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SEM 2K Urethane Chip Guard: Training Series – Episode 5

SHAKE. SHOOT. DONE. SEM 2K Urethane Chip Guard is a job-sized, two-component, shake-and-shoot, textured coating for reproducing a variety of OE textures and chip guards. The two-component system helps eliminate common problems seen with one-component products such as long flash times, pinholes, solvent trap, delamination and solubility. Features OEM recommended 2K durability with 1K convenience Reproduces […]

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This Texas Hellcat Gets a SEM Trim Black Makeover

Coatings / Autobody Source

Jeff Suggs at Paint Overspray Removal of Texas has used the SEM Trim Black line on all his repairs for the past 29 years. It remains an industry standard for its long-lasting, OEM-match finish. Check out Jeff’s results! (starts at 1:10) Note: SEM 41013 Trim Black Euro Jet aerosol has been succeeded by SEM 39143

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Never Paint an E-Coat without Priming. Here’s Why

Surface Preparation / Autobody Source

“There are several problems with painting directly over e-coated parts. Although OEM e-coat is an excellent corrosion protection coating (not sure about some of the aftermarket parts), e-coat contains no UV protection package. E-coat is generally epoxy based and unless completely shielded from UV rays, its surface can become unstable. Resulting in paint layer separation

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This Is Why The 2020 Ford GT500 Painted Stripes Cost $10,000

Buzz / Autobody Source

Ford Authority: We talked about the stripes on the 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 back in late August when word first surfaced that the painted stripes would cost $10,000. The cost of the stripes was confirmed recently when the 2020 GT500 configurator went live. We all wondered why the stripes cost so much, and Ford

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Auto Dealerships with Body Shops: Supporting Your Unique Business

Buzz / Autobody Source

Car dealerships have had body shops for decades, but recently the appeal for dealership body shop business has gained a second wind, due in part because of subtle differences between car dealerships and traditional collision repair centers. Not long ago, your standard vehicle was a simple steel body and a chassis. A few short years

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Report: Ford Paint Tests Include Using Fake Bird Poop To Keep Cars’ Paintwork Safe

Buzz / Autobody Source

Since the beginning of time (or the origin of the automobile, really), mankind has fought a constant battle, spending a nice afternoon washing his (or her) car and making it shine, only to have a rebellious bird fly by and, well, leave its mark on that clean paintwork. But bird poop isn’t just a visual

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10% off all SEM Dual-Mix™ Cartridges, SEM Fillers & Glazes • Ends Mar 22

Repair Products / Autobody Source

DUAL-MIX™ AdhesivesUrethanes, acrylics and epoxies for large and small applications.39337 Dual-Mix Door Skin & SMC Adhesive, 7 oz. Cartridge39537 Dual-Mix Weld-Bond Adhesive, 7 oz. Cartridge39747 Dual-Mix Multi-Purpose Panel Adhesive, 7 oz. Cartridge39757 Dual-Mix Structural Impact Resistant Adhesive, 7 oz. Cartridge39897 Dual-Mix Patch Panel Adhesive, 7 oz. Cartridge40202 Dual-Mix Quick Set 20, 1.7 oz. Cartridge40207 Dual-Mix

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Report: Sherwin-Williams Renews Deal With Ford Paint And Body Technology Center

Buzz / Autobody Source

by Shane McGlaun • January 31, 2020 • fordauthority.com • Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes has announced that it has renewed its support of the Ford Paint and Body Technology Center located in Inkster, Michigan. The purpose of the Ford Paint and Body Technology Center is to develop standards for collision repair for all Ford vehicles. The

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SEM 2K Urethane Chip Guard: Training Series – Episode 5

This Texas Hellcat Gets a SEM Trim Black Makeover

Never Paint an E-Coat without Priming. Here’s Why

This Is Why The 2020 Ford GT500 Painted Stripes Cost $10,000

Auto Dealerships with Body Shops: Supporting Your Unique Business

Report: Ford Paint Tests Include Using Fake Bird Poop To Keep Cars’ Paintwork Safe

10% off all SEM Dual-Mix™ Cartridges, SEM Fillers & Glazes • Ends Mar 22

Report: Sherwin-Williams Renews Deal With Ford Paint And Body Technology Center

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