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Old 02-25-2015 | 10:13 AM
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For that "wet" coat after all the color is on, I spray a mix of 50% thinner with 40% clear butyrate dope and 10% retarder. After you spray, walk away for a couple of days to allow the coat to cure and harden. After that, rub with a high grit wet or dry paper then compound and wax.