How to Use the Touch Up Pen Preferred KitUpdated 11 hours ago

The Touch Up Pen Preferred Kit includes

The Pen Preferred Kit is designed for small scratches (under 0.25" wide) where the damage reaches bare metal or plastic. It includes Primer, Colorcoat, and Clearcoat. The Primer ensures proper paint adhesion and protects exposed surfaces, while the Clearcoat finishes the job with added durability and shine.

BEFORE YOU START

• Test your paint color with a test card.
• How to prime the touch up pen.

If the colors do not match, stop and contact us immediately.

Paint is best applied in temperatures around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Do not apply in direct sunlight.

PART 1 - Prepare the Surface

Approximate time to complete*: 30-60 Minutes

What you need for PART 1:

• Soap and water 
• Sandpaper (optional)
• Wax and grease remover (included in Preferred Kit)
• Masking tape (optional)

1. Clean the entire vehicle or part with soap and water to remove surface dirt. Make sure to rinse and dry the surface thoroughly.
2. For small scratches, sanding is usually unnecessary before applying Primer. Only sand if the surface feels uneven or raised due to the scratch. If you need to sand, keep it light and stay within the damaged area to avoid scuffing the surrounding paint. This helps ensure a smooth, blended finish once the touch-up process is complete. (see Sanding Instructions)
3. Clean and dry the surface again. 
4. Use the Wax & Grease Remover Wipe to clean the area by gently wiping in one direction, removing any leftover contaminants.
5. (Optional) Tape off the area to be painted. This will help protect the area around the scratch from sanding and while applying paint.
6. Assess the exposed areas of the damage. If the substrate is bare metal or plastic, you must apply the primer included in the Preferred Kit.
7. If the area is already primed or not down to a bare substrate, you are ready to apply the first coat of color.

PART 2 - Apply Primer

Approximate time to complete*: 30 Minutes

What you need for PART 2:

• Primer Touch Up Pen

1. Remove cap from pen. If this is the first time using the pen, there will not be any color showing on the pen tip until it has been primed.
   
2. Prime the tip of the pen by pressing the pen tip down onto a soft surface several times. Use a firm but gentle force to avoid damaging the pen tip. Paint should saturate the tip within 3-5 pumps of the tip into the pen. If excess paint builds up on the pen tip, wipe with a soft, clean cloth.
   
   
   
   
3. Using the pen, lightly dab paint onto the area to be repaired.
4. Apply the first coat of Primer within the scratch area.
5. Let it dry, then apply a second coat.
6. Wait about 30 minutes for the primer to fully dry before moving on.

PART 3 - Apply Colorcoat

Approximate time to complete*: 30 Minutes

What you need for PART 2:

• Colorcoat

1. Shake well.
   
2. Using the pen, lightly dab paint onto the area to be repaired. Apply one coat evenly with this dabbing motion and allow it to dry for 15 minutes. Avoid applying paint outside the area to be repaired.
   
3. Repeat step 4 until the repair area is evenly and thoroughly covered, usually 2-3 coats. If your color is a Tricoat, repeat step 4 using the applicator labeled “Midcoat”, also for 2-3 coats.  
   
4. Replace the cap tightly on the pen when finished. Make sure the cap is secured well for proper storage of the pen before your next use.

PART 3 - Apply Clearcoat

Approximate time to complete*: 30 Minutes

What you need for PART 3:

• Clearcoat

1. Dab on a light, even coat of Clearcoat. The first coat should have thorough, even coverage.  Allow to dry for 15 minutes.
2. Repeat step 2 for up to 4 total coats. Do not exceed four coats.
3. Clearcoat will be dry enough to handle within 30 minutes of the last application. Allow it to dry for a full 48 hours before wet sanding, polishing, or waxing.

* Actual implementation times may vary