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    Need Advice on Paint Remover

    I'm going to Re finish a bass I did with Automotive spray cans I want to take it back to bare wood so what would be the best way.
    Peter H

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    random orbital sander ( they take the round velrco backed discs) is my choice, you could use paint stripper but it's nasty stuff. Don't use those 1/3rd sheet sanders, they leave swirly scratches that take for ever to sand out.
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    Sand paper, cork block and elbow grease 😂

    You could cheat and use a heat gun but be careful not to BBQ the body......

    There is always a workaround for glitches, mistakes and other Guitar building gremlins.....

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    Quote Originally Posted by dingobass View Post
    You could cheat and use a heat gun but be careful not to BBQ the body......
    I've got some snags and chops ready for when you fire up the barby!

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    Ok, Looks like it will be sand paper, cork block and elbow grease thanks DB Oh and a beer or two.
    Peter H

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    Peter can you remember how many layers of paint you put on ?

    if the paint is thick you may need a carton of beer.

    Think a heat gun and paint stripper may be quicker, then finish with an oribital sander
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