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1. After thoroughly cleaning the car with detergents followed by a wipe-down with wax and grease remover, the work starts by sanding down   the old paint with a dual-action (DA) orbital air sander. The DA sands without digging in like a rotary sander or grinder. Sanding the car down to at least the level of its original paint offers a great surface to build on if it’s in good shape. Heavy duct tape protects the windshield molding from getting scuffed by the sander.
How to Paint Your Car at Home

1. After thoroughly cleaning the car with detergents followed by a wipe-down with wax and grease remover, the work starts by sanding down the old paint with a dual-action (DA) orbital air sander. The DA sands without digging in like a rotary sander or grinder. Sanding the car down to at least the level of its original paint offers a great surface to build on if it’s in good shape. Heavy duct tape protects the windshield molding from getting scuffed by the sander.  View Related Article