Epoxy primer advice

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6686mustang

Hi all - been years since I've painted. I am restoring my 86 Mustang GT - as I've gotten older, I think about my health a whole lot more and want to stick around for a while.. That said - I saw some photos of epoxy primer being used on the underside (floor pans) and a rear axle - I loved the look. Color was similar to a red / maroon. Can this be sprayed on and left as is (read alot of opinions regarding this on some Mustang forums) - or do you need to clear it for protection from dampness/occasional road use? What precautions do you need to take with epoxy primers - can you spray them in the garage? Or will my wife throw me out of the house once the smell makes it in? What respirator will I need? Pardon the novice questions - looking to get advice from the guys who know & want to continue breathing for many more years - Thanks!
 
First of all there is nothing stronger on a frame or underside of a body then epoxy, chemically, stone chipping and just plain durability.
UV's do not bend and go in a straight line, so if you lay under a car and cannot get a suntan, the epoxy is safe from UV's.
Same for engine or passenger compartment.

Can you clear it, sure but you are going backwards, same with ANY other SS or paint in this industry as they are not as tough.

I epoxied the frame of my corvette outside the garage and the engine as well as the hood.

I'm only speaking for the SPI epoxy here as there is a lot of other stuff out there called epoxy that NONE of the above apply too.
 
Thanks! I can paint outside as well - underside or rear axle - some dust isnt a factor - Yes, SPI is what I will be using - after reading about the SPI products, cant wait to experiment. I appreciate your advice!
 
You said you painted your chassis outside - did you still wear a respirator of some kind? Does it require a special gun? Thanks!
 
Don't overlook your eyes, either. Your mucosa is the fastest route for anything to the blood (and thus your brain). I also wear goggles when I spray. Not the safety glasses but actual safety goggles that completely enclose your eyes. Safety glasses at minimum are a must, in my opinion. In two cases now I've had paint spray up in my face for one reason or another, and it got on my safety glasses but never past them.
 
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