Block Sanding Tips & Tricks with Kevin Tetz - How To Make Panels Look Great - Eastwood

Part 1 of 2. In this video Kevin Tetz shows you the difference between sanding and shaping, when to use which grit of sandpaper, and how to use flexible sanding blocks, solid dura-blocks and soft sanders. He also give you some tips and tricks along the way on how to sand curves, edges and rounded fenders.
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This video originally aired LIVE on 12/20/13. It also contains a Q&A session at the end.
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[@kyongslist]

Its so annoying how much "conflicting" information people give out in painting and bodywork overall. All that really matters is that Kevin has the obvious credentials, experience, collaboration, cars and material (that hes kind enough to provide) that render him the individual worthy of being the one to listen to. So annoying the amount of dislikes on this video and stupid comments here by people who appear to just be here to nitpick and point out any potential inconsistency or method that differs from what is "right" or "wrong." get a life people

[@dill5500]

Everyone does it differently

[@johndoe5218]

He selling primer and trying to convince people like you he’s teaching you something

[@MegaManNetworkOfCourse]

I work with a guy who says my blocking and putty application skills are absolutely garbage! Thank you for this very, super informative video. Hopefully I can show him up soon! :)

[@justint8210]

Eastwood makes such good videos. Really helping on my 72' Chevelle

[@AdamMargie4ever]

Great video Kevin! All your videos are very informative and keeps you interested as well!

[@russtuff]

Kevin, I appreciate your knowledge and that you are a great presenter. Great video!

[@richardgutierrez6229]

awesome feedback. thx kevin

[@Rumnahkilldiz1]

Finally a video on youtube that I agree with..

[@slOboproductions978]

kevin tetz is the man

[@mtngoat58]

I been looking for some schooling like this --this helped some

[@actorzone856]

Eastwood videos are very informative and very good for learners like me, Kevin's a good educator and instructor, thanks.

[@loganironside4639]

actorzone can you use a 2.3mm tip for urethane 2k primer

[@allenwaynecarter4421]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@jeffarmer4428]

Hi Kevin , what's happen ? Great videos you all do . Have a question concerning the proper primer to use on the inside of a new body panel , don't want any rust issues , If you know what i mean . Would using a self etching primer be good or just regular autobody primer . Thanks in advance for any input on this question .

[@klasiko2455]

thanks

[@csmaui]

lol youre making waves to surf on!!

[@eastwoodco]

There are links in the video to get more info or purchase the products Kevin is using. Don't forget to share and subscribe!

[@bodyrepaircar9156]

+Eastwood Company It is difficult to buy in China

[@AustrianAnarchy]

+Eastwood Company Part 2 is not available :(

[@iwaswithyourmom9410]

China Sucks :(

[@loganironside4639]

Eastwood Company can i use a 2.3mm tip to apply urethane 2ks primer??

[@gordonbone4243]

I'm in the UK and this is the best as yet that I have seen very informative video I beleave that Eastwood also trade in the UK can you advise keep the vids coming

[@beyondgodly1943]

Hey Kevin, I'm restoring a vehicle by myself and had a few questions: - do you recommend using the soft sanders for the initial shaping process (first coat of high build primer/first session of blocksanding primer) or would you recommend using something with less flex and deflection like a durablock, or something with absolutely no deflection like an acrylic block for the first session of high build, or is an acrylic block in general just better for straight panels from the get go until the higher grits? I used the blue soft sanders for the first session but after wet checking it there was still a good amount of waves (or what I think to be waves? - I can't find any side by side comparison videos for a car that has waves in the paint vs a car that has no waves so I can only assume them to be waves) or is this normal for the first session of blocksanding with 120 - is there any issue with wet sanding with 120 grit, then with 220, and further or should I start the initial blocksanding sessions with a dry block then switch over to wet sanding after?

[@raymondlamont7058]

what is the proper way to prep my quarter panel extensions, they are made of pot metal and have the original paint plus one paint job, they are on a 67 Impala by the way. I cant seem to find info on working on them and I dont want to mess them up

[@maximan032]

Please say brand name of guide coat what are you demonstrated

[@michaelchapman1004]

Do yourselves a favor and Get some Dura blocks then skip to like 14:00

[@leandroalves1742]

Existem essas ferramentas no Brasil? Ou se não existem,a chances de chegar aqui?

[@dwightledlow3261]

What's the real name of the hoagie block I've been wanting to order one

[@thomascrown5220]

How does one sand the interior of the trunk and hood cavities? Any videos?

[@eastwoodco]

If you're trying to remove paint and rust, you can try blasting or a chemical like Eastwood Rust Dissolver or Paint Stripper.

[@driftsmoke877]

where do i get that soft block you can turn into a rigid?

[@corey4347]

so the hard blocks are for doing corners? im just learning how to do this, i have never used a block before i could never get the bondo perfect when i primer over

[@blondesk8erguy2004]

u want to keep your hand on eitherside of the block with a even pressure not to hard not to soft let the sandpaper do it job

[@CMichaelLyle]

How do I sand the rubber molding on a foxbody mustang?

[@dill5500]

You don't lmao

[@LuquinhascomSouza]

Muito legal seus vídeos mais sou brasileiro não intendo oque vcs falam mais vejo assim mesmo kkkkk Lucas de Mogi 👍👍👍

[@craiggerlach5548]

Clicked link in video and black page with just ! on left center and no video.. just checking the tips before a job.. was never picky before but was only shooting paint on work trucks that got beat on.. so also whatever gun you mentioned, you no longer sell...

[@strongerandwiser2023]

dude you should have covered that mustang up when your painting and flatting right next to it. I bet the overspray and dust is a nightmare for you to clean off them cars after these demo's !

[@jhondurancontreras8246]

SERIA GENIAL, SI LO SUBTITULARAN AL ESPAÑOL YA QUE TENDRIA MAYOR ACOGIDA DE SUSCRITORES. SALUDOS DESDE PERÚ

[@mikerenza2253]

soaps to clean the blocls

[@andrew147gt]

it is possible for you company to ship to Belgium?

[@eastwoodco]

This may help: www.eastwood.com/distributor_intl

[@alanroberts4436]

I need to hear more about sanding grits and types paper or discs and whenn to use each and a hell of a lot less about fuckn guidebcooat

[@timbartley5678]

Let's see harder sand area like cabs and little ares

[@coloradomarines]

This dude loves to hear himself talk. At least I saw some technique at the end.

[@nero2375]

Mantafff

[@jerrywicker3451]

Skipped this,no captions.

[@fdr1516]

Whats the name of the hoogie block?

[@eastwoodco]

You can find it here: www.eastwood.com/7-piece-sanding-block-kit.html

[@fdr1516]

No, not that one the yellow one.

[@michaelbonner3286]

15:40 "and I'm progressing as I'm making the sex" lost my shit

[@michaelfrancis3261]

How can I buy the roll of sandpaper?

[@TripleWhopperWithCheese]

How do you own a body shop and not know where to buy sandpaper. Jeezus.......

[@michaelfrancis3261]

@@TripleWhopperWithCheese 5 years ago wow douchebag did you just get internet ahole

[@OldSchoolNoe]

@@TripleWhopperWithCheese Don't mind me guys just here enjoying this 6 year thread

[@TripleWhopperWithCheese]

@@michaelfrancis3261 As dumb as you are, you're probably still looking.

[@michaelfrancis3261]

Damage, Inc. I guess you just found or beg some money to pay your internet bill or found some free WiFi to see this comment 🤣😂 or the light was off in your Trailer-park home. We’re the dumb ones, but we getting pay rolling out cars, so go back to your 9 to 5 cleaning toilets 🚽😜

[@drumrooster]

Worst thing you can do is not let this 2k primers cure along time..or you'll wind up with low spots n dimples in the paint. It just keeps curing after paint

[@philbreau]

The cabinets in the background look like sections on electric race car tracks

[@hirajdewanand3863]

😊😊😊😊

[@RUSHNBOBO]

The panel is not ready for block sanding, period. Get the bodywork right, FIRST.

[@Handlehandlebars]

Blocking a curved edge with rigid block. ....leave that to the pros...ask how I know lol

[@blondesk8erguy2004]

You were doin a great job, then u held the flat block with one hand cause a center pressure point on the block bad idea to do if u want something straight

[@blondesk8erguy2004]

u can see as soon had u switch to a one hand position the end of your block was not even touching the panel

[@kyongslist]

you think he doesnt know that? my god if you think you know so damn much, why the hell are you even here? its about helping people learn the basics and providing fundamental understanding, rather than just trying to accumulate random facts. The first thing he says when he picks up the block is "they do flex, they do curve" you moron

[@bonnivilleblackcherry9745]

hes blonde and a skaterboy. Yet to grow up and be a man.

[@uncleknife9887]

Those came out tits Tetz!

[@joealvardo3618]

wrong block for that edge. if you look there is only a very small area of that hard block on the edge. look at the first pass over the edge that he makes. 18.40. you can see that only about a quarter of an inch of that block is making contact with the surface of the door. all he is going to do is make flat spots . he needs to use a more flexable block

[@linearblockingtools4064]

step one is to use a block that is actually flat and doesn't give and lose form from pressure like all of the foam/rubber blocks do.

[@robeggers5560]

figure out the production before you start or just dump the live shit. If you just keeping presentation going you can answer questions at one time

[@TripleWhopperWithCheese]

Its fake, so......

[@rubbersole79]

Lotsa tawkin' here......block sanding instruction starts at 15:20 Geez....

[@RcOutreach]

thank you for telling me when the blocks sanding start. for the love of God teach me how to block sand eventually. Lol

[@henrya5126]

As a beginner Im grateful that he took the time and gave a overview of the whole concept of primers and sanding.

[@samham9189]

u need help

[@pbcummins58]

Wow. Just a commercial.

[@TheSexxymexxy]

one long ass commercial..

[@michaelgiglio1571]

Hang in their, get to the point kevin

[@anthonymaniz1933]

This guy's full of bondo

[@seanwalker5157]

dude is using a rigid block on a curved surface LOL that doesn't work not the way.

[@charlescrljenko4089]

Your Videos are too much BS not enough do it.

[@otuonyeanthony5730]

Too much talking,

[@Jaxsondickslinger1]

you talk to much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@bonnivilleblackcherry9745]

If you already know it all, fuck off and go to a other vids.

[@henrya5126]

As a beginner, I learned a TON of information from this tutorial. If your moderate/Pro,buy a book and leave these videos for the beginners like me.