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There is a balance between sanding to fine enough of a grit where sanding scratches won't show in the paint, and sanding to too fine of a grit where the paint has difficulty adhering to the primer. With darker non-metallics, sand scratches won't show too easily, but silvers and lighter metallics...

I have the Snap-On set and all of the tools in it always were too big for my applications. I often used the "Tee" pins, but I also bought a regular sewing needle set with different sizes and that seems to be the best option.

Nice. I love almost everything 3M but we tried some 3M filler back in the day (1998 ish) right when Rage Gold came out, and it sucked. Stuck with Rage Gold for a long time. Rage Extreme was too thin for our application and not worth the extra price, back to Rage Gold... Is this what you're...

I hear this is typical for body shop situations where the paint shop is responsible for priming and blocking/sanding out the primer. In a DIY situation like the op's, I think it's probably ok to prime after 150, and block/sand primer with 150/220 ish, with repeated primer application and...

True. I guess I should clarify. With a beginner, I was envisioning a lot of spreader marks and rough spots. Depends on the situation I guess. I don't come from the typical auto body background either, so other input is awesome. I would LIGHTLY remove spreader marks with 40 or 60 grit if...

Something I haven't seen mentioned is which sandpaper to use. 3M's Gold Stikit rolls are standard among many body shops. We buy it from a local supplier, but this is an example...

I wear my Blakladers daily (with the knee pads) and absolutely love them. I wish I would have known about them 15 years sooner. Yeah, they look a little funky, but less so in all black. I've converted several of my friends and co-workers to them. The Bantam versions breathe well and are cooler...

Completely agree with MN4X4! Unless you have the space and are willing to commit to a permanent table saw bolted to the ground and with proper out feed table, I would prefer to have a track saw. I have the Makita and have used the Festool (both are great). I would check out some youtube vids on...

I don't know if this is the kind of feedback you're looking for, but as far as for making the line/mark in the first place, I use this tool. http://www.m-powertools.com/products/perfect-****/perfect-****.htm When the gap is tighter than what this tool allows for, I use a drafting pencil with a...

I have a couple of the PT210As. I love them. Perfect blend of power and control. I strongly dislike the PT110A because it is very weak compared to the 210 IMO. The only thing is that SO (as well as most companies) don't have lifetime warranty on air tools, it's only one year.

Amen! Good idea on visiting Woodcraft and/or Rockler too! Rockler has a store in Orange on Tustin Ave. also...

We bought the UB-5H bender at the last shop I was with and it is a great bender. The quality and craftsmanship are top notch. It bends round tube, square tube and flat bar. The size and capability of the round and square tube is based on which die sets you purchase. You can also buy the bender...

I didn't see anyone mention Orange Coast College Swap Meet in Costa Mesa. Not too far from the Anaheim/Disney area. http://www.yelp.com/biz/orange-coast-college-occ-swap-meet-costa-mesa I've had pretty good luck there with tools. Better than Golden West College Swap Meet IMHO. Not as good as...

I'm not sure if it's exactly the same as it was 6 years ago, but I had really poor results with DelFleet single stage. I was under the impression that using a single stage would have been more convenient with the situation that I was in, but it turned out to be a nightmare. I had tackiness...

I learned about these on this forum somewhere... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000L7JQZC/?tag=atomicindus08-20 They're great for those clips in the wheel wells and fenders. These seem to be another good alternative. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TDAHYM/?tag=atomicindus08-20 Just got this in the...

I highly recommend Goop adhesive. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Amazing-Goop-3-7-oz-Household-Contact-Adhesive-and-Sealant-130011/100372166# Despite the goofy name, it really is "amazing" for bonding smooth surfaced parts. I believe it is silicone based, but unlike silicone sealants and caulking...

Love my Speedglas 9100XX. Huge improvement in visibility for me over my 8 year old Milier Digital Elite.

Sounds like you made a good purchase! When you do hook up the gas and regulator, try out a spool of .023 and .030 wire, and see which one you like. You will need to (or at least should) replace the liner and tips for the smaller wire sizes.

I used my Vampires a little while back removing a broken tap. i was very happy to have invested in them.

I have an even older MM175 from before the AutoSet feature was available and it's a great machine. $375 sounds like a decent deal if it's in good shape.