How To Wet Sand And Polish Fresh Clear Coat To Remove Imperfections!!!

[@apexdetail85]

The lower the number on a sanding sheet or disc...the harsher the grit. The higher numbers are least aggressive.

[@shaunjones7234]

I must admit Brian I’m loving this new recon work your doing 🇬🇧

[@apexdetail85]

Much more to come!

[@danakern2440]

At the risk of repeating myself, I love the new format and the shop manager

[@apexdetail85]

You can repeat yourself as much as you would like! :)

[@kimnewling5728]

I think it looks good. Anytime you wet sand, i pay attention. There have been body shop re-sprays I've seen that needed more sanding, so that's where this video helps. Good video Brian

[@phf1179]

Looks good to me! This video presents the basics and gives the viewer the confidence to do this type of repair. I would probably get the vin number for oem color match and lay down aerosol than a 2k clear. Who in their right mind would take this to a body shop and have it done. I feel you go above and beyond to give the next owner a great deal.

[@apexdetail85]

Cheers! :)

[@jasoncraig7096]

Nice work especially for a diy!!! Your videos always gives me confidence in tackling my own projects!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@apexdetail85]

You can do it!! Never hesitate to step beyond your comfort zone.

[@shooterjohn7163]

Good job Brian, makes all the difference in the world. You did a fine job. Reminded me of my high school vacations working at a family friends body shop. Lots of wet sanding. I also learned how fast a rotary polisher can burn paint.😮

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

LOVE it. Way to Demo how it CAN be done, Brian! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@apexdetail85]

One of many ways. :)

[@TheMobileDetailShop1296]

School in in session at apex .great job.

[@404notfound.....]

Absolutely, you can blend dark colors l o l. Can't be much of a body guy if he said that. Fantastic job Brian!! 👍🏻🇨🇦

[@codyklees5595]

Brain, as I’ve done auto body and do detailing/ ceramic, that work will do fine and looks awesome! Keep up the good work and videos like this!

[@apexdetail85]

It should be perfectly fine for a DYI job. :)

[@owensteele1645]

Excellent job on that tailgate Brian! I've got to say that I'm really into this recon series. Keep these transformations coming.

[@ScottBivens-h6t]

What it was..to what it is! Impressive repair. Avoiding the costly body shop visit, you've increased the potential profit margin. Auto sales 101. The labor rate alone would be a few hundred dollars

[@apexdetail85]

Right on!

[@Frankie_Lepe]

Congrats on the house of rags collaboration

[@apexdetail85]

Thanks! The Pilots Podcast will be coming out soon! Stay tuned!

[@marioskontemeniotis8247]

You’re the Master Brian, thanks for sharing

[@joerodriguez8546]

Great work, Brian. Excellent job 🎉

[@kennythomsonjr5553]

That looks great. Some people need to work on the three C's. Complain, Condem , and criticize

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

I don't know who said that it couldn't be done but it can be done.

[@BriFree100]

Great job Brian! 👍

[@chriskiefer5132]

Looks amazing. Great Job !

[@normanminner4796]

Hello Brian. Nice work on this Lexus, it looks really good. 👌 Very nice transformation. Kudos to you. ✌️🤙

[@skipgumphrey9579]

Not sure why a supposed body shop expert would want to naysay a simple improvement project like you’ve showcased here. Would it make sense to have a professional shop re-spray a panel or entire vehicle to completely eliminate any problem areas like that ? Sure, but does it make sense to spend those thousands and thousands of dollars on something you picked up (and will let go) at an auction ?! How about when we consider the small area involved and the amount of improvements seen for such low cost with your method ?! I’m thinking the body shop guy was just butt hurt for some silly reason, don’t sweat it Brian !!!

[@apexdetail85]

Exactly....well said.

[@pappajohn8912]

Looks great. Don’t pay attention to the haters!

[@qmoonwalker3847]

That turned out great!

[@williampinchbeck4321]

Great job Brian it looks great!! Thanks!!

[@guyduguay4198]

I like the new video with restoration, it's very interesting 👍

[@apexdetail85]

More to come!

[@MNpicker]

Looks awesome Brian!! Definitely good enough for who it's for 👍🏻

[@apexdetail85]

Exactly.

[@DavidGraham-u5g]

That looks good Brian.

[@ryanbehrmann3453]

I had a felling you were going to be next with THOR well deserved Brian and great job on the Lexus

[@apexdetail85]

I think you will really enjoy our podcast....stay tuned!

[@Tonino59]

Ottimo lavoro

[@apexdetail85]

Thank you!

[@steveclark2426]

Nice work. Great that you took the time to show us. What sprayer did you use to paint with?

[@apexdetail85]

Black Widow from Harbor Freight.

[@M6transam]

I blend dark colors every day and to me in my world they are the easiest to blend. I do spot repair on Lexus cars every day. Looks like you did a good repair to me and it shouldn’t peel. When I’m done spraying clear. I use thinner in a separate gun to blend/soften the end of my clear line. Little bit of 2k or 2500k sand paper and polish after that. And no one will ever know it’s been painted.

[@apexdetail85]

I truly appreciate the tips. :)

[@KeithStevensMoes]

Thanks for this!

[@otellogirl]

So Nice looking 😃

[@seabreezeof]

Lots of steps from start to finish to get it done, what would be the cost to have a detailer do it vs body shop? Nicely done Brian !!!

[@apexdetail85]

I saved a ton doing myself. Not sure on the exact price.

[@armondowens4518]

Awesome work better then the body. Shops

[@apexdetail85]

I wouldnt go that far...but not bad for a DIY job. Thank you. :)

[@davidboyce6427]

Afternoon Brian. As your going along polishing with the Koch Chemie and microfiber pad. Do you use as a visual cue that the compound becomes more translucent; it’s time to check your work before going any further? What do we look for from the compound here?

[@apexdetail85]

Yes...and as it becomes more and more translucent...you can see where you stand on improvement as well.

[@snail415]

If you had a ‘barn car’ with 30 years or more of old clearcoat, would you bother doing any kind of post-wash decon…or would you go straight to wet-sanding? Paint has never been corrected.

[@apexdetail85]

I recommend doing the wash and decon.

[@snail415]

@ Did-so, and glad I did. Clay mitt with Simple Green, and Hope’s Perfect Glass as my wipe-off. I was able to use 3D I-Cut with only a 6” purple wool pad and an orange foam pad (15mm DA) the entire session.

[@darrenwilliamson7944]

Looks amazing and much better than before. Dont mind the nay sayers, it will increase the value compared to before. 👍

[@Normster32]

Sorry to disappoint 😊😊😊

[@norcalspitshine6406]

lol looks good body shop guy.

[@65895555]

This repair will outlast the rest of that old soft clear coat on that Toyota. Body shop guy fails to understand the commensurate repair needs to match the vehicle in age and condition. No 60 k show car .

[@apexdetail85]

Right on! :)

[@ronengel5736]

Butt hurt, LMFAO.............go Brian gooooooooo

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

First!!!!!

[@snail415]

You’re an online legend!

[@davidboyce6427]

I think your experience has impressed your viewers always Brian Continue to share with us your trade. If anyone gets butt hurt I’m sure they won’t stick around for long. We know for damn sure this ain’t a body shop and repair channel 🫡🫡🫡🫡👌