Bronco L6-300 4.9L VIN Y 1-bbl (1983)
3.
Use a squirt bottle filled with water to lubricate the 1500 grit sandpaper as you begin to sand only the damaged areas. Water is an abrasive as well
as a lubricant in this step.
NOTE:
IF THE DAMAGE HAS GONE DEEPLY INTO THE PAINT FILM AND IT WILL NOT POLISH OR SAND OUT, THEN REFINISHING
IS REQUIRED.
ORGANIC MATERIAL REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR MILD DAMAGE
Minor organic damage can be removed by using the following step by step procedure.
1.
Wash and degrease the vehicle thoroughly by using Ford Multi Purpose Cleaner (B8A-19523-B) or equivalent and a wax and grease remover to
remove all organics.
2.
Inspect the vehicle horizontal surfaces. If spotting or paint film swelling is extensive, use a buffer to repair.
3.
Apply a light grit polishing compound to the affected areas by using a soft brush. The compound should be applied to a small area at a time so that
it can be buffed out while still wet to get maximum efficiency.
4.
Polish off the spots or swelling marks using a buffer that operates between 1700-1800 rpm. Polishing should be confined to the affected areas
only. Repeat as necessary until all spots or marks are removed.
5.
Remove spots on curved surfaces, near edges, and next to mouldings or ornaments by hand polishing as follows:
a.
Apply some polishing compound to a cotton cloth. (Do not use a synthetic cloth.)
b.
Rub vigorously until the spots are no longer visible.
c.
Clean off excess polishing compound by using a clean cloth and compressed air.
6.
Buff out the polishing marks and bring up the gloss by using a buffer equipped with a clean, dry lambs wool pad.
NOTE:
IF POLISHING DOES NOT SUFFICIENTLY REMOVE DAMAGE, THE VEHICLE CAN BE WET SANDED USING 1500 GRIT
SANDPAPER AND THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE.
Wet Sanding Procedure
1.
Clean the exterior surface of the vehicle with Ford Multi Purpose cleaner or an equivalent to remove all organics.
2.
Apply 1500 grit sandpaper to a rubber padded sanding block to sand the paint surface.
3.
Use a squirt bottle filled with water to lubricate the 1500 grit sandpaper as you begin to sand only the damaged areas. Water is an abrasive as well
as a lubricant in this step.
NOTE:
IF THE DAMAGE HAS GONE DEEPLY INTO THE PAINT FILM AND IT WILL NOT POLISH OUT, THEN REFINISHING IS
REQUIRED.
PAINT RECONDITIONING PROCEDURES FOR SEVERE DAMAGE
Acrylic enamel single stage or base/clear paint systems should be painted by using the following procedure.
1.
.Wash the vehicle with Ford Multi Purpose Cleaner or equivalent to remove all organic materials.
2.
Wash the areas to be painted with wax and grease remover.
3.
Prepare the area as follows:
a.
Neutralize the affected areas with baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water.
b.
Rinse the surface off with plain water.
c.
Wash the panel with a mild soapy detergent.
d.
Dry the panel completely.
NOTE:
IF THE DAMAGE IS THROUGH THE TOP COAT FINISH AND INTO THE PRIMERS, THE PANEL MUST BE SANDED DOWN TO
BARE METAL OR PLASTIC AND THEN REFINISHED.
