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Old 20th Apr 2011, 22:07
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Pudnucker
 
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Polishing paintwork

Hi guys,

Had a/c resprayed about 5 years ago. she's a pa28 and was done with a fairly standard 2 pack paint.

It's turned quite Matte in appearance. I've tried a cutting compound (g3) but doing it by hand isn't restoring the shine. I have the offer of borrowing an electric polisher (mop). Im thinking of using g3 again (with a LOT) of water to prevent burning. Then will use a wax polish.

Has anyone else done this? Any tips?

I think I read somewhere that grounding the airframe is a good idea in case of static build up. An earth cable and spike would be easy to create..

Look forward to reading your views..

Cheers - p
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