The secret to stunning paintwork when respraying a classic car is in the preparation. With such a baffling array of abrasive tools, papers and materials on the market, Michael will teach you in this video tutorial all you need to know to cut through the hype and choose the right equipment. He explores the various tools and materials for sanding, shaping, smoothing, blocking and keying your classic car’s bodywork ready for painting.
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Throughout this course, Danny and Ed will teach you some of the basic tips any car restorer needs to correctly maintain cylinder heads and gaskets, focusing on how to decoke an engine once the head has been removed.
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