SURFACE PATCHING PASTE

[ZZ]

I have always used Simtec's 4981 white patching paste to repair small dings and minor cosmetic divots. However I use such small amounts over long periods of time, nearly the entire quart eventually turns to rubber and has to be trashed.

I am looking for a lower quantity solution to avoid wasting so much material and cash. White is a must and MEKP catalyst is preferred but I am flexible on that.

Any suggestions?

Paul
ZZ

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For very small dents, you could use cold enamel for repairing bathtubs, kitchen stoves etc. Available in small bottles (20 ml). Not really kosher, but...

http://www.ditmer.nl/EN/Enameling/Care%20and%20repair/index_cold_enamel.htm

[Papa3[_2_]]

West Marine sells a patching paste. I have used it in the past for mid-season minor dings. With careful wet sanding and polishing it makes a pretty invisible repair.

http://www.westmarine.com/buy/west-marine--gelcoat-repair-kit--14153282

[CLewis95]

On Monday, July 4, 2016 at 4:16:34 PM UTC-5, ZZ wrote:
> I have always used Simtec's 4981 white patching paste to repair small dings and minor cosmetic divots. However I use such small amounts over long periods of time, nearly the entire quart eventually turns to rubber and has to be trashed.
>
> I am looking for a lower quantity solution to avoid wasting so much material and cash. White is a must and MEKP catalyst is preferred but I am flexible on that.
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Paul
> ZZ


This looks interesting from West Marine:
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/west-system---101-repair-packs--P004_120_001_508

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On Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at 2:26:41 PM UTC-4, CLewis95 wrote:
> On Monday, July 4, 2016 at 4:16:34 PM UTC-5, ZZ wrote:
> > I have always used Simtec's 4981 white patching paste to repair small dings and minor cosmetic divots. However I use such small amounts over long periods of time, nearly the entire quart eventually turns to rubber and has to be trashed.
> >
> > I am looking for a lower quantity solution to avoid wasting so much material and cash. White is a must and MEKP catalyst is preferred but I am flexible on that.
> >
> > Any suggestions?
> >
> > Paul
> > ZZ
>
>
> This looks interesting from West Marine:
> http://www.westmarine.com/buy/west-system---101-repair-packs--P004_120_001_508

Good for your boat or trailer, but stick with the good stuff for glider repairs.
UH

[Craig Funston]

On Monday, July 4, 2016 at 2:16:34 PM UTC-7, ZZ wrote:
> I have always used Simtec's 4981 white patching paste to repair small dings and minor cosmetic divots. However I use such small amounts over long periods of time, nearly the entire quart eventually turns to rubber and has to be trashed.
>
> I am looking for a lower quantity solution to avoid wasting so much material and cash. White is a must and MEKP catalyst is preferred but I am flexible on that.
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Paul
> ZZ

You can extend the life of your 4981 by keeping it in the freezer. Best to let it warm a bit before opening so you don't get condensation in the can.

Craig
7Q

[Steve Koerner]

Seems like a business opportunity for someone who knows this stuff and can write...

Down package the good stuff to make a glider ding kit. Everyone gets little dings now and then. Quantities can be quite small to make the kit affordable. Include comprehensive instructions.