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Old 02-12-2009, 09:15 AM
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Polishing a repainted car?

So my grandparents have a 94 camry that they had repainted like 3 years ago and have been askin me lately if i could make it shine up some more.

I just got my udm and stuff, but should i be cautious since it was re-sprayed? I think it was a cheap maaco job.

Any advise would be great
Old 02-12-2009, 09:52 AM
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"Normally" you will find clear coats a little heavier allowing for good polishing. Not sure if your grandparents got a single stage or multi...
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thanks pat, i knew you'd chime in, i guess i'll just start out with optimum polish and a white pad, should do the job
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thanks pat, i knew you'd chime in, i guess i'll just start out with optimum polish and a white pad, should do the job
good call with the white pad...and a good time to try out your udm before you get started on your car....
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It should have a thicker clear coat than OEM but I could be wrong. There really isn't anything to worry about with repaints unless the repaint was a very shoddy job.
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Originally Posted by Denzil
There really isn't anything to worry about with repaints unless the repaint was a very shoddy job.
I think it was a cheap maaco job.
"Houston, I think we have a problem"........

I say give it a go!!
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