We all know how good Bondo is at restoring bodywork from scratches and dents. However, can it get wet when exposed to water? According to 3M, Bondo is a waterproof resin. However, after going through the experiences car owners have had with Bondo, we can conclude that it is not 100% waterproof. Bondo can get … Read more
Bondo and fiberglass are both excellent auto-body filler materials. If you have a dent or scratch on your car, either Bondo or fiberglass can be used as a filler and smoothen the finish. Both do a great job of concealing unsightly marks on your car’s surface. However, they are not the same. In some areas, … Read more
Bondo can last for years when used as a filler. However, certain factors dictate how long Bondo lasts on your car’s body. We will get much deeper into that later on. If applied correctly, Bondo can last for more than five years. In most cases, Bondo filler lasts for two to three years. There are … Read more
When you look at Bondo’s description on the official 3M page, they say that it should be used on metal, masonry, drywall, painted wood, and concrete. Plastic is not included on this list. Considering how popular plastic is in the environment if Bondo were to be used on plastic, the manufacturers would have mentioned that … Read more
Bondo has been used as the go-to body filler for years in the automotive industry. It does a marvelous job of covering dings, dents, and cracks. It cures fast, molds into your desired shape in minutes, and it’s quite durable. If you plan on using Bondo to cover dents on your car, you may be … Read more
Some car detailers use epoxy primer as a sealer. And it does an outstanding job at sealing the metal beneath from corrosion. If you want a more uniform finish, you may consider painting over it. For those who have never done this before, you may be wondering, is it okay to paint over epoxy primer? … Read more
As you powder coat the wheels of your vehicle, you may be left wondering if it’s okay to powder coat the plastic center caps as well. The reason behind this thought is to ensure you have a uniform finish on the entire wheel. You can powder coat metal, but not plastic. For the powder coat … Read more
Powder coating the engine block results in a cohesive color scheme under your car’s hood. You can choose to either powder coat the entire engine block or some key components. Because the engine block mainly comprises a metal, you can safely powder coat it without worrying about damaging it. When powder coating an engine block, … Read more
Your car’s undercarriage faces the worst conditions on the road. Because of its location, the underside of your vehicle is continuously exposed to dirt, grime, snow, debris, and anything else that you will find on the roads. Unlike the body of the car, the undercarriage isn’t the most visible part. As a result, it’s often … Read more
Even though polished aluminum lasts for a while before it corrodes, it still needs to be protected. And one of the ways you can do that is by applying a clear coat on the surface. There is a lot of confusion surrounding whether one can or can’t clear coat polished aluminum. And this article is … Read more