Por 15

Reverb · Post by **Reverb** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 5:01 am

I`m just about ready to start painting the pan, and was wondering how much POR 15 to order. Do others put it on straight out of the can, or do you reduce it? I was thinking 2 or 3 quarts, or do I need a whole gallon?

newmanx59 · Post by **newmanx59** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 5:59 am

POR-15 is to be used directly out of the can, do not thin it. 1 qt. will easily do a complete floorpan. A little goes a long way.

Stewart · Post by **Stewart** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 6:18 am

:2cents: I used the POR-15 "Floorpan and Trunk Restoration Kit" from the POR-15 Store online , its a compleat kit with plenty of everything you need to do a floorpan. Just make sure you have plenty of ventilation ! (my wife really let me have it ! , the house stunk for hours).

dunebuggyjay · Post by **dunebuggyjay** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 4:30 pm

I was wondering about por-15 myelf. I've used it about 4 years ago on my berrien chassis for my classic manx. I'm starting another buggy, with a VW pan, and is this still the best stuff out there? I was a little pissed, as some of the por-15 didn't stick on the berrien frame as good as I had hoped. That was after a full degreaseing and Por-15's marine clean and metal ready . I know it seems like a ton of companys claim theirs are better. What do you guys think? Other than that small issue I liked how well it came out. Just make sure you use heavy duty gloves. I used some cheep ones, and had por-15 inside my glove. Didn't know untill I took the gloves off! DOH! -Jay

mel hubbard · Post by **mel hubbard** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 6:54 pm

What is POR-15???

Sounds good stuff,, not seen it in UK,, how bout you Dave? Maybe another name for black wax-oil.

newmanx59 · Post by **newmanx59** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 7:00 pm

I'm sure the POR-15 website says it best...

http://www.por15.com/

newmanx59 · Post by **newmanx59** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 7:02 pm

[QUOTE="dunebuggyjay"]I was wondering about por-15 myelf. I've used it about 4 years ago on my berrien chassis for my classic manx. I'm starting another buggy, with a VW pan, and is this still the best stuff out there? I was a little pissed, as some of the por-15 didn't stick on the berrien frame as good as I had hoped. That was after a full degreaseing and Por-15's marine clean and metal ready . I know it seems like a ton of companys claim theirs are better. What do you guys think? Other than that small issue I liked how well it came out. Just make sure you use heavy duty gloves. I used some cheep ones, and had por-15 inside my glove. Didn't know untill I took the gloves off! DOH! -Jay[/QUOTE] I have never had any problems with POR-15 so I don't know if anyone makes anything better because I'm happy with POR-15.

flaboyjim · Post by **flaboyjim** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 7:09 pm

I found it to be almost mistake proof, it is self leveling and looks a lot like it has been powdercoated. I used less than one quart on my Berrien Chassis. The Black and the Silver both have good coverage - but be sure to stir, not shake the silver. WEAR GLOVES!!! the metal ready is acid and the POR15 itself does not come off of your skin - it has to wear off!!!

mel hubbard · Post by **mel hubbard** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 7:32 pm

[QUOTE="newmanx59"]I'm sure the POR-15 website says it best...

http://www.por15.com/[/QUOTE] Guaranteed to satisfy,,, I like the sound of that :rock: My buddy works at Select Products, Mildenhall, they sell all kinds of USA automotive products,, but not Por 15. I will phone him on Monday to say we need the stuff here.

manxdavid · Post by **manxdavid** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 8:05 pm

[QUOTE="mel hubbard"]What is POR-15???

Sounds good stuff,, not seen it in UK,, how bout you Dave? Maybe another name for black wax-oil.[/QUOTE] Similar to Smooth Hammerite I think. F.A.R.T. (Frost Auto Restoration Products!!!) sell it in the UK... http://www.frost.co.uk/productList.asp?catID=55

mel hubbard · Post by **mel hubbard** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 8:20 pm

Thanks Dave, got the Kubel chassis to paint, so will give that stuff a go :drinking:

manxdavid · Post by **manxdavid** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 8:39 pm

[QUOTE="mel hubbard"]What is POR-15???

Sounds good stuff,, not seen it in UK,, how bout you Dave?[/QUOTE] ...ask me another, I'm on a roll!!!LOL

mel hubbard · Post by **mel hubbard** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 9:07 pm

[QUOTE="Manxdavid"]...ask me another, I'm on a roll!!!LOL[/QUOTE] OK Dave,, I want a Kar Kraft modified GT40 with the 525 hp Nascar motor,, for a swap with all my rolling stock. Coz i cant afford GT40p/1075 Gulf oil car

manxdavid · Post by **manxdavid** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 9:28 pm

[QUOTE="mel hubbard"]OK Dave,, I want a Kar Kraft modified GT40 with the 525 hp Nascar motor,, for a swap with all my rolling stock. Coz i cant afford GT40p/1075 Gulf oil car

[/QUOTE] Easy, just paint an old Buggy up to look like one, they'll never know the difference in Norfolk!!!LOL

mel hubbard · Post by **mel hubbard** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 11:11 pm

LOL you really are on a roll Dave

but i think that Manta rays a red herring

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