Applying 2K clear over White 2k gloss

[allkarma]

Hi everyone i have just resprayed my car in a white 2k gloss, the paint is currently curing,but before i refinish the car i was wondering could i apply a 2k clear over,as i would like to put pearl in the clear to achive a white pearl finish.
I know i should of brought white basecoat then placed the pearl in the clear ect.
I was wondering if it is possible to apply the 2k clear over the 2k gloss,if this is at all possible ,what grade should i flat the paint down to achieve maximum adhesion, 600-800 grit.

Many thanks

 

[the snooper]

you should have done it part of the paint job really after it has cured you may have some laquer peeling problems later on not guaranteed but possible

 

[steveo3002]

1200 it or grey scotch pad then do what you like

 

[the snooper]

only problem with flatting first is there is a chance that some marks may show through when doing base and laquer you never ever touch the base before laquering

 

[sprayerDrew]

Grey scotch id say
As for the pearl it is normally done in a term used 3 stage, meaning you apply a white base until its covered say 2-3 coats then apply pearl base normally 1-2 coats depending on the affect intended and finally clear coated.

Pearl can also been added to lacquer but id say its what you want to achieve.
Drew

 

[steveo3002]

only problem with flatting first is there is a chance that some marks may show through when doing base and laquer you never ever touch the base before laquering

cant say ive ever had a problem , use 1500 if youre worried

once its flatted wipe it over with spirit wipe and have a look ..you wont see any marks

worst risk is not cleaning the residue off well

 

[sprayerDrew]

or use 1200 mirka abralon or 3m trizact pads on a d/a wet that leaves a scratch free semi matt finish

 

[langy]

Thats the way i do it, never had any problems, In an ideal world going with basecoat would of been easier but its a bit late for that.

1200 it or grey scotch pad then do what you like