Because I need to put finish on the backsides of the boards, I used two pieces of scrap plywood with 4 nails sticking up to act as a support and so as not to wipe off any of the finish on the underside.
In between coats, drying.
Down to the final stage in this process. It’s hard to get the best idea of how the board on the left looks in the picture, but you can get an idea looking at the bottom of the board. After the final coat of finish, I just used 4O steel wool to cut the sheen, then used ground pumice and water to get the fine scratches out the the slightly coarser steel wool left. The board on the right hasn’t been touched after the last coat of finish and you can see some reflections at the top.
Done, though I know I’ll work on the passenger side a touch more after dinner.
One of the last time I saw the bards before being installed. I still have yet to see them in car, in person and it's been 5 months since dropping them off.
One last look...
These last 4 are courtesy Singer.
***Disclaimer - Singer doesn't endorse me and I don't endorse Singer*** - I have to say that.