Tampa 928s

It's very easy to ruin the rubber all the backing and edges are exposed. It sands pretty easy, better safe then sorry.

kccampro

damn... ok, so you think definately sand it down. How about getting the paint out from the recessed 'Porsche' on the back bumper? Sanding for that also?

Tampa 928s

You can use some lacquer thinner to remove the sticky stuff. I would order a set of replacement letters they look better then the original.

slate blue

Pecan and walnut shell is the correct matter for stripping plastic bars, you can't beat it, it is a somewhat complex matter to get the right material but there you are.

Greg

Fabio421

This may be a little OT but I was reading an old issue of Excellence last night and they made mention of media blasting a car with dry ice. Has anyone here done that, heard of that and in what instances is this the prefered method.

Thanks

Tampa 928s

Is the ice Shaken or Stirred?
I am so over sanding!

Fabio421

Know you know what goes into a good paint job. The spraying is a tiny part of the process and is the least amount of work. Don't give up yet. There will be more sanding to do after the paint goes on.

Once its painted and all put back together you will be so proud of it. That color is going to P-O-P !!!

Tampa 928s

Does anyone want to show up and help out for the painting party this Sunday, we could use the help! Besides Mark needs to show off his skills live and in person.

Fabio421

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I wasn't trying to minimize the importance of an experienced painter. What I was saying is that the hard manual tedious labor is in the prep work. The spraying is much less strenuous ( labor wise ) but requires a skilled hand. With a little guidance, most people can do their own prep and body work. The painting takes a long time to master.

Fabio421

I will be in VA. again for a wedding. I just came back from there last night.

Tampa 928s

HOW DO LIKE MY NEW WHEELS?

Fabio421

They look good. 17's or 18's?

Tampa 928s

18' hope they ride better than the 82!

Tampa 928s

Anyone coming to my paint party Sunday? Paint booth will be up food will be served! Panic on my behalf as it gets done
Angel
George
Mike
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Tampa 928s

The car looks stunning, but my camera is having issues so the pictures will have to wait. Mark did a terrific job and can't wait to get things back together.