Just bought an xr3i. previous owner had used filler to fill a few dings and dents, but didnt go any further. no flatting down, priming, respray etc.

I have know way of knowing how long ago this was done, so is it best to remove, in case the filler has absorbed moisture having been exposed to the elements?

i was hoping that there would be a way to remove the filler without damaging the paint underneath - just in case the dents could be pulled out.

I'm guessing thats out of the question, unless hes used polyfilla!

so will i have to attack it with a a wire brush (circular brush on the end of a drill)?

or can it just be flattened from its current state, then go for a respray?

 

Id take it down to surface to see if its been keed up properly

At least you'll know it's not going to fall out after its painted

 

grinder with a soft pad and a dust mask.

 

Yeah sorry
Soft linishing disc not a stone grinding disc

 

ok thanks.

so an angle grinder then.

what type of disc/pad do i need? a soft/flexible pad along with sandpaper?

 

Yeah soft disc's
id use the ones that fit in a grinder that have a rubber backing disc.
go for 60 grit discs

 

brilliant - thanks

 

so an angle grinder then.