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DSB SYSTEM OPERATION
AUTOMOTIVE BODY FILLER APPLICATION TIPS
• Always spread thin layers of body filler on the panel. Never apply a layer greater
than 1/16” thick.
• If the low spot requires more than 1/16” of filler, add filler in layers to build it up.
• Begin sanding the body filler after it has cured. One rule of thumb is if you cannot
indent the filler with your fingernail, it is ready to sand.
HOW TO BLOCK SAND BODY FILLER
For the best results and to help produce as level of a surface as possible, it is very im-
portant to sand in alternating directions, using a crisscrossing, “Cross-Block” technique
in the sanding pattern by working the sanding strokes at 45° angle to previous sanding
passes. Sanding constantly in a straight line, in the same direction should be avoided.
• Always utilize a powder or liquid guide coat such as
#12416Z Eastwood Guide
Coat Black Aerosol 12 oz.
to ensure correct leveling and removal of sanding
scratches. Apply an even, light coat covering the sanding area
(FIG 8)
.
• We highly recommend starting the sanding process with 80 grit sandpaper and
going sequentially up through the grits (80 grit > 120 grit > 180 grit > 220 grit >
320 grit > 400 grit) during the sanding process. Skipping grits will result in sand-
ing scratches not being fully removed.
• Utilize the largest sanding block that will fit the body panel to make quick work
of it.
• The DSB can be used with a variety of hand positions. One-handed operation
(FIG 9)
and two-handed operation
(FIG 10)
are easy. Looping the hose
as shown in
(FIG 11)
will relieve strain at the Hose Fitting if it pulls off when
sanding.
FIG. 8
FIG. 8
FIG. 9
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
FIG. 10
FIG. 11
FIG. 11
