Anyone ever use POR-15?

[ebirder2000@...]

I have used POR-15 for several projects on the bus. It is an exceptional
product that produces a hard glossy finish that is very chip resistant and easy
to clean. BUT... in order to get the results that are possible from it
requires a lot of preparatory work. All loose rust must be removed requiring
scrappin
g wire brushing etc. Then the metal preparatory solution, actually an acid
etcher, needs to be applied, allowed to work and then thoroughly rinsed off in
order to stop the acid action. The surface to be painted must be dry. Make
sure that you wear gloves as POR -15 is difficult to remove from your skin.
Your results will be great with if you follow the directions. POR 15 is not an
inexpensive product for large projects like an entire bus chassis.

I have been painting/repainting the chassis of my bus small sections and
have had good results from a product called Hammerite. The preparation process
is far less complicated. I have been removing all the loose rust, cleaning all
the grease and oil from the surface to be covered with solvents then brush
painting it on. The product has shown excellent adherence to the chassis and
has been holding up well. The acid etching process required for POR-15 is not
required. The best part is that Hammerite costs about one forth as much as
POR-15.

I am not suggesting that Hammerite is a better product than POR-15. In fact
it is not. But to be practical, if you are repainting an entire chassis as it
sits, that is, with the all the electrical, wiring, hoses and accessories
still attached, and are working under the bus. Then acid etching and complete
rust removal is not possible. I recommend the less expensive, easier route. I
think you will probably be satisfied with the results.

Steve Anderson
79 FC 35
Poulsbo, Wa.


In a message dated 7/21/2007 6:08:13 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
sforman@... writes:

















Seems like a good product in design, wondering if it works. Wanting to
address surface oxidation under my bus. Anyone use it or know another
better product?

Scott Forman
86 PT38
With a cruddy underside









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