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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 09:55 AM
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Hi guys,

I was wondering how hard it is to paint a hood flat black. and also what would I need? I dont have a sander so I would be doing it by hand. any tips would help. thanks!
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 10:51 AM
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Default Re: Hood Painting

There are a few things to do ahead of time and some great write ups to follow.

How to paint a car hood: http://bit.ly/wScYTL

Good luck!


Steve
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Old Jan 14, 2012 | 01:38 PM
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i hate hoods and roofs....not much to hide blemishes...... a da sander will sand in no time ...hand sanding will suck, why are u flat blking it anyways?
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 05:31 AM
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The hood is faded and has all these smudges on it. it doesn't have dents or anything of that sort but I don't feel like dropping the cash on a carbon hood for now.
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