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> All-Metal Body Filler, Cure Time
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post Feb 19 2005, 05:26 PM
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I tried my first attempt at using All-Metal body fille to smooth out some rough surfaces. The instructions say to mix a certain amount of activator an apply. Set up time before sanding it says is 20-30 minutes. It's been 2 hours and the stuff is barely starting to thicken. I may have not added enough activator. Will it still cure if I leave it alone for say 24 hours?
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post Feb 19 2005, 05:42 PM
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Either you didn't add enough hardener or it's too cold. The other possibility is the stuff is old.
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post Feb 19 2005, 05:49 PM
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QUOTE (914GT @ Feb 19 2005, 06:42 PM)
Either you didn't add enough hardener or it's too cold.  The other possibility is the stuff is old.

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I always add a little extra on the activator, then let it dry overnight. If you add too much activator, then it will solidify quickly and it will be difficult the spread evenly. Just mix another batch, but with less activator.
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post Feb 19 2005, 05:53 PM
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scrape it off and start over. Don't trust it.
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post Feb 19 2005, 05:59 PM
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Unfortunatley I will have to give another 16 hours to cure as it is back at the office and I just got home. I mean if given enough time, this stuff will cure wont it?
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post Feb 19 2005, 06:03 PM
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Follow Ricks advice, even if it gets hard after 24 hours.
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post Feb 19 2005, 06:05 PM
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If I do that. how the heck do you scrape it off? This stuff ends up with the same consistency as lead.
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post Feb 19 2005, 09:51 PM
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post Feb 19 2005, 09:54 PM
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So is it hard yet? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif)

If you have to take it off a heat gun will help.
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post Feb 20 2005, 09:34 AM
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I don't know. I be heading over to the office in an hour or so to find out.
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post Feb 20 2005, 12:35 PM
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QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Feb 19 2005, 03:53 PM)
scrape it off and start over. Don't trust it.

Well shit! Even after 24 hours the stuff still didn't harden well. Got it all off though. Here I go again.
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post Feb 21 2005, 10:52 AM
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Something is funny, either not enough activator or something. did just like the instructions said and then hit it with a board hand sander after 30 minutes, it was SOLID!
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post Feb 21 2005, 11:12 AM
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Check for a date code imprinted on the "product". If it still doesn't work you can verify with the manufacturer that your retailer is selling old stock. That will get you a replacement and a "sincere" apology. The mistake I usually make is adding too much hardener, gotta work fast.
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post Feb 21 2005, 11:37 AM
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We used to use Devcon aluminum filled epoxy by the ton (literally). We had the local supplier bring it in as needed so it didn't get 'old'. It was amazing how much better the fresh material was compared to 'old' material that was still well within it's freshness date. I think storage conditions are important. Mix the base material well before adding the activator. Mix well again before using. Oh, we used to keep the material in a warm-box set for about 100ºF for a few hours before mixing. I would expect the body-filler to act much the same way. Don't mix more than you can use in ten minutes. The clock starts ticking as soon as the activator is added, not when you have finished mixing. You have to plan to work fast. Keep the tools as clean as possible.
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post Feb 21 2005, 11:43 AM
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is this metal filler the alternative to leading?
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post Feb 21 2005, 11:58 AM
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Yep, alternative to lead, alternative to fiberglass type fillers. It's just that, filler.
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post Feb 21 2005, 01:03 PM
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post Feb 21 2005, 01:20 PM
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I recently started using a 5 minute alternative to the West epoxy I had been using.

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Whatever the outcome, the job is done.. soon.


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post Mar 15 2005, 06:16 AM
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After all that I would try a test batch on cardboard or sumtin.
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