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Problem

What grit removes clear coat runs on plastic?

Clear coat runs on plastic can leave raised ridges before polishing.

plastic clear coat wet sanding between coats
Answer

For clear coat runs on plastic, wet sand cured runs with 1000 or 1500, then 2000 and 3000.

Why it happens
Runs need to cure before sanding, then be leveled with fine wet sanding.
Recommended grit
Use 1000 or 1500 to level cured runs, then 2000 and 3000 before polish.
Wet or dry
Wet.
Success check
The run is level and the surrounding finish has an even haze.

What to do

  1. Let the clear coat cure enough to sand cleanly.
  2. Wet sand the run with 1000 or 1500.
  3. Refine with 2000 and 3000.
  4. Polish after the haze is even.
Avoid: Do not sand soft clear coat that still smears.

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