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Sanding clear fiberglass
« on: August 07, 2024, 11:02:16 AM »
So I just glued up my 2nd bow and used clear fiberglass. Do you sand out sanding scratches just like if it was wood? All the grits up to 320? TIA
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Re: Sanding clear fiberglass
« Reply #1 on: August 07, 2024, 11:09:37 AM »
I do. I go up to 400 grit.
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Re: Sanding clear fiberglass
« Reply #2 on: August 07, 2024, 11:55:57 AM »
I never sand past 220. The finish needs tooth also. I have at times sanded the belly glass with 80 grit and a flat block for weight reduction then back to 220 for finish.
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Re: Sanding clear fiberglass
« Reply #3 on: August 07, 2024, 11:57:52 AM »
I go to 220 but never use a high gloss finish
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Re: Sanding clear fiberglass
« Reply #4 on: August 07, 2024, 12:03:46 PM »
I never sand past 220. The finish needs tooth also. I have at times sanded the belly glass with 80 grit and a flat block for weight reduction then back to 220 for finish.

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Re: Sanding clear fiberglass
« Reply #5 on: August 11, 2024, 09:20:24 AM »
I never sand past 180 grit.. not necessary if shooting clear finish and it has better grip.
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Re: Sanding clear fiberglass
« Reply #6 on: August 12, 2024, 10:57:23 PM »
Yeah I have found 180 is p.ebty if you use hi $$$ epoxy.
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