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===Epoxy primer===
 
===Epoxy primer===
Epoxy primer/sealer is a non-porous finish that can typically be applied over bare steel, or the black iron phosphate coating that remains after "converting" rust. Body filler and high-build primers can be used on top of epoxy primer.
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Epoxy primer/sealer is a non-porous finish that is typically recommended as the first basecoat over bare steel. Various epoxy primers can also be applied over fiberglass, plastic, or the black iron phosphate coating that remains after "converting" rust.
  
Epoxy primer is a two-part mix, with a hardener that has to be added before you spray it. Thus, it's not available in a spray (rattle) can.
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Epoxy primer is a two-part mix, with a hardener that has to be added before spraying. Body fillers and high-build primers can be used on top of epoxy primer.
  
Body filler is commonly applied to bare metal. However, applying epoxy primer before the filler adds adhesion, corrosion protection, and durability.
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Full article: [[Epoxy primer]].
 
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''list of epoxy primers goes here''
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===Seam sealers===
 
===Seam sealers===

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