Epoxy primer
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[[Image:54_Dodge_Coronet_in_primer.jpg|right|thumb|350px|A 1954 Dodge Coronet body with a fresh coat of epoxy primer.]] | [[Image:54_Dodge_Coronet_in_primer.jpg|right|thumb|350px|A 1954 Dodge Coronet body with a fresh coat of epoxy primer.]] | ||
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Epoxy primer/sealer is a non-porous finish that is typically recommended as the first basecoat over bare steel. Various epoxy primers can also be applied over [[Fiberglassing|fiberglass]], plastic, or the black iron phosphate coating that remains after "converting" [[rust]]. Care must be taken to observe the epoxy maker's recommendations in preparing the surface over which the epoxy is applied. | Epoxy primer/sealer is a non-porous finish that is typically recommended as the first basecoat over bare steel. Various epoxy primers can also be applied over [[Fiberglassing|fiberglass]], plastic, or the black iron phosphate coating that remains after "converting" [[rust]]. Care must be taken to observe the epoxy maker's recommendations in preparing the surface over which the epoxy is applied. | ||
Real epoxy primer is a two-part mix, with a hardener that has to be added before spraying. The common epoxy paint you buy at the local hardware store in an aerosol can is not considered a true epoxy primer. | Real epoxy primer is a two-part mix, with a hardener that has to be added before spraying. The common epoxy paint you buy at the local hardware store in an aerosol can is not considered a true epoxy primer. | ||
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==Body filler and epoxy primer== | ==Body filler and epoxy primer== | ||
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*[http://www.valsparrefinish.com/val/docmgmt/retrieveDocument.do?id=42 Valspar 999VP Epoxy Primer] | *[http://www.valsparrefinish.com/val/docmgmt/retrieveDocument.do?id=42 Valspar 999VP Epoxy Primer] | ||
*[http://www.valsparrefinish.com/val/docmgmt/retrieveDocument.do?id=40 Valspar 999VPLV Low VOC Epoxy Primer] | *[http://www.valsparrefinish.com/val/docmgmt/retrieveDocument.do?id=40 Valspar 999VPLV Low VOC Epoxy Primer] | ||
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