Epoxy primer

[langy]

Yes you can use it as a sealer before topcoating, I do it but tint it to the colour of the topcoat, stonechips don't tend to show up so bad.
Yes you can thin it but you need its own thinner Epofan if its Lechler. sorry can't remember the number.

I have finished prepping my engine bay and have given it 2 coats of epoxy followed by 3 coats of high build which is now sanded ready for top coat, what i would like to know is can i thin down the epoxy (lechler 29107) and use this as a sealer before i basecoat/clearcoat?

 

[vdubz]

Thanks, what ratio do you mix it at when using as a sealer

 

[langy]

2-1 + 10-15% thinner, same as usual. The thinner is 00516

Thanks, what ratio do you mix it at when using as a sealer

 

[vdubz]

How long should i let the epoxy flash for before spraying the basecoat

 

[langy]

Depending on temp really, at 75F i wait 1 hour

How long should i let the epoxy flash for before spraying the basecoat

 

[HughF]

I've had 2 cans of 29107 from metalflake over the last 18 months, last one delivered before xmas, both arrived un-tinted, but it still works fine and goes hard. I just use it as a ground coat for corrosion resistance and go over the top with either a synthetic or 2k primer depending on what system I'm using...

 

[langy]

I've had 2 cans of 29107 from metalflake over the last 18 months, last one delivered before xmas, both arrived un-tinted, but it still works fine and goes hard. I just use it as a ground coat for corrosion resistance and go over the top with either a synthetic or 2k primer depending on what system I'm using...

Its 10 times better with the tinter in it.

 

[HughF]

Can I self tint with a lechler tinter?

 

[M@tt]

quick question

i've just been using some of this lechler epoxy on my replacement car sill, however i've found that it appears to go on almost transparent, is this right?

i've stirred the tin vigorously before measuring out and measured it out correctly in the 2:1 ratio and it looks a beige/grey colour in the pot however when its coming out its pretty much transparent.

i've checked all the pressure on my gun and they are all correct so i don't think its that

here's a pic showing the colour in the pot and my cill after 1 coat

any pointers appreciated

 

[langy]

quick question

i've just been using some of this lechler epoxy on my replacement car sill, however i've found that it appears to go on almost transparent, is this right?

i've stirred the tin vigorously before measuring out and measured it out correctly in the 2:1 ratio and it looks a beige/grey colour in the pot however when its coming out its pretty much transparent.

i've checked all the pressure on my gun and they are all correct so i don't think its that

here's a pic showing the colour in the pot and my cill after 1 coat

Matt i assume you bought the epoxy from Metalflake ??? If so the epoxy they sell has no tinter in it so therefore is almost transparent, I tried it once but didn't like it at all.

any pointers appreciated

Matt i'm assuming you got your epoxy from Metalflake ??? If so the one they sell has no tinter in it and goes on almost transparent, I tried it once but would not buy from them again as i just don't like it.


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[M@tt]

got it in one langy!!

I had assumed the previous mentions of tinter meant that people were changing its colour to something close to their base coat/topcoat colour as opposed to needing it as it has no colour.

I think I'd definitely prefer some colour to it, so you can see what you're doing, I presume i can just buy some tinter for it?

EDIT > Doh! just seen this has already been covered earlier in the thread, must have missed that, apologies

 

[langy]

got it in one langy!!

I had assumed the previous mentions of tinter meant that people were changing its colour to something close to their base coat/topcoat colour as opposed to needing it as it has no colour.

I think I'd definitely prefer some colour to it, so you can see what you're doing, I presume i can just buy some tinter for it?

EDIT > Doh! just seen this has already been covered earlier in the thread, must have missed that, apologies

Yes you can buy tinter for it, I gave mine away to a mate to use as i had some tinted here already, To be honest i was pretty p****d off with Metalflake as it should be stated when you buy it, I get my epoxy tinted to the colour i require and it builds up nicely and is a joy to paint with.

 

[boatbuilder]

I just sprayed the underside of my roof with the Lechler 29107 last week...
used a HVLP gun, 1.8mm tip. Tends to clog up the tip pretty fast if you stop spraying for too long.

Its great stuff though. Gives you peace of mind that one more section is sealed up and now rust-free.

 

[Kiki-vk]

I have one question, I bought epoxy primer - tinted binder 29 108 and caused it directly to the metal, then I sanded and inflicted carsystem polyester filler, I had no problems, and I sanded it and inflicted filler, outlined to me all the spots of the whale and material is a surface dry but a lot of rubber-(left traces), the first time I used that kind of epoxy because it did not have 29 107 in the store, what am I to do? greeting

 

[langy]

I have one question, I bought epoxy primer - tinted binder 29 108 and caused it directly to the metal, then I sanded and inflicted carsystem polyester filler, I had no problems, and I sanded it and inflicted filler, outlined to me all the spots of the whale and material is a surface dry but a lot of rubber-(left traces), the first time I used that kind of epoxy because it did not have 29 107 in the store, what am I to do? greeting

Well for a start filler doesn't go on top of Polyester spray filler, Correct sequence is Epoxy prime, key and then filler work, then hi build primer, orif you really must, go on with Polyester spray filler, Personally i wouldn't touch the stuff as it sucks up moisture like a sponge and if you havn't got an oven to bake it in your asking for trouble !!!

 

[Kiki-vk]

what is recommended? 1. Sand it all down and re-applied epoxy? 2. Or on this apply 2k epoxy and then painted?

 

[vdubz]

Going to be spraying some suspension parts with the lechler 29107 epoxy, and want to give it 2 coats, how long should i wait in between coats of epoxy? after looking at the td sheet it just says, wait 1 to 24 hours at 20 C and overcoat directly with 2 pack. Is it the same time between coats of epoxy? can't remember how long i waited between coats the last time i sprayed this.

 

[langy]

Going to be spraying some suspension parts with the lechler 29107 epoxy, and want to give it 2 coats, how long should i wait in between coats of epoxy? after looking at the td sheet it just says, wait 1 to 24 hours at 20 C and overcoat directly with 2 pack. Is it the same time between coats of epoxy? can't remember how long i waited between coats the last time i sprayed this.

Just let it flash off and then on with the next coat, usually 10 - 15 minutes