How To Repair A Cracked Plastic Auto Body Part Using Epoxy
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This video will show you how to repair a cracked plastic auto body part using epoxy.
TOOLS NEEDED:
- Flexible plastic epoxy repair kit or similar products
- Plastic repair reinforcing tape
- Caulking gun or similar tool
- Plastic spreader
INSTRUCTIONS:
- 1. Before doing to repair, make sure of a good preparation of the damaged area. If you’re not sure, watch our video: How to prepare an auto body plastic repair part for repair.
- By using the mixing tip, on a mixing plate, on a mixing plate, pour the glue and the activator evenly to make sure both products are well mixed.
- Apply a thin layer of glue on the entire tear.
- Using a plastic spreader, spread the glue evenly over the tear.
- Make sure you have enough glue to cover the tear, if not, immediately apply a second coat for a proper build.
- Prepare a plastic repair reinforcing tape by cutting to shape. Next, apply the tape to the repair.
- Immediately apply another coat to cover the reinforcing tape.
- Using the same plastic spreader, spread the glue evenly to cover the tape.
- Allow to dry according to the setting time of the manufacturer before handling (refer to the technical data sheet or directly to the glue tube, work time).
- For a double-sided repair, repeat the same steps without the reinforcement tape.
- Apply a thin layer of glue on the entire tear.
- Using a plastic spreader, spread the glue evenly over the tear.
- Wait according to the manufacturer’s references (sand time on average 15-20 min.) before sanding to P100/P120.
- Once dry, sand with P100/P120, until you have a smooth surface.
- Once well sanded, finish with finishing putty or directly apply primer.
- That’s it!
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