Anyone ever use POR-15?

[David Brady]

Jamestown Distributors, Bristol RI

David Brady
'02 LXi, Smokey
NC

Scott Forman wrote:
>
> Sounds right up my alley, was hoping (dreaming?) to find something
> that did not require a lot of prep work since I am working in such
> close quarters under the bus. Where is Hammerite sold?
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> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> , ebirder2000@... wrote:
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> > 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.
> >
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> > In a message dated 7/21/2007 6:08:13 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
> > sforman@... writes:
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> > 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?
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> > Scott Forman
> > 86 PT38
> > With a cruddy underside
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