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What's the best way to get rid of the Armor All residue on the panels before I paint them? What other "prep" work should be done? I plan on painting the vent trim and the main front panel.<P>Thanks<P>------------------<BR>Troy<BR>93 1.6L RS Teal

Moved to the New Appearance forum!<P>------------------<BR>David Coleman- <B><I>Moderator</B></I><BR><A HREF="http://www.PinkMX-3.com" TARGET=_blank>1993 Mazda MX-3 GS Special Edition</A><BR><B><I>Why get clear tail lights when only Geo Metros are gonna see them?</I></B>

I dont think you want to sand first. Then your just sanding the dirt and crap into your work. Use a wax and grease remover or alcohol to clean the work you plan on painting.

I agree. Dont sand it... Just use some rubbing alcohol and get some vinyl interior<BR>paint from your local auto supply store.<P> Jarid Perry<BR> 94 Blaze Red RS<BR> Now with NOS

I bought some special interior paint at my local perfromance shop..........it works awesome! <BR>take a look : <P>------------------<BR>Silver 94' MX-3 Precidia RSR FX <BR>http://www.geocities.com/dvh_69/MX-3.html

Thanks for the replies. Unfortunatly I had already started the project before I noticed the replies because I couldn't wait any longer. I did sand it ( 400 grade ) very lightly and I also used a spray on primer. I also cleaned with alcohol as suggested. I am very pleased with the results...the paint ( purchased at Advanced Auto Parts ) stuck to the panel very well! I hope to have some pics next week ( owners registry ).<P>Thanks<P><P>------------------<BR>Troy<BR>93 1.6L RS Teal

A sponge and Alcohol!! this will eliminate all the dust/crud from using a towel,paper towel, or paper. Also try not to touch the area after cleaning it. User a good paint like Foliatec paint. and use LOTS of LIGHT COATS! I know its your car and u want it to be finished, but do this over a period of time, let each coat dry. I get SOOO MANY compliments on my dash. They think its stock or aftermarket. cause it still has the look of stock, just a different color.<P>------------------<BR>Barry Clark<BR><I><B>Moderator</B></I><BR>1995 Mazda Mx-3 RS<BR>Chaste White<BR><A HREF="http://www.barrykclark.com" TARGET=_blank>barrykclark.com</A> <BR> barrykclark@hotmail.com