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POR 15

2002-04-26 by mgacoupe1959

Hi all,
Been using POR 15 for many years. When I "fixed up" my MGA coupe I 
took the fenders, wheels etc along with other parts to the Ready 
Strip in Tampa.  After they dipped the parts I sprayed everything 
that did not need a nice glossy finish with the clear.  Since then 
I've been using it on almost every part that I take off a carand also 
metal stuff around the house.
A few pointers though.  Initially I did buy a gallon can, however 
since I've only gotten quarts.  Once you open it you need to use as 
much as possible since it will become hard as a rock. I use Saran 
Wrap between the paint and the lid and this does help some. 
Wear disposable gloves and also use disposable brushes.  If it gets 
on your hands it has to wear off.  There is a solvent that does help 
but only when the paint is fresh and hasn't dried.
When I sprayed the MGA parts that was the first and only time. You 
need to use a very good respirator and possibly a disposable gun. 
Since then I've brushed it on and it does flow out some. I usually 
use only on surfaces that don't require a nice smooth finish, as it 
sometimes dries "rough" and its tough to sand.
The clear and gloss black do require a coat of paint that will 
protect from UV light.  I also use "chassis black" that dries more 
like a satin finish than gloss, and it can be exposed to UV light.
Anyway, this is great stuff and I would highly recommend it.  
expensive, but about on par with a lot of the two part urethane 
undercoating, but well worth it.
I would like to hear from others if they any experience with it.
Thanks
Michael
3V 5613

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