we started with. An abused 1980 RN47
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We used laquer thinner, scotchbrite pads, and a lot of elbow grease. Careful not to take too much of the olive drab green off to cause the factory paint to go thin
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Working the corners and body line take special attention and patience to save the factory finish from going thin. Remember, this paint is almost 40 years old.
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We used about a gallon and a half of thinner and ten to twelve scotchbrite pads we got at the dollar tree. Cost so far....$50
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It's getting dark so I wet sanded what little green paint was left with 1500 wet sand paper
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Buffed a section with 3m #1 compound, then #2 & #3. Each quart runs around $30. Foam pads for the buffer=$20 each
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I've done the top of the passenger fender and a spot on the hood.
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2017/03/18 18:41:13
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This old paint is looking amazing so far. Will post progress as I go through it tomorrow. Think about a paint restoration rather than a repaint if you can. It will save you tons of money if you want to put in the sweat equity
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2017/03/18 18:41:28
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It got dark so I hand sanded a couple spots with 1500 wet and buffed them. This old paint looks brand new. Hope to finish the cab tomorrow
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Big difference between the finished and unfinished areas
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I've had this Makita variable speed buffer for over 20 years and never an issue. One of the best power tools I've ever owned. They run about $300. Harbor freight sells a buffer for $29. I've used these doing boats and although they are inexpensive, they get the job done. Spend the extra 9 bucks for the warranty and you won't have to worry about burning it up or dropping it.
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2017/03/19 10:06:32
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Very good product and worth the money. These run about $30 retail. Body supply houses are cheaper
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2017/03/19 10:07:03
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I use 3m wet or dry paper up to 800 grit, then switch to Eagle brand. It's half the price, about $40 a sleeve, and the paper on the finer grits, 1000 and up, is much more pliable
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2017/03/19 10:07:31
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A drop of dish soap in a spray bottle with water help by not making such a mess as a bucket full of water. The small amount of soap helps lift the old paint away from your work area. A 3m squeegee is great for keeping the area your working on free from debris and helps you see where you need more sanding. Normally I would use an engineering fluid called Dykem between grits but I can see well on this color without it
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