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Discussion in 'Technical Discussion' started by Paul Sampson, Jan 19, 2017.

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  1. Paul Sampson, Jan 19, 2017
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    Paul Sampson

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    What type of resin do I use on oily fiberglass?
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  2. Capt Ralph, Jan 19, 2017
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    Oily? Contaminated with oil?
  3. Pascal, Jan 19, 2017
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    Oily ?? Clean it and degrease it first or nothing will stick
  4. Lepke, Jan 21, 2017
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    Wipe it down with acetone, use epoxy resin. Polyester resin doesn't stick well to anything. Even itself. It only bonds together when the previous layer hasn't fully cured. I use West Systems. They have several additives that can increase strength and adhesion.
  5. Capt J, Jan 22, 2017
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    I agree, it's really hard to beat the West system for repairs. Also can make a putty with it and micro-balloons or cavesil and pack it into joints or use as a filler.
  6. Ward, Jan 23, 2017
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