FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Base Filling






Base filling

Coarse filling




Filler intended for (galvanized panels) larger unevenness mixed thoroughly with the hardener included. See the text on the pot. Do not fill deeper than 1 mm.
Incorrect hardener or incorrect quantity of hardener can lead to blotches in the paint.

Fine filler
Filler intended for smaller unevenness mixed thoroughly with the hardener included. See the text on the pot.
For specific filling data see.

Allow filler to dry




The data given below is approximate and can vary between manufacturers. Therefore always follow the manufacturers recommendation.
Drying time 20-30 minutes at room temperature (20°C (68°F)).
Filler can be force dried as follows:






Note! There is always a risk of cracking when force drying polyester products.

Sand the filler




Sand filler with dry sandpaper P180 and an oscillating grinder.

Note! Do not sand with coarser paper than P 80. Do not wet sand.