HankHill

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Before I shot the primer on my jet I got the bright idea to put a drop of 3 in 1 oil on the hatch latches so paint wouldn't make them stick. Well that doesn't work! Now a week later oil spots about the size of a quarter have appeared. I think it wicked through the fibers. Does anyone have an idea have to draw this out. I have spread baking powder on it for now, not sure it has done anything. Not sure It is the end of the world, but...

Thanks for your help!

clguru

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Hi,

Try to wet sand with prepsol instead of water. Clean the surface with more prepsol to remove the dust and brush prime with K36 primer.
The K36 should keep any residual oil form getting to the surface.
Hope this helps.


Dan

Steve S

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Just out of curiousity what is Prepsol? What is it's intended purpose? I am on a mission to better my finish work,prep & painting techniques so everything helps


Thanks,Steve

clguru

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Prepsol is a degreasing agent used for cleaning surfaces before painting.
Prepsol is just a brand name, there are others. it should remove the oil residue that you speak of.

Dan

DavidR

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PPG DX 330 should help as well. I would sand away the spots first then clean throughly with the DX 330.

HankHill

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I ask our paint shop guy last night and he mentioned MEK. Methyl Ethyl Ketone. Is that similar? I don't think he understood what I was asking. What does K36 do that others don't? Thanks agian.

clguru

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K36 is just a good epoxy based primer. Good stuff!!!

Dan

DocYates

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While we are on the subject of painting, I am looking for information on a satin or flat clear coat. I am painting my jet and then applying Aeroloft graphic. Afterwards, what would you guys suggest to clear coat with, after I do a little weathering. I have seen DavidR's F-4 and wish I could replicate his weathering effect, I think it looks awesome.
Tommy

Gordon Mc

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Be careful of that MEK - it's nasty stuff.

Kevin_W

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Back in the ducted fan days it was very common to have heavily oil soaked fiberglass and wood, and prior to any repairs it was imperitive that you get all the oil out.
I used a product called K2R from the supermarket. It is intended as a spray on dry cleaning solution for fabric, but it works very well for our purposes too.
Just spray the K2R all over the affected area and allow it to dry (you will be able to see the areas where it is soaking up oil), then brush away the powder. Repeat this until the stuff goes on and dries completely (not soaking up any more oil), then wipe the entire area with one or more of the solvents suggested above. Sand, prim, and paint.

In the future if you want to keep paint from sticking to your hatch and hinge areas there is a mold release product called PVA (Polyvinyl Alcohol). You can spray or brush it on and it will stand up to most solvents and paint, but washes off easily with water.
http://www.fibreglast.com/showproduc...leases-23.html

HankHill

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Thanks to everyone! I was very despondent last night. I'm going to try the K2R.

BlackCloud

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If you have trouble finding K2R check these stores this is from http://www.k2rbrands.com/index.htm
ACE Hardware
True Value Hardware
Do It Best Hardware
Winn Dixie Supermarkets (Southeast Region)
Demoula’s Supermarkets (Boston Area)
Items Galore Stores
Discount Drug Marts

In addition, many independent grocers and drug stores carry K2r Products. For the location of your nearest retailer, please call us toll-free at (800) 383-8201

Katchmarek

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Yeh, definitely watch out with MEK, smells, is toxic and a carcinogen to boot!
Rob