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Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
By:JohnAbercrombie
Date: 1/1/2017, 10:19 am
In Response To: Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear (Paul T)

I also should warn anyone else that tries this that the majority of auto clear hardeners contain isocyanate which is toxic and a charcoal respirator should be used. When the clear hardens the toxicity is no longer present.

Good advice.
Some of the 'boatbuilding 2-part paints and clears (Awlgrip, Epifanes, Interlux) seem to be even more noxious than the modern automotive products. The vapours can affect the eyes so full-face fresh air supply (HobbyAire or similar) protection is even better than a 'regular' canister respirator mask.
Definitely strong arguments for finding a willing auto spray shop (and pro sprayer) in your area!

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Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
Paul T -- 12/31/2016, 5:20 pm
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
Marc Upchurch -- 12/31/2016, 7:07 pm
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Mike Bielski -- 12/31/2016, 8:51 pm
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Paul T -- 12/31/2016, 9:06 pm
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Mike Bielski -- 1/1/2017, 9:53 am
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JohnAbercrombie -- 1/1/2017, 10:19 am
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
Dan Caouette (CSCWC) -- 1/1/2017, 12:42 pm
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Nick R. -- 1/1/2017, 2:41 pm
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Marc Upchurch -- 1/1/2017, 2:43 pm
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Paul T -- 1/1/2017, 6:36 pm
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
Paul T -- 1/1/2017, 6:43 pm
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear *PIC*
Paul T -- 1/4/2017, 8:12 pm
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Bill Hamm -- 1/6/2017, 3:14 am
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Marc Upchurch -- 1/6/2017, 6:46 am
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear *PIC*
Paul T -- 1/6/2017, 7:25 am
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
Dan Caouette (CSCWC) -- 1/6/2017, 10:02 am
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Marc Upchurch -- 1/6/2017, 11:04 am
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Roy Martin -- 1/6/2017, 11:35 am
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Paul T -- 1/6/2017, 12:54 pm
Re: Material: Using a roller for automotive clear
Paul T -- 1/6/2017, 12:41 pm