Stripping paint
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Removing paint from a panel using a random orbit sander is the least messy way of stripping paint from large panel. Use 40 grit sandpaper for the quickest job. As you would be using the orbital sander for a prolonged period, wearing anti-vibration gloves might be a good idea. | Removing paint from a panel using a random orbit sander is the least messy way of stripping paint from large panel. Use 40 grit sandpaper for the quickest job. As you would be using the orbital sander for a prolonged period, wearing anti-vibration gloves might be a good idea. | ||
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| + | After sanding off all traces of paint and primer, remove dust with a blow gun and a clean cloth. Don't touch the metal with your skin; it will contaminate it. Immediately spray on etching primer to keep ambient moisture from contaminating the panel. Always wear a respirator when spraying etching primer. | ||
=====Orbital sander safety===== | =====Orbital sander safety===== | ||
Prolonged use of orbital sanders can cause a condition known as "Vibration White Finger", or "Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome". For more details, see [[Health and Safety in the Shop or Garage#Vibration protection|Vibration protection]]. | Prolonged use of orbital sanders can cause a condition known as "Vibration White Finger", or "Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome". For more details, see [[Health and Safety in the Shop or Garage#Vibration protection|Vibration protection]]. | ||
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===Other methods=== | ===Other methods=== | ||
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