Welcome! Please use the navigational links to explore our website.
PartsASAP LogoCompany Logo Auction Link (800) 853-2651

Shop Now

   Allis Chalmers Case Farmall IH Ford 8N,9N,2N Ford
   Ferguson John Deere Massey Ferguson Minn. Moline Oliver

Discussion Forum
:

Rattle can primer question

Welcome Guest, Log in or Register
Author 
Alan

04-29-2002 09:57:00




Report to Moderator

HELP..... I need to paint some small parts ...Some are rusty some are not ....I intend to sandblast....and I am confused about when to use the red primer (red oxide) or the gray....The cans don't say much on them and the guy behind the counter don't know...I read thru the archives and altough there is a wealth of info there I couldn't find an answer....Is one to be used on rusted surfaces and the other on non rusted surfaces ...if I sandblast rutsty parts are they considered non rusted..... Somewhere I thought I read that the red primer has some sort of oil in it and is meant for rusted metal only , and f you used it on non rusted meatal the top coat would not adhere to it well....As usual any opinion greatly appreciated...Thanks...Alan

[Log in to Reply]   [No Email]
John Smith

04-29-2002 14:56:19




Report to Moderator
 Re: Rattle can primer question in reply to Alan, 04-29-2002 09:57:00  
There are several different types of primers for different applications. As for the red and gray color, that's usually determined by the topcoat color. Dark (red oxide) primer under dark colors, and light (gray) primer under light colors.



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
John,PA

04-29-2002 11:47:45




Report to Moderator
 Re: Rattle can primer question in reply to Alan, 04-29-2002 09:57:00  
The old fellows that I studyied under always agreed that primer was basically used to fill the pores of metal. Primer was cheaper than using finish color for building up for a smooth finish.
Aluminum is another story.

I think that I would be sure that whatever medium used to keep metal from oxidizing, make sure that the primer, if used, is compatable with the finish coat. Enamel or Lacquer. :)

[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Greg (NV)

04-29-2002 11:05:03




Report to Moderator
 Re: Rattle can primer question in reply to Alan, 04-29-2002 09:57:00  
Alan, I sanblasted my rusty parts, and trust me, there was no more rust when I was finished. Just clean bare metal.

Greg
Nevada



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Barry N Indiana

04-29-2002 10:59:47




Report to Moderator
 Re: Rattle can primer question in reply to Alan, 04-29-2002 09:57:00  
Alan:

I was under the impression that the red primer was "sanding" primer. used during body filling work. You work the Bondo down by sanding...spray with the red primer and sand it lightly and you can then see the high and low spots...

Barry N Indiana



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Luke MI

04-29-2002 10:28:22




Report to Moderator
 Re: Rattle can primer question in reply to Alan, 04-29-2002 09:57:00  
Alan, I am not aware of primer made to go over rusted parts. My advise is if you are planning to sandblast anyway get all the rust off before you prime. It is the only way I know of to ensure the rust does not come back.



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
[Options]  [Printer Friendly]  [Posting Help]  [Return to Forum]   [Log in to Reply]

Hop to:


TRACTOR PARTS TRACTOR MANUALS
We sell tractor parts!  We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]

Home  |  Forums


Copyright © 1997-2023 Yesterday's Tractor Co.

All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website, including design and content, without written permission is strictly prohibited. Trade Marks and Trade Names contained and used in this Website are those of others, and are used in this Website in a descriptive sense to refer to the products of others. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V.

Yesterday's Tractors - Antique Tractor Headquarters

Website Accessibility Policy