PAINT ISSUE:

air bubbles in paint -OR- pinhole bubbles after spraying -OR- trapped air in clear coat fix

PREVENTION:

• Allow proper flash time.
• Always use recommended air cap, nozzle, and needle for the clear coat.
• Check for proper atomization before painting.
• Maintain correct spray gun travel speed and distance (avoid spraying too close or too slowly).
• Mix and apply fillers and primers slowly to avoid whipping air.
• Note: Air entrapment can look similar to solvent pop or dust contamination; inspect defects closely to determine the true cause.
• Spray moderate coat thickness.
• Use correct spray gun settings.

TO REPAIR:

• For craters with dirt in the center, consider dust contamination as the root cause and address accordingly.
• For minor defects, sand with 1200 or finer grit, then compound and polish to restore gloss.
• If persistent, check mixing, spraying, and flash times.
• Re-prime if necessary, then repaint.
• Sand down affected area until bubbles/pinholes are gone.