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Body-Filler Tips
- With welding and grinding done, the next phase of the repair is the use of body filler. We used two typed of filler on this repair: fiberglass filler for a base coat and plastic filler for a smooth, finishing coat. Body fillers are available from auto supply stores. Follow the instructions that come with the filler that you select.
- Try to keep the first coat of fiberglass filler as smooth as possible. This will mean less excess will need to be sanded off later. Make certain that you fill any small crevices of the repair area.
- The filler will harden quickly. When it does, sand it smooth using 40- to 80-grit sandpaper and a sanding block.
- Apply the plastic filler in the same manner, keeping the application as smooth as possible.
- Once the plastic filler dries, sand it smooth using 80-grit sandpaper.
Note :
Be careful when adding hardener to your filler. The more use, the faster the hardening process. If you add too much, the filler may harden before you can apply it.
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