Using a felt-tip marker, draw out your design on the overspray mask. Nearly all bodies come from the factory with an overspray mask applied to the outside. This is essential, as it removes any debris that could get in the way of your perfect paint job. Wash the body in warm water, with a soft sponge and dish detergent, to remove the residue on the Lexan due to the vacuum forming process and just from being at the factory. This article will take you through the play-by-play before you spray. If not carefully prepped, the paint will not stick to the Lexan properly, will flake off, and can cause the actual paint process to be much more difficult than it should be. One of the most important aspects of creating a sweet, long-lasting, custom paint job is body prep.
