Designed for power sanding, each 8 inch disc with Stikit™ attachment can be easily attached to and used on an 8” dual action sander. During Stage 1 of the 3M Body Repair System use the 40 grit discs to quickly strip paint from metal, plastic or fiberglass panels. Follow this step with 80 grit sandpaper to refine the 40 grit scratches. This will allow the body filler to adhere well to the panel.
Product Details:
About the 3M Body Repair SystemThe 3M Body Repair System connects two great brands and demonstrates how 3M & Bondo® branded products work together to achieve an excellent body repair. The four-stage process highlights the different steps for repairing everything from a paint scratch to a small dent to a patch of rustred out metal.The stages explain how products from different categories – such as abrasives, tapes, body filler and tools – work together during each stage of a repair. | |||
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Stage 1 products are for removal of material in damaged areas in preparation for treatments and repair. These products help mask the area and remove paint and rust. | ![]() |
Stage 2 products are for removing dents, treating and repairing rust, reinforcing holes in preparation for filler application, pulling dents patching holes and making small repairs. |
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Stage 3 products are for applying body filler, feathering, sanding, and re-applying. These products are for preparing the surface for primer. | ![]() |
Stage 4 products are for the final step -- sealing with primer, paint and polish. |
| 3M Part Number | 31550 |
| UPC | 51131315501 |
| Case Quantity | ------------------------ |
| Case Inner Pack | 5 discs per pack |
| Diameter | 8 inch (203 mm) |
| Performance Level | Better |
| Backing | E Weight Paper |
| Hole Design | No Holes |
| Grade | 40 Grit |
| Product Form | Abrasive Disc |
| Packaged Form | Sleeved |
| Sanding Surface | Clear Coat, Fiberglass, Filler, Metal, Paint, Plastic |
| Abrasive Mineral | Aluminum Oxide |
| Attachment Method | Stikit |
| Sanding Method | Hand, Machine |
| Wet or Dry | Dry |