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| Author: | meddlingfool [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 1:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | West Epoxy Question... |
I have West Epoxy 105 with hardeners 206 and 207. I forget which one makes it glue and which one makes it suitable for pore fill. Am I right to assume that the 'special clear hardener' is the one to use? Thanks |
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| Author: | joe white [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 2:06 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
Both can be used for pore filling. The 206 will give you a longer working time. The 207 or "Special Clear Hardener" as they call it will start to set up more quickly. |
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| Author: | dberkowitz [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 2:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
Either. Use the 207 if you want an absolutely clear fill, or use the 206 if you don't mind the very slight amber tint. If you're top coating this with a waterborne, then the amber will offset any bluish/coldness in the finish. |
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| Author: | meddlingfool [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 4:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
Thanks, I will be using KTM-SV, which is pretty clear to my eye, being urethane not acrylic. Cheers |
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| Author: | douglas ingram [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 7:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
And they both make it work as a glue... |
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| Author: | Trevor Gore [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 8:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
For a pore fill, use only the 207 clear coat hardener. It's called clear coat because it stays clear. 206 can bloom, sometimes a substantial time down the track, like two years. DAMHIKT. I've never had a problem with the 207. As far as I know, they can both (206 & 207) be used as glue, as well as the 205 hardener. I only use the 206, because it's hot here. |
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| Author: | meddlingfool [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 9:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
Thanks all. I used the 207. Still hate pore fill... |
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| Author: | Trevor Gore [ Sat Mar 17, 2012 10:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
http://www.westsystem.com/ss/207-special-clear-hardener Quote: "207 Hardener will not blush or turn cloudy in humid conditions". ...the implication being that the other hardeners might (and I know they do!). Why take the chance? |
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| Author: | Rod True [ Sun Mar 18, 2012 12:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | West Epoxy Question... |
Mr. Fool where about's do you get your west system epoxy in the wet west side? I think it's time to give it a try... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | meddlingfool [ Sun Mar 18, 2012 3:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
River Marine Supplies on Clark Drive in East Van. Over 100$ for the 105, a 206, and a 207. Not cheap, but clearer than z-poxy. Comes in metal tins that like to seal themselves shut real good. I miss being able to get system three in the shampoo style squeeze bottles... |
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| Author: | joe white [ Sun Mar 18, 2012 4:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: West Epoxy Question... |
You can also order the West System epoxy directly from West System. I like getting it from them and insuring fresh product. They are great folks to deal with. |
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