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Can we get this stuff in Ontario?
Hell, can we even get it in Canada?
If not, What is a good engine bay paint that we can get around here? I like the looks of POR-15 because it's a three stage brush on product that doesn't show the brush marks at all. Not to mention the really nice finnish. I refuse to use Tremclad because it dulls in a week or so, and it's a single stage that will not hold up at all (peeling/scrathces etc..).. I need quality stuff...
I'll try and get some pics of POR-15 jobs for you, just so you know the quality i'm looking for...
Hell, can we even get it in Canada?
If not, What is a good engine bay paint that we can get around here? I like the looks of POR-15 because it's a three stage brush on product that doesn't show the brush marks at all. Not to mention the really nice finnish. I refuse to use Tremclad because it dulls in a week or so, and it's a single stage that will not hold up at all (peeling/scrathces etc..).. I need quality stuff...
I'll try and get some pics of POR-15 jobs for you, just so you know the quality i'm looking for...
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Stevens Auto Electric is a Distributor in Ontario (905)643-3965,there in Grimsby.They also ahave a web site but cannot find it right now.This might be it www1.bisinc.com/stevens/htdocs/
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Car: 1990 GTA
Engine: L98 5.7 L
Transmission: 700R
Axle/Gears: 3.45 9 Bolt
Por-15 is available from Quebec. I talked to them this morning and they say that to do the underside of your car( floorpan,Diff,&frame)the most you would need is 1 quart.This will give you enough to do two coats, which is recommended. It will dry to a hard glossy finish and will not show any brush strokes. The cost is $50.00 per quart + $10-15.00 in shipping + GST.They also said that you can paint it over any rust and it will seal it and prevent any more rust.
Their toll free number is 1-800-689-7504
http://www.por15canada.com/
Their toll free number is 1-800-689-7504
http://www.por15canada.com/
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I heard there is a 'system' you can buy from the makes of Por-15 that includes the metal prep (changes rust to zinc???). This is probably the one to get.
I've got spray undercoating on there now (black rubberized stuff from crappy tire). I wonder if I need to remove it all (ouch)
Anyone know?
Thanks in advance,
I've got spray undercoating on there now (black rubberized stuff from crappy tire). I wonder if I need to remove it all (ouch)
Anyone know?
Thanks in advance,
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Car: 1990 GTA
Engine: L98 5.7 L
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Yes you will have to remove it. The guy at Por-15 told me that to get the right application, it needs to be applied on dry,dirt free metal. Rust isn't a problem, you can paint over it.He said that it would stop the rust. If it is a painted surface you want to go over, you will either have to strip it or heavily rough up the area with sandpaper.If you have any concerns or questions, they are a call away. They were very friendly.
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Damn, wish I had known about Por-15 when I stripped my floor and wheel wells 4 years ago. Looks like the rust is coming back pretty heavy in some spots even though I took it right down to the metal, used rust killer, cleaned thoroughly and used some heavy duty rust paints topped with rubberized undercoating. DAMN, is there no stopping it!!!!
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I've bought it before. They sell a package deal for like $30 where you get a kit with everything you need to start. I was able to do the entire drivers side floor pan on my old 81 Z28. I've still got an unopened second package in my basement somewhere. I"m sure i got mine off the guy in Quebec. If you search on Yahoo for the POR-15 website, i think they have a link to the Quebec dealer, and you can order it online. Thats what I did.
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Stevens Auto Electric- as mentioned above- has it on the shelf all the time and will ship sameday if you're in a hurry.
It will ONLY stick to bare metal/rust NOTHING else. The company's claims it will 'stop' existing rust are not exactly accurate. It is a polymer sealant that just so happens to come in different colours. When it is completely dry and applied on metal it becomes very rigid and air/watertight (for all intents and purposes anyways). However- when painted over existing rust- ANY air trapped under the paint will allow rust to continue growing and it will 'bubble' like any other paint/sealant.
Also- if you put it over a rust spot that is surrounded by paint- it will stick to the rust- but not the paint where the two overlap-so- water still gets in by leeching through the surrounding perforated paint (i.e. the paint 'ridge') and rust will continue from the outer edge inward.
It dries into a very hard surface- which can chip (like any paint)- so it has to be 'maintained' by painting over the chipped areas once a year or so.
It works best when it is applied and a finish coat of another paint (i.e. a Tremclad or such) is used to seal up any areas where the POR-15 meets another substance (i.e. like surrounding paint mentioned above).
Most of the products are not a 'finish' coat and in fact will deteriorate over time when exposed to UV light (i.e. sunlight)- meaning you want to top-coat in anywhere it will be exposed to sunlight.
-Don't get me wrong- I've used this stuff for years and once you are familiar with its limitations it can be great stuff- but it is not a great 'cure-all' for everything. It is by far much better than using say a regular rust paint (i.e. Rustoleum or Tremclad) alone- but nothing's perfect.
It will ONLY stick to bare metal/rust NOTHING else. The company's claims it will 'stop' existing rust are not exactly accurate. It is a polymer sealant that just so happens to come in different colours. When it is completely dry and applied on metal it becomes very rigid and air/watertight (for all intents and purposes anyways). However- when painted over existing rust- ANY air trapped under the paint will allow rust to continue growing and it will 'bubble' like any other paint/sealant.
Also- if you put it over a rust spot that is surrounded by paint- it will stick to the rust- but not the paint where the two overlap-so- water still gets in by leeching through the surrounding perforated paint (i.e. the paint 'ridge') and rust will continue from the outer edge inward.
It dries into a very hard surface- which can chip (like any paint)- so it has to be 'maintained' by painting over the chipped areas once a year or so.
It works best when it is applied and a finish coat of another paint (i.e. a Tremclad or such) is used to seal up any areas where the POR-15 meets another substance (i.e. like surrounding paint mentioned above).
Most of the products are not a 'finish' coat and in fact will deteriorate over time when exposed to UV light (i.e. sunlight)- meaning you want to top-coat in anywhere it will be exposed to sunlight.
-Don't get me wrong- I've used this stuff for years and once you are familiar with its limitations it can be great stuff- but it is not a great 'cure-all' for everything. It is by far much better than using say a regular rust paint (i.e. Rustoleum or Tremclad) alone- but nothing's perfect.
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