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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by BrandSB, Jul 31, 2009.

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  1. BrandSB

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    #1 BrandSB, Jul 31, 2009
    I'm preparing to do some detailing on my 'new' 22k mile 355 to get rid of a few paint blemishes. Since I've only got experience with detailing two-stage, clearcoat-basecoat vehicles I'm trying to clarify what the 355 paint system is. I've heard both descriptions e.g. a) its a single stage with only a base-coat and b) it's got both a clear and base coat. Since I'm picking up color (red) on my detail microfibers, I'm assuming it does NOT have a clearcoat? If not, how careful do I need to be to not go too deep with a Porter Cable orbital when polishing e.g. how fragile is the paint?

    Also...if/when I need to have anything painted, and if it's a single stage basecoat, is it acceptable to re-spray with a base-clearcoat combination or should we stay with the single stage basecoat?

    Thanks in advance...feedback and experiences are appreciated....!
     
  2. petearron

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    #2 petearron, Aug 4, 2009
    The 355 began using the new eco friendly paint formulations in the 90s which were new and not perfected yet so the paint may be thinner around edges ax with all Ferraris so just be very careful not to cut too much. Don't think you'll find anyone that's using single stage anymore its much easier to blend and is overall far superior to single stage in everyway for touch ups and repairs and paint results quality.
     
  3. luv2detail

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    #3 luv2detail, Aug 10, 2009
    If you're seeing red, then yes, it's single stage. You shouldn't have any problems with the Porter Cable. The paint on the 355 is usually pretty soft, so just be cautious on edges. Start out with a soft pad and a light polish, then step it up if you need to.
     

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