How to Flat and Polish your car paintwork to a mirror finish. Tips and Tricks #21 car bodywork

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[@alext9067]

Great video, as usual. Small point that might be of interest to one or two viewers concerning the polishing pads. When I was taught to do this work, they said not to use the soft pad near the edge. Use the hard pad. The soft pad will try to bend around the edge and remove paint and the hard or stiff one will just stay flat and leave the edge alone. Crazy, but the stiff pad will just hang out in the air and not bother the edge unless you tip the machine by accident. Hey, it's just the way I was taught as a kid. I have wrecked plenty of paint jobs by other methods. Live and learn.

[@OldSoldier54]

I learn so much from you. I totally appreciate your effort to clearly describe all the consumables you use, too.

[@lemontier]

Thanks Trev, I learn so much watching your blog. Your attention to detail tells much about what it takes to get it right. Showing the products that you use is great and I really enjoy the music at the end. All in all my favorite KZbin channel. From Chicago.

[@tunichtgut5285]

One more excellent video, Trev! Thanks. I have seen some videos about colour sanding and buffing but yours is by far the best. Lots of valuable information in your video!

[@eduvaldoteixeiraneto5171]

Congratulations on your work, I follow your videos from Brazil. Although I do not fully master English, I can understand your explanations, and as a hobbyist and enthusiast of the profession I have learned a lot from you. Thank you and much success.

[@stevewuertz3598]

Brilliant as always. As good as this is, the extra bonus is a clear outline of the parts/tools used.

[@stevessaws3612]

Thanks Trev, very informative, can't wait to see the van finished, first from Australia!

[@shaunh227]

Once again, exactly what I needed to know - thanks Trev! I don’t feel so bad about my paint finish now I know the final processes still to complete.

[@Boatlife1964]

Very informative as always, great to see all the sanding stages being explained. I didn’t even know you could get 6000 grit discs, that made such a difference. Thank you for taking the time to make this guide, you’re a real craftsman.

[@garagemonkeysan]

Always great to see a master at work. So many great tips included. Thanks for explaining how long these steps take. 20 minutes is fast. Cheers! : )

[@timdawson15]

What an excellent and comprehensive tutorial!! Thank you for that! I now feel confident to get into polishing my car without too much fear!!

[@KarlMcClelland]

Fabulous video Trev. Seen lots of similarish videos, but you're is sooooo clear and informative. Your experience is amazing.

[@stevejanka361]

Good morning Trev, really good stuff. Everyone has tip, trick, or technique that makes my work better. This video certainly did that. I am amazed at the expertise that you provide in these videos. Thanks and take care.

[@robertkopp873]

Hmmm. Just what I needed to see. Very educational. Thank you for your tutorial. Greatly appreciate your efforts.

[@SirEpifire]

I'm in the process of saving to equip for mig welding and air tools. The wait is killing me but I'm learning so much from you while I'm building up my home shop.

[@croonersteve]

cheers Trev , i am sure my mk1 Escort estate will thank me for watching this once i get to the stage of paintwork, top info as usuall, your time and effort is very much appreciated

[@stevespeck3586]

What a really well-produced, careful and considered video. Great work. Subscribed!

[@mattweeks7142]

Excellent demonstration of how it’s done. It’s a very time consuming job but worth every second when you get the results. I have found the 3M perfect it, full system the best around. Good job. I find polishing the next day gets the best results.

[@MikeyMack303]

Excellent! Thank you so much for sharing those tips with us! They will be put to good use soon, now that the good weather has arrived here in New England!

[@lodgecav490]

Always good, always entertaining, always waiting for the next one! Thanks Trev!

[@watsonian5669]

Outstanding video Trev, an easy to understand explanation, the best on youtube by far.

[@danieljonesjones8047]

Trev you are most informative along with being fastidious in your application of duty . If ever in your home country it would be a pleasure to have a natter . I'm an Australian who was fortunate enough too work in a small shop one tradesman to one apprentice . You do masterful work .

[@rattedbug5003]

Love your videos Trev. Thanks for the update on new equipment I didnt know half this stuff existed. I generally block back with 1500 and then 2000 buff with cut and polish and then brasso after that. Might have to look at the local shop to see what's there. Great stuff.

[@markblacklock588]

Brilliant Trev that's very helpful to me, thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@richardmason902]

Thanks Trev for a really thorough and informative video.

[@kenswitzer4133]

Thank you Trev. I have done a little polishing but this gives me a better direction. Have a great day My Friend.

[@CheapThrills66chevy]

Great blog Trev! Thanks for posting it and look forward to your next.

[@metalshopwithtroy5755]

Thank you for your effort, great video You have helped me refine my method. Please keep up the great work Trev Watching from Australia

[@Hutchy45445]

Another great video, always clear, concise and informative, as usual. 😁

[@Gavh84]

Great video Trev. I always learn something new from your videos. Busy doing this on my Mk1 Golf that I resprayed and your videos are always a great refresher plus they get me motivated! BTW that Porsches paint is absolutely indredible. Cheers from South Africa

[@robertv8851]

You are a master painter,I wouldn't expect less from you ,your very careful.

[@Motown454]

Thanks Trev, I just learned so much. The panel looks great.

[@matthewbrown5677]

The best polishing vid on U tube.

[@MegaCountach]

Some excellent info Trev! Keep em coming! Cheers, Doug

[@seanalexander9531]

I never knew what I was doing wrong until I watched this. Trev to the rescue once again!

[@staceynico]

I contacted you last month regards dent removal on our Vespa. Having watched your vids and taken my time I now have a bike that looks like it did when it was new. Thanks for your help Trev. 👍

[@trevsblog]

Stacey Nixon brilliant I’m glad your job turned out well, I’m glad I helped too. Cheers Trev 👍

[@Mu2driver]

It’s all about “Time and money” one of the unfortunate things in life! I totally agree with you mate! Well done on this video, one of the most educational and informative vids on the web, hands down Thank you keep them paint jobs going

[@trevsblog]

Mu2driver thanks 🤩

[@paulrm_7917]

👍🏼 Thank you as always! Great stuff Mr. Trev!

[@corkforbrains]

Thank You Trev for the most excellent video! You certainly put the "e" on Olde English Craftsmanship!!

[@joel3304]

great vid, thanks for taking the time out to explain all these bits and the process to use them

[@Okie-Tom]

Very nice work Trev! Good detail. Thanks, Tom

[@TFTaussie]

Great video. Very informative. Love your work

[@bigmacsnoobselectronicsrep8032]

Fantastic video trev and a lot of interesting information thanks mate Really do appreciate it!!!!!

[@floridian7143]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us, it's appreciated. Thank you!

[@ClassicCarCave]

Trev, Great advice & info your videos are top notch for the DIY metalwork or body repairs keep em coming! Cheers Dave

[@trevsblog]

davejaguar66 thanks Dave much appreciated. Cheers Trev 👍

[@TheRolfano]

Hey Trev awesome video I love your work and your approach and style! Keep up the fantastic work that you are doing here! Its very motivating and informative!!!! You should be on motor trend TV! Your much better than all of those shows combined!!

[@toddcott9510]

Another brilliant comprehensive vido.

[@projectt4782]

Perfect trev, just what I needed! Great video, time to wet sand my driveway paint job on my van, and polisher her up! 👍🏻

[@MiniMattTV]

Awesome work as always Trev!

[@petergoodwin2465]

Thanks Trev ,great video. Nice paint ,top job mate.

[@jimbinger]

Hey Trev, Your denibbing step is brilliant!

[@jublywubly]

A great instructional video. Thanks a lot for making it! I made the mistake of painting my car using a spray gun with about 28psi instead of 40psi, as stated in the manual. The paint came out rather textured, to put it one way. Fortunately it's only about half the car that I had painted (the rest was O.K.). I've been manually sanding the new paintwork. First I used 400 grit, with a cork block and no pressure, just to remove the loose top layer. Then I went over it all with 600 grit, in much the same way; no real pressure, just evening out the peeks and troughs of the paint. Since then, I've been using 1500 grit wet & dry with water. I still haven't used a lot of pressure. The water tends to get the sand paper to suck onto the paintwork, giving an even sanding. I know it's going to take a looooong time doing it this way, but I don't want to spend more money on power tools for one paint job.

[@jamesgallagher1992]

Great videos lad...very instructional👍👍👍

[@nkelly.9]

No doubt about It Trev, You are an old school gun. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@steveguest8028]

Thanks Trev great video as always 👍

[@craigkeller]

Beautiful job and great video! Thank you!

[@steveriddell1937]

Its good how you explain it to the home novice as you said a few different methods but your basic novice tips have nailed it . We also sell paint and panel consumables happy to get your opinion on them if your interested

[@marcijunebug]

Great video man! Really really appreciate all the knowledge you share! 👍

[@tonyhaz6664]

This had helped me out loads mate, keep doing theses videos as it gives us the info needed, Hope to see you do a how to spay vid for beginners. Keep up the good work Ace 👍🏻

[@robertv8851]

That's buitiful color Trev ,love it.

[@Bengismo]

Great video, thanks for making this!

[@billsheehy1660]

Learning every time, thank you.

[@charlesdouglas9199]

Beautiful work

[@cabdriveruk]

Great video Trev, What a great finish a showroom shine. More great info and tips. Cheers, Jeff.

[@trevsblog]

cabdriveruk thanks Jeff👍 cheers Trev 👍

[@MrAllan9]

Good informative video, but experience and practice is a must. Never stop moving and past quickly over edges, the two things i learned fast.

[@spelunkerd]

Brilliant teaching, Trev!

[@sanfordgraham1603]

Very Kool... I have never used a foam polishing pad... always been leary of them, but seeing you use them,maybe I will give them a go...Thank you

[@wittemotor100]

Brilliant info, and entertaining as well! Thnx!

[@viktorhubai4079]

Very good job like always Trev!

[@davidwalle5025]

Great video trev. Keep them coming.

[@insanebilly]

Quality job Trev.

[@repairitdontreplaceit]

great video tev . and the cars in the shop are top class paint and finish

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Trev,excellant video and thanks for all the helpful tip. Greatly enjoy your channel. Wish you were here in the USA. Thanks again. Cheers 👍

[@DrydeeMetalWerks]

Thanks for sharing! Loving the Vlog !

[@emilianoromerocepeda5071]

Used it for the first time last weekend definitely worth buying if you're a person who likes detailing your own car recommend first time to use on lowest setting 800 so you don't burn paint don't leave in one spot keep moving it over paint easy to use kzbin.infoUgkxfzbDkCRyv3CFXnLZI4APZtRRuG2uRmP2 truck looks like new again used maguires black light battery life like all milwaukee products seem to hold up well 😀

[@cherrypicker8897]

Great lesson. Thanks.

[@raywalz4952]

Congrats on the new Black Magic sloth speed wonder wand. Digital..too cool. Lightweight must make the day less tedious indeed. I do a lot of buffing up of aluminum. Really enjoy getting to the final stages and seeing my identical twin is perfectly in sync with me in the same side to side motion from the inside surface of the metal panel. Well, like a mirror I suppose. Excellent vid..best to you and yours.

[@philclarke6785]

Really, really good Video. I've always been to scared of dry DA sanding I've always used wet and dry and a block, but following on from this video i will try it on my next project😀( which if your interested is a 1953 split screen morris minor)

[@stewills9711]

Coming from a refinishing background and a interest in detailing. I know how its done. But, its a Trev video so im watching it.

[@kevbarry6457]

My uncle worked in the bodyshop in Luton. Back in the sixties. He passed his CA over to my dad and gave it a quick spray job. Sneaky weekend job methinks. Dad is 86 now and would love to see this.

[@billforrest7607]

Awesome Trev keep going!

[@nkelly.9]

You may already know this one Trev, you may not. I include it because I am sure you are someone that this will resonate with. A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist. Louis Nizer

[@jasehs3571]

Congratulations on 30k soon. Love your videos keep them coming 😁

[@trevsblog]

Jase Hs 🤩

[@YootubeUK]

Very good! I'd be lying if I was to say I don't find the occasional bit of polishing stressful but you do make it look easy! Thanks for sharing!

[@trevsblog]

Thank you hopefully some of my tips will help you find it less stressful. Cheers Trev 👍

[@stankonia56]

As always..perfect

[@southpawsgarage]

LOVE THE CABLE TIE IDEA...

[@jaquesdaniels2964]

Excellent info, I would never have thought to wipe the discs down, and I thought 2K paints cured in a couple of hours, and I thought the high shine was from clearcoat so learnt a ton of stuff there.

[@270billycraven]

Like always over the top...thanks

[@markshorrock7362]

Trev , top vid you make look so easy mate , cheers mark

[@ShainAndrews]

Love the idea of adding some bars to the bottom of the stand. In all my years of paintwork I've had a love hate relationship with those stands, should help make it more love than hate. LOL

[@SirEpifire]

All these small quality of life pointers is why I keep watching Trev vids.

[@richreece8840]

Brilliant trev

[@geneva760]

My 'trick' to get rid of the dust clumps is to use a hacksaw blade (or similar size and characteristic type of high tensile steel strip) with a slapper effect and it shocks the lumps off from the surface of the paper. It takes a certain technique (HA - as my Sifu once said to me - "Perfect practice makes perfect") - but once 'mastered' - it can help increase the life of any sandpaper. Yes - it can also shock some of the actual grit off the paper and sometimes for a 'better to be safe than sorry'- followed by a quick blow over from the airgun - but I'd much rather lose a little of the sanding grit than have those damaging clumps still stuck on the paper. Cheers from AUSTRALIA.

[@bobbofly]

coat hangar works pretty good too, just gotta be careful not to rupture the paper.

[@geneva760]

Yes - you are right and probably a much better suggestion for the 'novice' to start (if done correctly) using this sandpaper cleaning technique, especially as the rounded edges of the wire have less chance of marking the sandpaper as can occur if you do not keep the hacksaw blade on the absolute same plane as the sandpaper when whacking it to dislodge the dust clumps. I started out using the hacksaw blade technique as a hacksaw blade was more readily available than a coat hanger inside the workshop (HA - yes - I went to misspell it as "hangar" - HA - I had to look up Google for me correct spellins ofs it - HA). But a coat hanger squashed together so the there are two strands of the wire with maybe 5 - 10mm gap would probably be a much better way to start to learn the 'sandpaper whack'. The benefit of the hacksaw blade is that it is a nice flat surface, whereas if you put even a little kink in the coat hanger (and they are usually soft wire) you can end up putting dents in the sandpaper and//or the backing disc. But either the hacksaw blade or coat hanger - if done correctly - definitely helps increase the life of the sandpaper - HA - until you end up whacking all the cutting grit off the sandpaper. HA - sorry for the 'WAR&PEACE' length typing about sandpaper whacking. Have a nice day.

[@robertv8851]

Love this color,like a gun metal blue.

[@walkertongdee]

Thank you Trev learned a lot.

[@edstransitscott9186]

I am learning, Great job

[@AlxJrz401]

fantastic info thank you for the tips!!!

[@davidleeson8088]

Great info Trev

[@danohstoolbox]

very cool the shop I worked at we did a 65 cornet and we spent 40 hours wet sanding and polishing the car

[@bonniedust3452]

Excellent! Thanks

[@moz6616]

you have a great talent for body work looks great