In a message dated 5/17/01 12:46:50 AM Eastern Daylight Time, bjk@ihug.co.nz
writes:
>
> The question of paints to protect metal comes up from time to time on this
> reflector.
>
> Have not seen previous reference to the products of POR-15 Inc. which I
> believe is a US company.
>
> Have no other info on origins, but was put on to their products by classic
> car restorers here in ZL.
>
> There is Metal Ready pre primer which works on steel, galv steel and
> aluminium. Only need to remove scale or flakes, no need to wash with
vinegar
> or whatever when using this stuff.
>
> POR-15 is the protective paint. Manufacturer claims (and it looks like the
> truth) that it seals moisture away from metal with a rock hard finish that
> won't crack, chip, or peel. It is strengthened by exposure to moisture, is
> not affected by salt spray. gasoline or oil and is totally acid resistant.
> Used as undercoat. (of which more later).
They are next door to me, I have used this stuff on cars and antenna stuff,
incredible!
(not cheap but worth every penny)
Their web site is http://www.por15.com/
Yuri, K3BU
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