roughing up a bass's finish

[ksihawk7]

Well, at the risk of sounding newbish (which I am), I've heard if you want to repaint an already painted bass, it is easier just to roughen up the current finish then paint over it. Since I was planning on doing that, I was wondering if I could get some more info about doing that. Like what grit sandpaper and what not.

 

[lowendgenerator]

My auto shop teacher said it best in high school..."The best primer is the original paintjob." I would sand it smooth with a medium grit paper. You'll want to take your time, and use a light hand avoid digging in too much or gouging the finish. Any imperfections will show through your new paint job.

 

[mikeyswood]

~220-320 and then a coat of compatible primer.

 

[THIRSTYGUMS]

deh-heh-heh-heffinitely!!! definitely just sand back a little then prime/paint/gloss.
I just spent a month doing a refinish which ill post shortly and although it came up nice it was a huge drain removing paint etc. Not a fun project! more of a challenge and a test of ones determination haha