Funny you post this because I was wondering what to do to bring out the shine.....thanks
I will post another pic when done
Just a bit on pointers.
Part looks great. For your holes instead of a Dremel or Regular drill bit utilize a Unibit. They create very clean holes. These also reduce chances of messing up. Big pro regarding Unibit is they are step teared in hole size and don't require having to remove a bit to up in size. An all in one item. Cost about 20 bucks depending where you find them. I purchased mine at Sears and scored an extra online ebay.
As for the clear, Automotive clear. You can get away with a good shine by polishing by hand but will not have the same effect. Out of the can clear have a tendency to flash to quick or create white speckles.
If you have not had enough practice with two part 4:1 ratio auto clear you can follow a few pointers in dong so by hand.
Without clear:
- wet sand starting at 1000 grit working your way up to 3000.... 1000,1200,1500 then 3000. Of coarse this is after all your trimming and edges are up to your specs.
Usually by the 3000 grit you will have a Matt finish which looks great and has a sheen look at the same time. I have tried many steps and these have not failed me with a OEM or better quality finish. Also each grit reduces scratches at a final pace.
For a local purchase 3m rubbing compound at Walmart will suffice followed by a machine polish or swirl remover from Maguires or mothers polishes. This may take a bit of elbow but the result starts to show appearance. Only issue with hand polishing is the inconsistent shine, this is why I stick to automotive clear which I would recommend and requires less of an effort. Takes practice but I have mentored folks online proper technique with only texts and pictures.
PM me if you have any questions I'm always up for composite talk.
Best regards
Gil
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