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==Body filler tips== | ==Body filler tips== | ||
+ | In a large flat plastic if or disposable surface Make small batches of well folded body filler, apply small batches in wide thin layers. Sanding and cleaning once partially hardened. This will result in a better finish and smoother transitions. It will also reduce waste; saving money. | ||
*For body lines and peaks on hoods or doors, use a contour gauge to make a custom plastic filler spreader: | *For body lines and peaks on hoods or doors, use a contour gauge to make a custom plastic filler spreader: | ||
#Place the contour gauge on an undamaged area to get the contour. | #Place the contour gauge on an undamaged area to get the contour. | ||
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*Use an aluminum ruler to find high and low spots such as doors, hood to fender, trunk lid to fender, etc. | *Use an aluminum ruler to find high and low spots such as doors, hood to fender, trunk lid to fender, etc. | ||
*If using filler with hatonite you can sand filler while still tacky. This will shred the filler smooth easily with hardly any pressure. When finished, follow up with a polyester glaze or add filler thinner to your final coat of filler. | *If using filler with hatonite you can sand filler while still tacky. This will shred the filler smooth easily with hardly any pressure. When finished, follow up with a polyester glaze or add filler thinner to your final coat of filler. | ||
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==DIY body filler recipes== | ==DIY body filler recipes== |