Induction times

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72gs455

I am getting ready to epoxy prime my frame and front end parts. i was looking for proper induction times. So I did a search and I would like for someone to just tell me..
Anyone want to tell me, what is the shortest and longest times to let it set. What is the optimal time before spraying?

Thanks!
Jerry
 
Most let it induce for 30 minutes, I've shot batches that were 48hrs old but it's thicker. 30 minutes is a safe bet for general use.
 
Is induction time that period after you stir the epoxy or after you mix the epoxy and activator?
 
I was thinking from the time I add activator, how long it should sit with occasional stirring before putting it in the gun to shoot.
 
Mix activator, stir in and induction time starts, no need to stir again until you are ready to use.
 
Wiping down tonight writhing waterborne-tomorrow with solvent with and on epoxy Saturday
Sound right?
 
HELP!!!!!
I opened up the activator to take a look, it seems pretty dark! Is it worth a chance to use it or not? It has never been frozen but has been open for a year.
 
I searched the forum, I think I'm okay to use it...
If anyone want to tell me different, I have about 12 hours before I mix it?
 
I'm ready...

I did move drums and linkage, that was just a place to put it when it came in the garage. image.jpg
 
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So...

Now that it is painted, do I need a top coat? I think it looks great the way it is! The big OL Buick will never do wheelies, so I don't think the sun will ever hit it, unless there are mirrors on the ground to show it off!

I did a search, I just want to be sure before I move on.

Thanks!
Jerryimage.jpg
 
72gs455;30918 said:
Now that it is painted, do I need a top coat? I think it looks great the way it is! The big OL Buick will never do wheelies, so I don't think the sun will ever hit it, unless there are mirrors on the ground to show it off!

I did a search, I just want to be sure before I move on.

Thanks!
Jerry
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I don't top coat frames or engine compartments
 
Ok. So I am alittle slow but what exactly is the induction time doing? Take out moisture? Bonding?
 
Im not the expert... but from what i know, it is giving the chemicals time to properly mix for a superior product!
 
My understanding is by "inducing" you are introducing the products together because at first I believe they are trying to pull apart from each other. By inducing they are chemically bonding together to make the epoxy. Barry explained it on a Chemist's level to me at one time, but I can't explain it that way. lol
 
A little late, but all of the activators i have received have been dark amber in color. I assume that is normal.
 
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