[rbray]

After reading this thread I have decided to take a crack at doing the prep work on my EM.
I have cleaned and degreased the body as you have suggested.
My first task is a block sanding with 220 grit.
The body is seamless, but it does have some mold lines in it.
After applying some spray paint and resanding I discovered that I put some flat spots in the gel where I sanded down the mold lines. I am now in the process of applying Everclear galazing and restanding.
Thanks for all of the information and I hope you don't mind if I ask some questions along the way,
Roger