1/2 oz. Touch-up Pen & 2oz. Bottle Bulletin

Clean up all dust before you apply paint.	Wipe off with a soft, absorbent cloth.	Apply color coat. If surface underneath the paint is visible, apply primer first, and then color.
Apply Clearcoat.	Wait for 5+ days, and wetsand with 1200-1500 grit W/D sandpaper or polish with polishing compound.

TOUCH-UP PEN AND BOTTLE INSTRUCTIONS:

SURFACE PREPARATION:
1. Wash surface to be repaired with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly.
2. Clean surface with Wax & Grease Remover (ExpressPaint sku#: A4638 or 4638). Use a clean, lint-free towel and wipe in one direction only. Rinse with water and allow to dry.
3. If necessary, lightly sand area to be repaired using 800-1000 grit sandpaper. This will smooth any rough edges on the damaged area.
4. Use Wax & Grease Remover (ExpressPaint sku#: A4638 or 4638) one more time as described in step 2.
   1. If repair area is down to bare metal or plastic, then apply primer following the instructions on the primer container.
   2. If repair area does not need primer, then proceed to "Painting Instructions".
   
   
PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. DO A "TEST PANEL". A test panel is a way for you to test the color before you proceed. You can test the coverage, the dry time, and the color accuracy. Compare the test panel to the color you are trying to achieve in the direct sunlight to determine if the color is a proper match. Do not proceed to the next step until your test panel is complete and the color on the test panel is the color you desire.
2. 3-STAGE COLORS (BASE, TOP OR MID COAT, CLEARCOAT) = (Tricoat colors)
   1. If your color is a 3-stage color (base, top or mid-coat, clearcoat), apply one even, light coat of the base color. Only dab the color on, do not rub. Allow to dry for 15-20 minutes and repeat.
   2. Using your test panel as a guide to the required amount of coats, apply very light coats of the top or mid coat. Usually 1-2 coats are enough. Again, do not rub the paint on, just dab.
      c. Allow paint to dry for 6-8 hours before performing step 5.
3. 2-STAGE COLORS (COLORCOAT, CLEARCOAT) = (Most of colors are 2-stage)
   1. Apply one even, light coat of color. Allow to dry for 15-20 minutes. Apply a second coat following the same procedure.
   2. Inspect area to see if paint is applied evenly and thoroughly. Apply additional coats as needed using your test panel as a guide to achieve desired color.
      c. Allow paint to dry for 6-8 hours before performing step 5.
4. 1-STAGE COLORS (LOW-GLOSS OR MAT FINISHES) = (Common among vintage vehicles)
   1. Apply one even, light coat of color. Allow to dry for 15-20 minutes. Apply a second coat following the same procedure.
   2. Inspect area to see if paint is applied evenly and thoroughly. Apply additional coats as needed using your sprayout or test panel as a guide to achieve desired color.
   3. Do not clearcoat. Allow to dry for 30-60 minutes before handling.
5. Apply one even, light coat of TFCC-1 or TUClear clearcoat to the painted area. Allow to dry for 5-10 minutes. Apply a second light, even coat and let dry for 3-5 hours before handling.

• Always test color with a test panel before painting.
• Do not sand between colorcoats or before clearcoat.
• Dabbing the paint on instead of rubbing or brushing it on will minimize brush strokes.
• Touch-Up Pens: Depress tip to start paint flowing. Do not hold tip in for extended period of time. Just get some paint on the tip and proceed with touch-up. Do not depress tip while performing actual touch-up procedure; paint can run quickly out of the pen causing damage to the vehicle.
• Wetsanding, polishing, waxing, and buffing can be performed 5 days after paintjob has been completed.
• If paint looks dull or hazy after final clearcoat, there is a slight amount of moisture causing the dullness. After clearcoat is thoroughly dry (5+ days), polishing or buffing compound will restore the gloss.
• Read instructions completely before painting; if you have any questions call us before painting!!
  

AEROSOL CAN BULLETIN:

Area to be Repaired:

Items needed for repair
Primer, Color, Clearcoat, A-4638 Wax&Grease Remover, 600 Grit sand paper, Masking tape, and newspaper.

Check your color with a spray-out. If color looks correct, proceed to next step. If the color is incorrect, stop and contact us.

Masking off area to be repaired, mask very thoroughly to avoided unwanted over spray damage.

[Prep. Surface]

Prep surface with A-4638 Wax & Grease Remover. If any area of masking is wet, re-mask the area.

Sand repair area with 600 Grit Sandpaper. Make the area as smooth as possible. Also be sure all gloss has been removed from any areas that will be painted.

Apply Primer by following instructions on the can. Lightly sand any blemishes or dirt in the area that is being primered. if you sand through the Primer to the surface underneath, reapply primer.

Re-mask
Tip: Loosely fold the Masking Tape along side the length of the tape without making a crease. Place the masking tape with the folded side facing toward the area to be painted.
You can also cut out a circle out of a cardboard and hold it a few inches away from the surface to be painted. Spray the paint over where you cut out the cardboard and the paint will be applied without sharp edge.This will allow you to paint the area without making a sharp line.

Apply Color by following the instructions on the can. Apply color in light, even coats. It usually takes 2-3 coats to cover the area. It is very important to follow the instructions on the can.

After 30-60 minutes Apply Clearcoat. Follow all instructions on the clear can.

Completed.
After 5 days, you can use a Wax or Compound on the repaired area. For any products used, follow all instructions of the manufacturer.

AEROSOL SPRAY CAN INSTRUCTIONS:

SURFACE PREPARATION:
1. Wash surface to be repaired with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly.
2. Clean surface with Wax & Grease Remover (ExpressPaint sku#: A4638 or 4638). Use a clean, lint-free towel and wipe in one direction only. Rinse with water and allow to dry.
3. Using 400-600 grit sandpaper, sand until repair area is smooth and all gloss from existing finish has been removed. Blow or wipe off sanding dust.
4. Use Wax & Grease Remover (ExpressPaint sku#: A4638 or 4638) one more time as described in step 2.
   1. If repair area is down to bare metal or plastic, then apply primer following the instructions on the primer container.
   2. If repair area does not need primer, then proceed to gPainting Instructionsh.
      
PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. DO A "SPRAYOUT"OR A "TEST PANEL". A sprayout or test panel is a way for you to test the color before you proceed. You can test the coverage, the dry time, and the color accuracy. Compare the sprayout/test panel to the color you are trying to achieve in the direct sunlight to determine if the color is a proper match. Do not proceed to the next step until your sprayout/test panel is complete and the color on the sprayout/test panel is the color you desire.
2. 3-STAGE COLORS (BASE, TOP OR MID COAT, CLEARCOAT) = (Tricoat colors)
   1. If your color is a 3-stage color (base, top or mid-coat, clearcoat), apply one even, wet coat of the base. Allow to dry for 5-10 minuets. Apply a second coat in the same manner. Allow to dry for 5-10 minutes. Inspect painted area to be certain paint is even and has thorough coverage.
   2. Using your sprayout or test panel as a guide to the required amount of coats, apply light even coats of the top or mid coat waiting 5-10 minutes between coats. Once desired color is achieved, do not add any additional coats.
   3. Allow paint to dry for 30-60 minutes before performing step 5.
3. 2-STAGE COLORS (COLORCOAT, CLEARCOAT) =(Most of colors are 2-stage)
   1. Apply one even, wet coat of the colorcoat. Allow to dry for 5-10 minutes. Apply a second coat following the same procedure.
   2. Inspect area to see if paint is applied evenly and thoroughly. Apply additional coats as needed using your sprayout or test panel as a guide to achieve desired color.
      c. Allow paint to dry for 30-60 minutes before performing step 5.
4. 1-STAGE COLORS (LOW-GLOSS OR MAT FINISHES) = (Common among vintage vehicles)
   1. Apply one even, wet coat of the colorcoat. Allow to dry for 5-10 minutes. Apply a second coat following the same procedure.
   2. Inspect area to see if paint is applied evenly and thoroughly. Apply additional coats as needed using your sprayout or test panel as a guide to achieve desired color.
   3. Do not clearcoat. Allow to dry for 30-60 minutes before handling.
5. Apply one even, wet coat of UCA-150 or KK7 clearcoat to the painted area. Allow to dry for 5-10 minutes. Apply a second wet, even coat and let dry for 3-5 hours before handling.

• Always test color with a sprayout or test panel before painting.
• Do not sand between colorcoats or before clearcoat.
• Wetsanding, polishing, waxing, and buffing can be performed 5 days after paintjob has been completed.
• If paint looks dull or hazy after final clearcoat, there is a slight amount of moisture causing the dullness. After clearcoat is thoroughly dry (5+ days), polishing or buffing compound will restore the gloss.
• Read instructions completely before painting; if you have any questions call us before painting!!