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Rainy Day Auto said
What took me a long time to realize when i started painting cars is that you really can take your time.

Most people including me at first would act like they are in a state of emergency once the paint starts flying, but in reality, the paint or clear will still flow out and blend even up to a couple hours depending on what hardner you use.....so really there is no reason to rush, you can very much take breaks and take your time

Back in the enamel days no way, now even with base coat it is best to not let the paint flash and dry between coats, the clear is the reason I can see taking your time but it sure don't need to flash to far, Just an old hillbilly doing this for 10+ years but have not painted for 10 years.. I guess I was taught to never let it close to drying at all.. I never rushed or needed to unless it was a long/big truck or car