Chassis Saver cures by reacting with atmospheric moisture and its cured film resembles that of a catalyzed finish yet no hardeners or activators are used. Chassis Saver is completely unaffected by road salt, gasoline, diesel fuel, oils, battery acids, hydraulic fluids, solvents, chemicals, or corrosives.

Does Chassis Saver need a top coat?

If aesthetics are important, Chassis Saver can and should be top coated with a quality industrial or auto- motive finish. Any opaque finish is effective. Clear coating is not recommended as protection.

Can you brush on chassis saver?

Chassis Saver's unique Rust Stopping properties permit its application directly over tightly adhered rust after only marginal surface preparation using a wire brush and/or hand scraper to remove loose scale and rust particulate. Optimum results can be achieved by sandblasting a medium blast profile to surfaces.

Does POR15 really work?

POR-15 works because it chemically bonds to rusted metal and forms a rock- hard, non-porous coating that won't crack, chip, or peel. It keeps moisture away from metal with a coating that is strengthened by continued exposure to moisture. ... Do not thin POR-15 more than 5%.

What does chassis saver do?

CHASSIS SAVER is a high solids, VOC compliant, single component chassis paint and underbody coating specially formulated to permanently stop automotive and truck corrosion without the use of primers or topcoats.

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How does Chassis Saver work?

Chassis Saver bonds to blasted and rusty metal to form a rock hard yet flexible, glaze-like, non-porous finish that won't crack, chip, flake or peel. ... Chassis Saver cures by reacting with atmospheric moisture and its cured film resembles that of a catalyzed finish yet no hardeners or activators are used.

Is por 15 metal prep necessary?

Is it always necessary to apply Metal-Ready first before using POR-15 Rust Preventive Paint? No. Metal-Ready must be used first before applying POR-15 when 1. ... Painting on smooth, polished, or new metal surfaces.

Can por 15 top coat be brushed on?

The POR-15 guys recommend some prep work for heavily-rusted projects. They also offer a spray for new or clean surfaces that's designed to chemically "etch" the metal for better coating retention. ... POR-15 applies easily and can literally be brushed or rolled right on top of existing rust.

Is POR-15 an epoxy?

This powerful epoxy putty is easy to use and dries Rock Hard. It's strong enough to withstand drilling, taping, and painting, without cracking or shrinking. Perfect for repairing all types of fiberglass cracks, holes and breaks, repairing cracked metal, steering wheel crack repair, rust pits and holes, and beyond!

Does Chassis Saver need primer?

Q: Do I need a primer under Chassis Saver? A: Chassis Saver™ has been formulated for application directly to clean sandblasted steel or right over tightly adhering rust and scale. Only if your surface to be painted is completely smooth will you need a primer.

What can I use to paint a rusty truck frame?

The most commonly used rust reformer in the pickup industry is a semi-gloss black product made by POR-15. The company's rust preventative coating permanently seals rust, and better yet, once it's applied its chemical makeup allows it to be further strengthened (not weakened) by the presence of moisture.

How do you paint over rust?

After your surface is clean, dull, dry and primed appropriately, spray Krylon Rust Protector or Rust Tough Enamel on your well-prepared surface. Apply multiple thin coats to prevent runs and drips. Dries to the touch in 8 minutes and tack free in 15 minutes.

Which is better rust bullet or POR15?

While products like POR15 simply provide a coating on the car surface, the Rust Bullet products are specifically designed to penetrate the metal surface and mix the rust. This feature helps in better rust prevention for the products and attacks rust right at the root level thus offering better protection.

Can you use POR15 over rust?

POR-15 Rust Preventive Coating is non-porous and seals and protects many surfaces from water, chemicals, salt, and other corrosive contaminants and is able to be painted over rust.

What works as good as POR15?

Epoxy primer is an alternative

DPLF is a 2 part paint that "chemically" drys or hardens. I also use POR15. Both work very well. I use DPLF when I can spray the metal and use POR when a paint brush is more suitable.

Does Sherwin Williams sell por15?

It is also sold at Sherwin Williams paint stores. Saver is the equivalent of POR and available around here. My experience is that Rustoleum will bleed the with rust within a short time. (ask any pipe fence owner who made that mistake.)

Can I clear coat por15?

POR-15 Matte Clear Coat has excellent weathering properties and can be used on any substrate that can be cleared with a traditional clear coat.

How long should por 15 dry before second coat?

Dry time: It cures to touch in 30-60 minutes. Second coat can be applied in 2-72 hours, depending on ambient temperature and humidity. POR-15 Top Coat can take 3-4 days to reach maximum hardness, and longer in temperatures below 55°F (15°C). Cleanup: Do not put leftover paint back into can.

Does por 15 stick to primer?

It needs to be to rust or prepped metal. It is not designed to chemically bond to paint or primer. you didn't wash off the metal ready with water first, before you painted it with por-15!

Does por 15 come in white?

POR-15 Gloss White Top Coat is a direct-to-metal (DTM) coating designed to work incredibly well in all applications where there is a need to help preserve substrates susceptible to corrosion. Under exterior exposure POR-15 Top Coat has exceptional long-term sheen and color retention.

Does por 15 need a top coat?

We recommend that the surface be as clean as possible. If the paint that you want to apply the POR15 over is loose, it will eventually flake off. The POR15 rust preventative must be top coated, as it is UV sensitive.

Is Ospho a rust converter?

When applied to rusted surfaces, OSPHO causes iron oxide (rust) to chemically change to iron phosphate - an inert, hard substance that turns the metal black. ... OSPHO penetrates deep inside of the metal's pores to convert and protect before Iron Oxide is present.

What type of paint is Rust Bullet?

RUST BULLET - Automotive Rust Inhibitor Paint - Rust Preventive Protective Coating - No Topcoat Needed - Quart Metallic Gray.