In the third installment of our five-part series on upgrading your classic car’s body work, Brent Ackley teaches you how to properly mix a two-part primer and apply three coats of the mixture to a door panel. He demonstrates each of the steps you’ll need to complete in preparation for priming, and then shows the expert technique he likes to use for shooting primer.
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12:25Restoring a Classic Car: Installing Fenders
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7:41Classic Car Polishing Preparation
Craig Hopkins prepares you to polish your classic car with 1000, 1500, and 3000 grit sandpaper without scratching the paint, and then shows you the sanding technique with paint sticks, blocks, and a water blade to get the perfect finish. Make sure all of your equipment is clean!
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9:32Classic Car Quarter Panel Final and Welding
Craig Hopkins runs down a checklist on how a car quarter panel should fit on your classic car, including using plenty of clamps and securing it with a final welding and rock grinder to level it out for a perfect repair.
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2:13Final Classic Car Restoration Tips
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