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Old 12-07-2004, 06:27 PM   #1
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Wink Just Tried The Devcon 2 Ton......

Mixed easy (I like the easy dispense tubes) Stuff seemed to tack up pretty quick though.....(should I cut back on the hardner?). Waiting for it to dry now....I can't wait to see finished result! Gonna see how I like it and if all goes well I got a batch in waiting that needs to be cleared!

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Old 12-07-2004, 06:42 PM   #2
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Mix equal parts just like the directions suggest. You'll get a couple of plugs done before it sets up. There are other epoxies that take longer to set up. With systems three, for example, I could do 12 plugs easily before it starts to set up.

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Old 12-07-2004, 06:45 PM   #3
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bigfish whats 2 ton?
epoxy glue?
or clearcoat?

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Old 12-07-2004, 06:45 PM   #4
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I am going to try the system 3 next....I want to find the one I like the best.

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Old 12-07-2004, 06:46 PM   #5
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Its used for both I guess....thats what the package states....for "bonding".

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:05 PM   #6
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if your thinking of clearcoating those plugs on the plug tree from like a week ago?

make sure you skuff them up. or it will come off in sheets.
either 1000 grit sandpaper or ultrafine scotch pad{grey}.
don't worry that your scratchin up the paint. the clear will hide the scratches,,,,,unless it's a metalic base..



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Old 12-07-2004, 07:06 PM   #7
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two ton is the Devcon 30 minute epoxy that they use for a top coat.

it comes in those double syringe dispensers at Walmart
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Old 12-07-2004, 07:08 PM   #8
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im really happy with the devcon. i have been mixing it in small amounts for each plug. stuff hardens up nice.

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:19 PM   #9
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how do you apply the epoxy? I havent gotten that far yet...brush it on with an acid brush?
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Old 12-07-2004, 07:28 PM   #10
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Got it covered Mike....grey pads! Thanks!

Yeah...acid brushes.

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:35 PM   #11
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clean them acid brushes good before use.
or you'll have little tiny pieces of acid brush stuck in there.

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:36 PM   #12
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Cleaned em in alcohol.....anything else Picasso?

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:37 PM   #13
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nope.
carry on.
we wanna see pics

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:38 PM   #14
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Soon...been very busy makin' lots o' different plugs!

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:41 PM   #15
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would you belive,,,,,,
i still don't have a bigfish original to hang on the wall?

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Old 12-07-2004, 07:54 PM   #16
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I've been using the Devcon 2 ton also. Really like the stuff. Just make sure you mix it really good or you'll have sticky areas (ask me how I know). I have not been cleaning my brushes w2ith any solvent prior to use, Im concerned it will mess up the clear coat. I just work the brush a little and pull out any loose hairs. If a hair finds its way into the epoxy I just pull it out with a pin or teezers and add a little more epoxy to that area. Works for me. I tried using some pearlex pigment to ass some color to certain areas but didnt care for the muddy looking result. I DO however really like Diamond Dust. Its nice for adding a little flash to the whole plug or certain areas. If Im not doing the whole plug I will mix the epoxy plain and coat the entire plug, then add some diamond dust to what epoxy is left and brush it on the areas I want a little sparkle. Diamond Dust comes in about 12 colors, Ive been using the pearl color.
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Old 12-07-2004, 08:25 PM   #17
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Try the black devcon.. gives a nice translucent blue color on an already black plug...
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Old 12-07-2004, 08:53 PM   #18
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I used Devcon on a couple of my prototypes and was very happy with the results. Does this yellow over time?


There is a trick to using pearlex. Use a tiny tiny bit.
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Old 12-07-2004, 09:05 PM   #19
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I don't have a Freak original either....wanna swap?

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Old 12-07-2004, 09:55 PM   #20
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i NO! swap wit u.

u plug ho'

u no give back.

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Old 12-07-2004, 10:06 PM   #21
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I will have a little sumthin' at X-mas party!

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Old 12-07-2004, 10:12 PM   #22
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me too

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Old 12-07-2004, 10:13 PM   #23
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Your turning into one hell of a plug "Ho" ya know that!

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Old 12-07-2004, 10:42 PM   #24
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I use Devcon 2 Ton and love it. Just besure to get a real good mix and brush it out thin. Hold irt up to a bright light as you apply it to look for voids in the coverage.
Hang inverted for half the dry time, then reverse. Should be great and smooth as glass.
I need a Big Fish Original as well.
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Old 12-08-2004, 05:53 AM   #25
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It's all I ever use.

Why even try.........
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Old 12-08-2004, 07:45 AM   #26
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Plug came out nice....gotta put a thinner coat on next time. I like that "smooth as glass" finish!

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Old 12-08-2004, 12:46 PM   #27
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a drop of ass-a-tone will make that poxy abit thinner and cut half those brissels off your acid brush for a better finish.

BOAT fish do count.
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Old 12-08-2004, 12:49 PM   #28
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Thanks CS...that would make sense! Much appreciative of the tip.

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Old 12-08-2004, 01:33 PM   #29
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Larry; When you cut the bristles in half, cut the length not the width
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