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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 05:09 PM
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Hello again, guys. Well, went to W. Coast Corvette and ordered a bottle of touchup paint. This may sound stupid, but is there any particular technique in applying this stuff to the finish? Any tips, tricks, suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I would suppose it's a little brush thing like fingernail polish?? Thanks.
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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 08:14 PM
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Thin, multiple coats. Don't try to fix it w/the first coat. Layer the coats to just below flush w/the surface of the paint, then follow it up w/clearcoat. You should be able to get some clearcoat touch-up at the same place you got the paint. Good luck!
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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 08:16 PM
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I'll do that.
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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 10:04 PM
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Yes, multiple thin coats are the answer. If the touch up brush seems too big you could try using the non flammable end of a match to just barely apply a thin coat of paint. Then repeat the process until you are satisfied with the results. Good luck.
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