can any of you body gooruus confirm this info below.
For exterior metal (usually the body) any of the automotive grade enamel or lacquer primers and paints can be used. However, a lacquer primer does not inhibit rust. If the part is to remain unpainted for any length if time, the primer will absorb water and the metal will rust under the paint. DuPont as a relatively new primer called "Vera prime". It is supposedly a polyurethane with an etchant that when dry seals the metal from any water. Thus competes a quick course in fighting rust.
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I read in Car Craft a couple of years ago that if the car will sit for awhile with just primer, You don't want to use a lacquer. Lacquer will absorb moisture over time. Especially in the winter. Use an epoxy primer. The link below is about restoring a Morgan. Pay attention to the last paragraph. Hope that helps you to decide.
http://www.team.net/www/morgan/tech/art018.html
Rich
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Is that to say that I dont need to spray a sealer type primer (epoxy primer?) to keep it from rusting?
What about what they call metal prep?
I thought I would be able to work any small imperfections out after the sealer type prime was on? Is that true?
Can you recomend any good readings on this?
Thanks again for all your help!
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Get a good self etching primer, like Dupont Vari prime. Spray a very light coat over all metal surfaces. You will still be able to see through the primer for any additional work needed. Self etching will keep the bare metal from rusting and allows for good adhesion when you shoot your primer once you are ready.
Mike Holleman
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Subject: [Chevelle-list] bare metal( will primer seal from rusting?)
Many are the question of the amateur.....
I have my 66 down to bare metal with most of the body work done.
Can I have it primered or do it myself to keep it from rusting?(will the primer seal it?)
What kind of primer should one use?
Can you use spoting putty on top of primer?
Thanks guys!
