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Old 03-16-2011 | 03:03 PM
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Just wondering if what I have is paint or gel before I start researching polishing techniques..
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Old 03-18-2011 | 06:31 AM
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If the surface is very smooth you most likely have gel coat. Paint will leave a bit of an edge where it was taped off.
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Old 03-18-2011 | 07:24 AM
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Originally Posted by 08 fastech 292
If the surface is very smooth you most likely have gel coat. Paint will leave a bit of an edge where it was taped off.
not if it was cleared over , she'll be smooth as a babys bottum ..Cale all them EDock boyz up there and none can eyeball and tell the diff ???

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Old 03-18-2011 | 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by waterboy222
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Just wondering if what I have is paint or gel before I start researching polishing techniques..
Regardless of the finish the polishing tecniques are similar. The condition of the finish will determine the necessary steps required to achieve optimal results.
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Old 03-18-2011 | 07:16 PM
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Use a paint thickness meter, any good body shop should be able to help you without having to buy one.
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Old 03-22-2011 | 08:40 PM
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whats better paint or gel
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