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Yesterday, 10:19 AM

Len replied to a thread Best overall polish for buffing and polishing in Final Touch

The reason you can see those imperfections is because of the light being reflected and my guess is that there may be a lot more imperfections in...

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05-08-2022, 04:56 PM

Len replied to a thread dodge ram bed side repair - bonding vs welding in Rust Repair

I think Fusor was the first to put spacing in the mix and if you only need a small amount the Fusor Caulk Gun Conversion Kit may be a low cost option.

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04-24-2022, 06:56 PM

Len replied to a thread Stripping paint in Tools Used in the Body Shop

No it's the Eastwood machine. We are in the business of restoring vehicles so we do things like this as quickly and as good as possible. If I was...

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04-24-2022, 04:40 PM

Len replied to a thread Stripping paint in Tools Used in the Body Shop

My helper has started using one and he seems to like it but he needs to use our Makita buffer/sander with 80 grit disks to do a lot of the car where...

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04-24-2022, 04:03 AM

Len replied to a thread Sanding Sag from BM Super Spec P22 in General Discussion

Because a hardener was not used the chance of a bad reaction is possible. When blending over a hardened paint I would normally recommend applying...

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04-23-2022, 07:13 PM

Len replied to a thread horse trailer in General Discussion

No need to strip the old paint unless it's peeling or cracking, just scuff it with some 600 or finer then paint.

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04-23-2022, 07:11 PM

Len replied to a thread Sanding Sag from BM Super Spec P22 in General Discussion

If the work has been kept warm you may be able to sand now but then wet sanding prior to spraying would not be as good as dry sanding. I'd probably...

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04-23-2022, 11:27 AM

Len replied to a thread Sanding Sag from BM Super Spec P22 in General Discussion

If there is NO HARDENER added then you should wait the recommended amount of time before sanding. Even after waiting non-hardened enamel stays...

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04-22-2022, 08:02 PM

Len replied to a thread horse trailer in General Discussion

I've done several horse trailers inside and out. As far as the rust goes I treat it just like car rust, grind it off, treat it with Picklex 20 then...

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04-22-2022, 10:29 AM

Len replied to a thread Question on repairing small holes in the hood? in Rust Repair

If you can't find it locally you can order it from our store linked on the picture below.

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04-22-2022, 04:39 AM

Len replied to a thread Question on repairing small holes in the hood? in Rust Repair

I've never used anything but the 3M aluminum tape so I don't know how other products will work. If your repair is in a place where moisture can...

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04-21-2022, 07:50 PM

Len replied to a thread Question on repairing small holes in the hood? in Rust Repair

If possible you'll want to have the area low by tapping it down then install the foil tape then cut the tape so that the edges are within the low...

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04-21-2022, 01:43 PM

Len started a thread Sagola Primer Gun Special $65 in General Discussion

We've been spraying primer with this gun and it works quite well. There is only four in stock so get one or two while you can. LINK

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04-20-2022, 07:36 PM

Len replied to a thread Question on repairing small holes in the hood? in Rust Repair

The longest lasting repair would be to weld in a patch then seal it from behind but if you can't get behind it then I'd probably opt for aluminum...

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04-19-2022, 06:48 PM

Len replied to a thread Stripping a chrome pot metal dash. in General Discussion

Several hardeners may work well but you should do some experimenting prior to putting it where you want it.

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04-19-2022, 06:46 PM

Len replied to a thread The dreaded orange peel in General Discussion

That all depends on the engineering of the gun, some should be sprayed with a reduced pattern and some work well wide open.

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04-18-2022, 06:57 PM

Len replied to a thread The dreaded orange peel in General Discussion

If the air from the compressor is cold it could effect your result, I've always had my compressor in side so I haven't any experience with that...

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04-18-2022, 10:24 AM

Len replied to a thread The dreaded orange peel in General Discussion

Is the temperature of the paint, room and vehicle all above 60 degrees F ? Also be sure to allow your first coat the flash a little before you apply...

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04-18-2022, 10:19 AM

Len replied to a thread Cheapest fix for my 87 silverado tailgate badge? in General Discussion

Yep, if I were doing it and wanted it to last I'd probably use a two part, self-leveling seam sealer to fill the low area, allow it to harden then...

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04-18-2022, 07:04 AM

Len replied to a thread The dreaded orange peel in General Discussion

We spray with Sata guns DeVilbiss guns and Sagola guns and nothing applies the paint more smoothly than the Sagola 4600. On the Sagola we use the...

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04-17-2022, 12:53 PM

Len replied to a thread Stripping paint in Tools Used in the Body Shop

I'm guessing but by the looks of those drums they look like they would probably generate less heat than a rotating sanding disk. But I'm guessing.

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04-17-2022, 09:03 AM

Len replied to a thread Cheapest fix for my 87 silverado tailgate badge? in General Discussion

I guess you could try it but I haven't had much luck with one part adhesives for this type of work. Two part products can work well and the molding...

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