How To Repair Clear Coat On A Car

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  • Hey guys! Here is a video of how to repair damaged clear coat on a car. Hope it helps!
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  • @TobiasHolenstein
    @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hey guys! Here is the follow up video to this video th-cam.com/video/WS2Cv3JuvRA/w-d-xo.html

    • @civichazz
      @civichazz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Tobias Holenstein lol. Are u blind man. That looks horrible. You needed to spray the car with the same colour then use the clear coat then wet sand then buff.

    • @Bruhhh0000
      @Bruhhh0000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@civichazz 😂😂

    • @igotyou.online
      @igotyou.online 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like the way you did it, Bro.. I want to keep some of the oxidation look, but every shop wants me to do it the way this guy is trying to say you did it wrong. Like there is no other way to do it. I finally found a guy to do it at his home set up to do ii the way I want. I've noticed that some people have a problem thinking out of the box and only know how to do things the way they were taught and do not possess the ability to be openminded or understand that there can be the possibilities of other ways of doing things. Thank You very much for your video.

  • @jtadams101
    @jtadams101 5 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    Definitely looks better than it did but a little more sanding would have made the whole job consistent. But I appreciate someone who takes the initiative to resolve a problem themselves. Nice job...

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks 🙏 yeah looking back on this video I think I should have used a slightly grittier sandpaper. It would have made getting the old clear coat off easier

    • @jtadams101
      @jtadams101 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@TobiasHolenstein
      I'm about to be doing a wet sanding, paint and clear coat job on my door that I need to touch up so your video gives me some step by step.

    • @jamesthibodeaux971
      @jamesthibodeaux971 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tobias Holenstein did you ever buff out the hood?

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just ordered the buffer and a few other supplies, so I will be doing a video on me buffing the hood pretty soon :)

  • @SuperDaddyswag
    @SuperDaddyswag 5 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Should of add black spray paint before clear coat to clear up those dark areas

    • @iziklove
      @iziklove 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Exactly, but if he’s happy about the results, to each their own 🤷🏽‍♂️, however I’m with you on adding paint over dark spots that way it wouldn’t have showed up after he cleared it again

  • @aaronwood3540
    @aaronwood3540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    One small tip, never use a rattle can on a warm or hot day. It's designed to dry fast, cooler weather slows that down. Gives you time to to get a good cover without getting dry streaks.

    • @gregbartley7179
      @gregbartley7179 ปีที่แล้ว

      ERK!!! Arizona in the summer.....can't help that...gotta wait till it cools down first I guess!!!

  • @wastedcentury1805
    @wastedcentury1805 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Well done, other than lack of respirator. I appreciate this because it's a real world process and result. I have undertaken similar recently with an older Infiniti and that's exactly what it looked like after clear coat. Granted, I did a more thorough job in sanding down beforehand, applying 2K primer and also metallic base coat.
    There are other videos like Ratchets and Wrenches that offer a more professional looking version. They also know what camera angles to use and which ones to avoid. It fools the layman into believing that is what their homemade version will look like. Nope, yours will look like this.
    I did the entire car. Obviously it is a learning process. Eventually I figured out how to apply dust coats with the metallic base coat. And to use a $5 handle attachment with the clear coat to allow more of a flowing motion for some nice wet coats. After a couple of weeks I wet sanded the clear coat with 1000 grit to remove orange peel, and then clear coated again. Then I waited some more before sanding with 2000 and then 3000 before polishing with advanced compound and polishing finish. Yeah, I got carried away but the compliments from family and friends are worth it.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Also, thanks for sharing your experience. Like you said, it was a learning experience. I'll see how it comes out when I do the roof and I'll also get a proper respirator

    • @wastedcentury1805
      @wastedcentury1805 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobiasHolenstein Along with respirator you should get an aerosol spray gun attachment. That tool makes it much easier to flow the clear coat. I got this one: www.amazon.com/Can-Gun1-2012-Premium-Aerosol-Spray/dp/B002EQEE82
      I believe a Rust-Oleum version is cheaper than that at Walmart, etc.

    • @hhicks2979
      @hhicks2979 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wasted Century Thank you for your tips. I’m going to try fix my car too.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just remembered I have one of those, I don't know why I didn't think to use it lol

    • @wastedcentury1805
      @wastedcentury1805 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hhicks2979 You are welcome. I'm very glad I did it but I had to learn self forgiveness. Errors are inevitable. The hood was toughest. Spray cans work best when held in vertical position. Initially I got drips when held horizontally, like this video. That is especially true of base coat. Finally I read to warm the can for 15 minutes, placing in a plastic bag inside a coffee cup full of warm water. That all but eliminated drips. But don't do similar with clear coat. The warmth increases dripping. I learned that the hard way.
      I used automotivetouchup.com for my base coat and supplies. I am not affiliated with them. Their products are very good and reasonably priced. But they sell lacquer primer instead of 2K. I had a bad result with bleeding through the lacquer. So I redid with 2K. World of difference.
      This video helped me learn the dust coat technique. But it is only necessary with metallic base coat, like I have. He demonstrates how to flow the clear coat: th-cam.com/video/nnILSQo_svI/w-d-xo.html

  • @deeleebee123
    @deeleebee123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Honestly whatever you do in life people are always going to judge. If it makes you happy that’s all that matters. Screw the haters... for you doing it alone by yourself I think it looks pretty good. Obviously it didn’t get done in a professional way but it came out good doing it by hand good job..

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Selene, I appreciate your comment! I'm pretty happy with how it came out and it looked even better after I wet sanded and polished it :)

    • @jamalcole1985
      @jamalcole1985 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      cutie

    • @evansabuje2053
      @evansabuje2053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A Good heart like yours is what we real want..he does real good job

    • @takkikayo
      @takkikayo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AMEN.... at least he shows he is not LAZY he try to do by himself not like other critics are LAZY people. thats the way how we learn... learn from your mistakes.... how about those those lazy people, how u guys learn?

    • @ivanrivera3043
      @ivanrivera3043 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True but thats why we should do things for ourselfs regardless what anyone thinks

  • @sleepe361
    @sleepe361 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    When you do the roof,sand it all down with 400grit. Which you should of on the hood,that's why it has them dark spots,because you sanded it to fine. Then I would respray the color then clear it. You'll get a better finish without the dark patches.

    • @christrainor1129
      @christrainor1129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Sleepe is right, sand it down and hit it with some color first, then clear it. I’d slow way down with your passes when you’re spraying the clear coat. Also get closer to the panel and I’d keep the overlaps tighter.

    • @christrainor1129
      @christrainor1129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Val2016 yeah, it’s tough to get a slick finish with a spray can. I’ve seen some people on TH-cam pull it off though!

    • @kennetheady1347
      @kennetheady1347 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      sleepe361 I'm going to do what u said. Thanks, it'll be my 1st time as well.

    • @justin23454max
      @justin23454max 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a red Chevy Malibu, how do you get a color match to spray it with?

    • @sonnyblack946
      @sonnyblack946 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly. My previous reply was spot on with yours.👍🏻

  • @alwaysflying6540
    @alwaysflying6540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Best part of this video was showing me 2k clear in a rattle can with hardner. Thanks had no idea it was out there

    • @pizzachick6884
      @pizzachick6884 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He said it's his first time

  • @hammerhead6537
    @hammerhead6537 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For your first attempt I think you did a good job. To see a young person get motivated to do a job like this and to research their project is great. The keyboard jockeys that have negatively criticized you probably still have their mothers wiping their ass. Corporate profits first=minimum clear coat application=pay a body shop to redo it or learn to do it yourself. Good job. Semper Fi USMC.

  • @smitty4699
    @smitty4699 5 ปีที่แล้ว +390

    dude, that looks horrible

    • @D9412G
      @D9412G 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Amen brother!

    • @jeffsapp5258
      @jeffsapp5258 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Smitty4699 - why do you have to be such a dick!

    • @ronybonilla608
      @ronybonilla608 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Extremely HORRIBLE job.

    • @fhg2959
      @fhg2959 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      smitty4699 there’s no need to knock someone that doesn’t know what their doing. How bout helping him instead of knocking him down. Not ok. Not cool.

    • @thomasjust2663
      @thomasjust2663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      The dude did his best..

  • @jtrejo5967
    @jtrejo5967 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You and the comments section answered a lot of my questions in my head about how my lexus will come out! Anyway good stuff man! Props on the effort

  • @kennydavis2276
    @kennydavis2276 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    No shop, air compressor, da, two year college etc. Masterful job my friend. I hope mine comes out making me happy if I ever get around to doing it

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Kenny! I appreciate it. Good luck with yours when you get around to it

  • @drewheigs7707
    @drewheigs7707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A tip if you are trying to fix CC in a metallic finish, you must not sand the raw metallic finish as you are cutting the metal and other such metallic components in the paint. Metallic colour coat is never sanded once laid down as this damages it. This is why it looks patchy. If you can use a blunt scraper to lift of the crazed clear coat, mask the raw areas off allowing the mask to expose the edge of the remaining clear the clear coat several coats over the exposed metallic and clear coat exposed edge. Then take away the masking, carefully feather sand the over lap spray trying not to remove the protective clear coat you now have protecting the metallic paint. Once you have done your best feathering the clear overlap, sand the whole hood or roof and then clear coat the lot for your final finish. This technique will never produce perfect results but it does a good job at greatly improving the overall look. I have used this technique many times and as long as the base coat hasn’t been cut with sanding or polish or has faded badly then it’s a real winner as a diy CC repair.

  • @kevinistalking
    @kevinistalking 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It looks good enough to me. I'll watch the next video and see what you've learned 🙂

  • @warrenbuffetjr.4665
    @warrenbuffetjr.4665 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice job on the video and editing. Straight to the point but very thorough. And no annoying sidebar BS that most people talk about 🤙🏼

  • @timothytendick1550
    @timothytendick1550 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm currently at the same point you were at when you started making use of an random orbital sander. I actually started out using a sander but with a scuffing pad that sticks to the hook and loop surface of my sander. Probably would be fine for scuffing a faded and blotchy clear coat surface as prep for reclear coating but for what you had or I currently have. I slapped on an 400 grit Diablo disknet and quickly started making progress, probably too quickly. So now I'm headed off to grab a variety of higher grit discs.

  • @kennetheady1347
    @kennetheady1347 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool. I'm going to try to do my 03 Hyundai Sante fe. Soon as I learn to take out the small dings in it. I did the old silver rims black/gold. Turned out NICE

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Good luck with your project! Sounds like you have some cool looking rims now 👍

  • @lachachi1968
    @lachachi1968 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the advice, 👍!!

  • @michaelovers688
    @michaelovers688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Dude before you spray the rest of your car buy a respirator that 2k primer will do you in

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah I definitely will buy one for the next time I spray

    • @tpdano4230
      @tpdano4230 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Totally agree. What you used is trash for the clear you are using

    • @robertjackson7590
      @robertjackson7590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This can contains Isocyanates and can kill you, It's a shame the good stuff is usually that way but you must use the respirator. It was documented a guy painting a wing on a plane dropped dead at the end of the day. They discovered he did it with no shirt and it absorbed through his glands in his arm pits. Isocyanates. This is serious stuff.
      It's what you don't know is what will kill you. Be safe.

    • @robertm5969
      @robertm5969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Get some paint coveralls and a proper respirator rated against isocyanates. Don't sacrifice your health to save a few bucks man.

    • @rigocorrea5704
      @rigocorrea5704 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@robertjackson7590 😯😯😯 thanks for the information

  • @williamgrissom9022
    @williamgrissom9022 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Failed clear-coat is common where I live in the evil CA sun. People fight to park in the shade in parking lots in summer. It looks horrid on a dark car. My 1996 Plymouth minivan looks much worse than yours, esp. where I repainted accident damage and used cheap rattle-can clear-coat (not activated type) which later turned flaky white. I found the bulk of the failed clear-coat can be scaped off with a dull putty knife, before going to wet-sanding. I did that for several years to keep it looking presentable without even re-spraying.
    I have less work on the top since the clear-coat is almost all gone there and even the base-coat some places to expose the primer. I think I'll paint the top w/ left-over white polyurethane "boat paint" (Interlux Brightside) which I used on my camping trailer. On a flat roof, it will look like the 2-tone of many Ford Flex. The hood and sides I might paint with single-stage car paint (modern looking grey-blue color) if enough left after painting another car.

  • @redtango75
    @redtango75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video. The R&R guy is clearly expert and has all the tools and equipment. I've been contemplating doing this and what you ended up with is probably in line with the results I would get. I'm game - will get me by until I have saved up for a pro job.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem! Best of luck with your project! For what it was I think it turned out ok, for myself at least

  • @gmking1645
    @gmking1645 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When applying Clear coat always change direction with each coat for instance if you go north south first coat, go east and west second coat also do the front and side edges first. Great job for a first time! I've been doing paint and body for 25 years

  • @MrRight_1
    @MrRight_1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good job. Practice makes perfect

  • @mattp733i
    @mattp733i 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was gonna do this to my car until the guy at the auto paint store asked me if I've seen lip stick on a pig. I laughed so hard! 😂
    He said it would be best if I repainted my whole car! I'm glad I took his advice! 👍🏾

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice, glad to hear your car is looking good 👌

  • @davekennedy52
    @davekennedy52 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    for your first time and for the cost of your repair, I think it came out awesome. I also followed Rackets and Wrenches method and did the same as you:)

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! That's awesome that you did this too!

  • @gixxergang802
    @gixxergang802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks broham, you just earned yourself a new subscriber, my main man!

  • @Dbeststuff
    @Dbeststuff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Looks better than before. Keep learning keep perfecting sir.

  • @winec00ler
    @winec00ler 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    yeah that looks great- I have 2001 dk green honda that has that damage in spots all over - so its nice to see someone do this work who isn't a professional. For an average person that looks better than what it was :)

  • @alfredosanchez9640
    @alfredosanchez9640 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It looks much better than before.I have the same problem with my truck the hood and the roof .Thanks for the video.God Bless U.

  • @luisaguilar6520
    @luisaguilar6520 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good effort Tobias! I'll follow you, thx. Luis.

  • @jimher8810
    @jimher8810 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome job!

  • @ivanrivera3043
    @ivanrivera3043 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro good job much respect , u make me wanna try

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much Ivan. I wish you the best of luck with your project :)

  • @joaquin698
    @joaquin698 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats man 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻... just subscribed! Tks for sharing. God Bless You!

  • @John-ko3rm
    @John-ko3rm ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative diy video. I’m going to tackle the clear coat on my hood now.

  • @jerrychetty2524
    @jerrychetty2524 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent work, very nicely done Aquamigo!

  • @zakkrick
    @zakkrick 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve tried this before and I don’t like the result of the clear coat from a can. I prefer clear coat from a spray gun. But sometime we got to do what we got to do to get the job done. Nice work. I was thinking about doing this or taking my carbon fiber hood to a professional auto paint shop do it.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I'm sure it would come out much nicer from a spray gun. If I had a nice expensive carbon fiber hood I would probably also take it to be professionally done

    • @bmxdenver1
      @bmxdenver1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You gotta do the last pass a wet coat that’s thicker to prevent the orange peel look, and of course wet sanding

  • @maddy6764
    @maddy6764 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really found this video useful! Gonna paint my 4runner soon!

  • @captainjosue
    @captainjosue 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Holy smokes. That was really really good. I was looking for a video on clear coat repair. Thanks for the video

  • @MauriiBoii
    @MauriiBoii 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks man... glad to see a beginner to do this... gave me more confidence

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, best of luck with your project!

  • @monzeemate101
    @monzeemate101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im in the same boat as you and giving it a go on my car. Ive watched a lot of videos on this as well lol. Maybe if you give it a good fine wet sand probably 2000 grits to smoothen everything out then buff it, use polish and wax itll probably get rid of those darker spots. Good effort on your first go mate!

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck with your car bro! I sanded and polished the hood in this video here th-cam.com/video/WS2Cv3JuvRA/w-d-xo.html
      It helped smoothen it out, but I think the dark spots are just going to stay because those are the parts where I completely removed the old clear coat

  • @darkth3j0k3r_2
    @darkth3j0k3r_2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You will always find haters that are Jack of all trades but master of none. Look's good for a first timer you can only get better the more you do it. Keep it up. 🤙🤙🤙

  • @pizzachick6884
    @pizzachick6884 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I will do this, it looks real good. Thx

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Wishing you the best of luck with your project!

  • @vahagnmelikyan2906
    @vahagnmelikyan2906 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I worked in body shop as a cleaner, and everytime the car was painted it never looked good. Only after they buff it, it removes the imperfections and gives it glassy shine

    • @christrainor1129
      @christrainor1129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Vahagn melikyan the painter must’ve sucked then. I mean, I paint daily in my shop, no booth, just an exhaust fan but my finishes come out like glass. Only flaws are some bits of dust but I always do a quick denib and polish before I send the cars down the road.

    • @SpacyStacy32
      @SpacyStacy32 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christrainor1129 What type of clear coat do you use; brand? I didn't think it was going to still look so textured after a clear. If one does have the same problem, can you just cut it with compound and gloss shine.

    • @christrainor1129
      @christrainor1129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Autumn hi! So, I use Keystone’s private label clear coat. Right now I’m using their “multi panel” clear coat. I mainly do dealer work which doesn’t pay as good as insurance/collision type of work but it’s steady work and I enjoy it. If I was in the insurance/collision area, I’d probably use a better clear coat. However, for the price, the Keystone multi panel clear is pretty awesome. I use a Devilbiss Tekna Pro spray gun, 1.3 tip and set my regulator around 26 psi. I spray close to the panel (4 inches or so) and move pretty quick. 2 coats, 10 minutes or so between coats, comes out pretty great. I live in NY so I have to switch between activators. Winter - fast activator, spring/fall -medium, summer - slow. As for texture, I’m assuming you mean orange peel (looks smooth and glossy but has texture similar to the look of an oranges peel?) pretty much all cars come with some degree of orange peel. My paint jobs have orange peel too. Sometimes it can look bad though, uneven texture, clear went on too heavy in some areas. You have to be consistent with your speed, distance and overlaps to control this. You can reduce orange peel or eliminate it completely by wet sanding and buffing. Other texture could be if the clear didn’t go on wet enough and it looks dry, or if you’re using too fast of a clear coat and the overspray isn’t melting in nicely. Wet sanding and buffing will help that too. Anyway, if you have any other questions just let me know. ✌️

    • @SpacyStacy32
      @SpacyStacy32 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christrainor1129 Wow. That was pretty in depth, thanks. I'm thinking more along the lines of spray can clear, because I am not a professional painter. What is an activator, and how do seasons factor in, in choosing which to use?

    • @christrainor1129
      @christrainor1129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Autumn oh! I don’t use spray cans, but from what I’ve seen, Spraymax is the way to go as far as spray can clears. Spraymax has a 2k clear in a can (2k meaning 2 part - clear/activator) Activator is what makes the clear coat cure and slow/medium/fast can slow down or speed up that curing process. You’ll want to choose a slow activator if it’s hot and a fast if it’s cold. Hope this helps.

  • @betocalero8221
    @betocalero8221 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Tobias, my 04 Sentra needs some love, it’s an old car but still running ok I don’t have the $$ dinero to pay for a pro, I’m going to give it a try, gracias for the video Tobias!!

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Manuel! Awesome man, let me know how yours turns out! I'm glad the video helped

    • @hillarychavez9357
      @hillarychavez9357 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have an 05 with damage like this. How did it turn out Manuel?

  • @geraldmcclellan7564
    @geraldmcclellan7564 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If i was doing this job i would've repainted then cleared roof and the hood, 😉👍you did a good job prepping the car for primer,😉👍

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man, when I finally get around to doing the roof, I will most likely paint it and everything

  • @davidwood1429
    @davidwood1429 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m just glad your still alive. That your lungs didn’t harden. Bad thought on that Corona mask. Should have got a good one for that hardener in clear. But you showed all of something we needed to see. Thanks for that!!

  • @callmebackfriday2
    @callmebackfriday2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video.

  • @nathanielmyles4614
    @nathanielmyles4614 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Gloss black for an even coat, and then maybe 3 coats of clear.

  • @kenrickfoster2478
    @kenrickfoster2478 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just continue
    I enjoy the video
    We learn from each other

    • @SpacyStacy32
      @SpacyStacy32 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed, and the comments help too. If you can afford to do it like the professionals.

  • @gregbartley7179
    @gregbartley7179 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG dood...THAT'S MY CAR!!!!!! 100% black Dodge Avenger with the crappy water-based Chrysler clear coat....same areas...I'm going to be doing the same thing. Thanks for the video!!!!

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  ปีที่แล้ว

      Best of luck with your car! After 4 years the one thing I would recommend is sanding a bit more than I did in this video. In the areas where I sanded away all the old clear coat, the new clear coat is still holding really well, but in the areas that where I didn't completely sand it away, it started peeling up again

  • @nostology
    @nostology 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super helpful Tobias,

  • @arnobekker
    @arnobekker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    really good ?1? what did you smoke hahahaha

  • @drplando14
    @drplando14 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just did this. Used 800 grit sandpaper and I used about 4 cans of clear. After, I wet sanded w 2000 sandpaper, used compound and polish and looks so much better

  • @billgeorgestoutakatheorgan1826
    @billgeorgestoutakatheorgan1826 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You should have followed the example set forth by ratchets and wrenches. By simply alternating the direction that you applied the spray on each coating, (1st coat front to back, 2nd coat side to side, etc) you most likely would have had a superior result.

  • @gsheverything_2716
    @gsheverything_2716 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job 👌

  • @RabeaHussain
    @RabeaHussain 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ratchets and Wrenches the best car channel

  • @Andrew-rb4gs
    @Andrew-rb4gs 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My '05 Altima is exactly like yours was. I tried Plasti-Dip. Not that great a result. I'll try your method next. I think you're supposed to polish after it's been drying for several days too. Gets rid of that orange peel finish. Great first try. I've saved thousands doing work on my car myself. Loved that you take pride in your work. Nevermind the haters. I loved the video. Peace bro✌️

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot Andrew! I wish you the best with your car. A while later I ended up making another video of me wet sanding and polishing the clear coat. Here it is if you are interested :) th-cam.com/video/WS2Cv3JuvRA/w-d-xo.html

  • @wei9070
    @wei9070 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a great job done that I ll follow you.

  • @AdamG_2123
    @AdamG_2123 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job man👍 looks better.

  • @taoh3473
    @taoh3473 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks so good lol

  • @neverthatnever
    @neverthatnever 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks good homie

  • @andresjaramillo1005
    @andresjaramillo1005 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi. Looks ok, doing this thing for first time. You need to sand it more, to get uniform texture, right after use tackle cloth, clear coat. If you noticed like orange peel texture, sand it with 1000 sand paper and compound, you will see better results.

  • @jdisdetermined
    @jdisdetermined 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You want to avoid touching the work surface and use a wax and grease remover and/or prep solvent just prior to spraying. Water alone will not effectively remove oils. Also check out Optimum CCR Clear Coat Restore.. simple prep, super easy wipe on application, self levels, and blends fairly well.👍👌✌

  • @shamsudeentrikaripurshamsu8405
    @shamsudeentrikaripurshamsu8405 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super work

  • @attygarland6909
    @attygarland6909 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dude (assuming you are still alive at this reading), be warned for future reference that a simple allergen mask is NOT sufficient protection for your lungs when using two-part clear coat spray. If you notice, the original video by the W. & R. dude shows him wearing a full respirator mask. When the two elements of the can combine they generate hydro-cyanic gas. That's right, cyanide gas, not that different form that used in the old gas chambers for executions. In fact, body shop techs who work with this stuff on a regular basis are supposed to don masks that have their own O2 (air) supply to totally avoid breathing in any of the stuff.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Atty, thank you for the comment. Luckily I am alive and well and I realize now that I should have used a proper respirator mask. Needless to say, I will definitely be using a full respirator mask when I do any future spraying

  • @billcurtis6727
    @billcurtis6727 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I,m convinced, you'll do twice as good with a gun & compressor. I sold mine & really regret it.
    I thought I was retired

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      With a gun and compressor do you still need to wet sand and polish? I'm not sure if I see myself doing a whole lot of painting in the future, so as of now I can't justify making the purchase for myself yet

  • @cugir321
    @cugir321 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched another video on clear coat....he did the same thing except shot a light coat of rattle can paint on the hood before he did the clear coat....it turned out wonderful.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I'm going to give this another shot pretty soon with the roof with the paint and everything. My main regret of this attempt was that I didn't fully sand off some of the bad clear coat, which left those white areas

    • @cugir321
      @cugir321 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobiasHolenstein This is a great video for covering bad clearcoat. th-cam.com/video/Hj9VqSnT-bs/w-d-xo.html

  • @carloscarpinteyro332
    @carloscarpinteyro332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this! I was focused on the 1976 Celica. I'm, guessing '76, because that is when the "S" letters were issued on the California plates when the car was new. First time viewer to any of your vlogs!

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching Carlos! The Celica is a '77 but you were very close! I'm planning on putting out content on my Celica in the very near future :)

    • @carloscarpinteyro332
      @carloscarpinteyro332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobiasHolenstein Well, it must be an earlier model '77. I'll look for that future Celica vlog.I really am into cars, as well.I would memorize the license plate numerals on several of the neighbors cars, and know the years of them. I like the Sepulveda Dam for your channel image art. I grew up in the San Fernando Valley. To build the San Diego Freeway, which first opened in 1963, half of our backyard was used for the southbound lanes, just north of Roscoe Blvd. I have a plat map from 1959 where it shows the future location of the freeway, and how much land was used from our house, and the neighbor's to build it. I thought that you might enjoy some little known Valley trivia, since you are a younger man than I am. Do you live in the valley yourself? I'll watch more of your vlogs. I wish you the best for this upcoming new year! You may ask me some questions re: valley history, if it is of interest to you. I probably know more than people would expect. Keep up the great work. I hope that I am an encouragement to you!

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome Carlos! I love the Sepulveda dam, when I was a younger kid I was fascinated by it haha. Yeah I live in the valley and I grew up here. It's hard for me to imagine the valley pre-405 fwy since it's been around my whole life. I didn't even know they had to use peoples properties to build it. I will definitely keep you in mind if I have any questions about the valley. Thank you!

    • @carloscarpinteyro332
      @carloscarpinteyro332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobiasHolenstein Yeah, Sepulveda became North Hills in the mid 80's. We moved to Porter Ranch in 1965 when it was brand new, and they built the 118 Freeway two houses north of us, along Rinaldi St. That was the last section of the 118 freeway to open, in 1983.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh ok I see, I live not far from there. Just over in Granada

  • @sergio7470
    @sergio7470 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use sandpaper instead of the bright pad? If so what grit?

  • @joeygunzilla6878
    @joeygunzilla6878 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You need more aggressive sand paper 1500 is for finishing. 🤙✌️

  • @glennirwin2457
    @glennirwin2457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always wash with Dawn dish detergent. Great grease cutter and leaves no residue at all.
    Rinse throughly.

  • @jacobfraley5014
    @jacobfraley5014 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For the roof use red scotch brite, wet sand with 600 then spray your color use 25% overlap 3 coats. then clear using 50% overlap and move slower while spraying, use 3 heavy coats then wetsand with 1500 then compound and polish. the wetsanding takes out any imoerfections after you clear it and removes any dirt kr orange peel once u polish it, will be looking brand new.

    • @jacobfraley5014
      @jacobfraley5014 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make sure too shoot your edges and corners first also

  • @hirenpatel5704
    @hirenpatel5704 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey, i want to know how many cans of clear coat did you use for hood and the roof?? And yes, your video is really helpful. Thank you

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Hiren, for the hood I used less than one can of clear coat. I haven't done the roof yet, but I'm pretty sure I can do it with one can also. I have an extra can on hand just in case I need it

    • @hirenpatel5704
      @hirenpatel5704 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobiasHolenstein thank you for the reply

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome!

  • @ChristianLikesFootball
    @ChristianLikesFootball 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was thinking about doing the clear over mine but after seeing this, i think a couple of base coats first before the clear would be highly warranted.

    • @nickking1510
      @nickking1510 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yesterday prep it right and base coat . Beware the 2 k contains isocyanate and a n95 half mask wont stop you from breathing it that why at a body shop the painter has a full face remote air supplied mask paint suit nitrile gloves and a hood . Isocyanate will go into skin eyes through filters in masks . The isocyanate bio accumulates in you body for life it’s in construction glues paint hardener foam expanding insulation .I got poisoned doing a restoration on an old boat out side spraying expandable foam in to a deck for 5 min while wearing a carbon filtered dual 95 half mask. The manufacturer of the consumer grade expanded foam are sneaky in tiny letters contains MDI = methyl di isocyanate .

  • @johnjohn4465
    @johnjohn4465 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    5 stars !!!!

  • @gergemall
    @gergemall 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job

  • @mikemakuch2824
    @mikemakuch2824 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    You are supposed to remove all of the clear coat and respray the Base coat then the Clear coat! I think you forgot something! No negatives from me. You tried.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Mike! I'll definitely do that for the roof

  • @zoesgiannoylis4370
    @zoesgiannoylis4370 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What music track was that?
    Good job on the vid showing results of doing this diy btw.
    Def looks better.
    Don’t think you could’ve gone all the way with removing the old clear coat without over scuffing paint, it’s a gamble and don’t think it would’ve made much of a difference

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll see if I can find what song it was, I can't remember off the top of my head and thank you!

  • @fredymendez1786
    @fredymendez1786 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    have a question. the spray is paint or just clear coat?

  • @JK-zl7vv
    @JK-zl7vv 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Since your clear coating the whole hood, you should have sprayed a coat of base coat, to hide the old clear coat fade, then cleared over the base coat, also now that your clear coat has dried, you should wet sand the orange peel then buff it, your hood will come out amazing once you do that.

  • @juanj.hernandez1640
    @juanj.hernandez1640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice job at prep clean before painting by now you learn better way to repair clear coat peeling off paint, start wit 600 grit wet sandpaper using a sanding block ,follow with 1000 grit after this my suggestion always primer the area damage the most, apply 3 coats of primer and do spray primer 2 in. over the line left by old clear then sand primer coat with 1000, then get the color code of car get basecoat type paint when spraying please apply 50% overlap coats of paint that way paint film will dry more evenly, follow same instructions you did on video (waiting TIME between coats) then clear coat 2k is the best, 4 coats of it I recommend remember 50% overlap when clear coating. oooookkaaayyyy. see on your next paint job.

  • @CHIBA280CRV
    @CHIBA280CRV 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My friend did you wait 10 minutes between coats ? Tobias it would be shinny like when you wet it with water. If your happy with the results that's all that matters. Try wet sanding and buffing , so it can shine like glass..good job , got to give you props for doing it.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I waited the necessary amount of time, I think it was somewhere around 10 or 15 mins between coats. I can't remember. Yeah! I'm going to wet sand and buff it soon and make a video on it. I'm just waiting for my supplies to come in the mail

  • @juanlimon910
    @juanlimon910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That looks horrible but I like the positivism of this guy ☝️

  • @dieselprime504
    @dieselprime504 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I respect the effort

  • @glennirwin2457
    @glennirwin2457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also hold can a little closer and move faster and lap the spray pattern a bit more to keep a wet edge.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Glen, thanks for the tips, I'll keep them in mind for the future. My main regret is not fully sanding away all the white from the old damaged clear coat. Looking back I would have liked to take some more time with that

  • @obbzerver
    @obbzerver 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    To do a final clean use wax and grease remover. What you used is a dust mask not a respirator and doesn't do a thing to protect you from isocyanates. A respirator mask for auto painting has a rubber face piece and replaceable charcoal filters which have to be replaced after so many hours. With a respirator you won't be able to smell the solvent. They also make them with full face masks and a visor. For full protection you also wear a Tyvek suit that also protects your skin.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the advice! I'll keep that in mind for when I do the roof

    • @obbzerver
      @obbzerver 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TobiasHolenstein - on the respirator you can store it in a sealed zip-lock style bag between sessions to get the most use out of it (I squeeze most of the air out) - read the recommendations for how often the filters need to be replaced.

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok cool, thank you for the info

    • @rustyjeep2469
      @rustyjeep2469 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, wear gloves too, and
      pants and long sleeves at least but ideally a disposable paint suit. Good move on the goggles though. Isocyanates can be absorbed through your eyes and skin also.

  • @greenspringvalley
    @greenspringvalley 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spray Max - Clear Coat, Aerosol, 11.8-oz 3680061 - From the photos and descriptions it appears to be a 2 part epoxy clear (you activate it, then have a 2 day window). The product page doesn't specifically refer to it as an epoxy, but it seems to be.

  • @donaldbaker6961
    @donaldbaker6961 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many cans did you use for the hood I see how it looks like a lot more comes out than a regular can of paint

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Donald, for the hood I didn't even finish a whole can

    • @donaldbaker6961
      @donaldbaker6961 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok thank you great 😊

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@donaldbaker6961 Best of luck with your project!

  • @samanthamay4189
    @samanthamay4189 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG I'm so sorry I did not watch the whole video for I commented and I see you're doing exactly what I said. I take back my comment earlier . You did a good job ✌️

  • @shannonhenson1152
    @shannonhenson1152 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man i loved your video looks great. Cant wait to see how top comes out.

  • @unknowncomic617
    @unknowncomic617 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking good for the first time

  • @impetiousdoom
    @impetiousdoom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You would be a walk on at Earl Scheib. You missed your calling. 👍🏼

  • @tightdog62
    @tightdog62 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a tip for clear coating. keep your edge wet and with 50% overlap as your laying it down.

  • @lars7411
    @lars7411 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finish with the 1500 grit sandpaper next time. Even 2000. Even though it feels smooth, paint will stick and it will shine so much better.

  • @josephwhitfield5182
    @josephwhitfield5182 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video you use good film what type of film you shoot with? I think you missed a big part of ratchet & wrenches video.... you need to wet sand & buff out the finish with a compound & polish... iv'e been learning myself with great results, if you buff out that spray job it will come out 10x better. first wet sand 1500, then 3000, then cutt with a cutting pad & cutting compund iv'e been using meguairs 105 it works good, then use a lighter pad (blue) start polishing it polishing compound meg. 205 or whatever, then finish with polish pad (white, or wool) & polish compound. try it out you'll love it

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Joseph! I actually went ahead and did this in a later video. Here's the link in case you want to check it out :) th-cam.com/video/WS2Cv3JuvRA/w-d-xo.html

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Almost forgot! I'm shooting with a Nikon D5300 with the 18-55mm vr lens

    • @josephwhitfield5182
      @josephwhitfield5182 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobiasHolenstein oh ok i'll check that video out... alright thanks for the tip on the camera , peace

    • @TobiasHolenstein
      @TobiasHolenstein  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool man, no problem. Have a good one!

  • @Doriesep6622
    @Doriesep6622 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use Dawn dishwashing soap?

  • @michaelarioste2099
    @michaelarioste2099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    pretty good bro

  • @DrBleck35
    @DrBleck35 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    If you can smell the paint while you are wearing a mask, maybe it's the wrong type of mask.

    • @jtrejo5967
      @jtrejo5967 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣🤣

  • @doxttripppventuraaa2397
    @doxttripppventuraaa2397 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ithink it looks good for first time ima try this with my car

  • @johnbrevard5966
    @johnbrevard5966 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tobias, it looks fine, Sure it could look perfect, but that's not what this was about, it was about you doing it, learning, and making it look a heck of a lot better than it did... Win Win for you in my Book!