Bubbles in the Clearcoat

[John Suter]

Hi,

It has been my experience that the clear coat will
eventually bubble and peel in many areas. You can
stop the irregular shape peeling by "scribing" a more
square/rectangular shape area with a sharp hobby
knife, being careful not to get into the paint below
the top clearcoat paint. Next, "3000 or higher-grit,"
wet sandpaper (NAPA) or automotive rubbing compound or
dry cornstarch gently rubbed with a soft cloth will
take off the old. Don't even think of less than 3000
grit as it will scratch the paint below.

NAPA sells two types of pre-mixed clear coat, one in
a spray can and the other in a fingernail-polish-style
bottle with brush applicator for small touch-up spots.
Be sure to remove all wax before applying either.

John Suter


--- awesome_bird wrote:

> Hello everyone. Ralph is inspecting a coach for us
> and reports that
> the clearcoat is peeling. Is this a major repair?
> How is clearcoat
> touched up or can it be "patched"?
>
> Look forward to all of your stories, experiences,
> and great ideas!
> Thanks ahead.
>
> Pen Sand & Jim O'Connor
> '83 PT35
> Benson AZ
>
>
>
>
>


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