Auto body repair & detailing/ABS plastic scoops

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Expert: - 2/11/2008


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hello again, another project I was considering was taking 2 hood scoops made out of ABS plastic and molding them together. What would you use to do this? Fiberglass/resin, etc.  Thanks a lot for your time.

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Hi Michael,

I doubt that polyester fiberglass resin will stick very well to the ABS without doing something to prep it. I'd say you will probably need a special adhesive/filler to do the job. A couple of companies to look at would be 3M or Fiberglass Evercoat. Both carry great products for the auto body trade. 3M 05895 is a great product that I have used before and if I remember correctly it will work for ABS.

Gary

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I can answer most questions on auto refinishing materials. Especially PPG products. I have knowledge in the latest repair materials and techniques. When it comes to automotive paint I have a solid understanding of how things work.

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