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Old 19th Apr 2020, 10:38
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Two pot polyurethane is generally the gold standard, however there are some acrylics and even water based systems.

What is just as important is the surface preparation and primer.

I did alumiprep plus alodine. I followed that with two part sherwin williams Strontium Chromate aircraft primer. This is the gold standard and the primer is about the same as Boeing (BMS 10 -11?). The primer is about $100 per liter.

Disimilar metals should have faying surfaces sealed with AC240 B something polysulphide rubber sealer. This used to be called PRC 1422 G8 and is commonly called fuel tank sealer. The usual name is “brown #$@%” once you’ve used it you know why.

In the old days not many light aircraft used these systems - hence SIDS.

Weight is a consideration.

Top coat is Valspar two pack automotive.
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