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Yeah I am more confident to use it again now, it's actually quite easy to work with. I may bite the bullet and buy a compressor too and have a crack at spraying it if I do another.

I must admit I am reluctant to post some of my work as compared to the standards and quality of workmanship from some of the guys here it's a bit embarassing.

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Yeah I am more confident to use it again now, it's actually quite easy to work with. I may bite the bullet and buy a compressor too and have a crack at spraying it if I do another.

I must admit I am reluctant to post some of my work as compared to the standards and quality of workmanship from some of the guys here it's a bit embarassing.
at least you have a go and there's nothing embarrassing about that.
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Yeah I am more confident to use it again now, it's actually quite easy to work with. I may bite the bullet and buy a compressor too and have a crack at spraying it if I do another.

I must admit I am reluctant to post some of my work as compared to the standards and quality of workmanship from some of the guys here it's a bit embarassing.

Be careful with spraying I believe the safety equipment required is the same as 2 pac.
It drys with moisture so it can't be good to breathe in the mist.

Very nice work on Buck
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I must admit I am reluctant to post some of my work as compared to the standards and quality of workmanship from some of the guys here it's a bit embarassing.
Post away Dude, your stuff looks way better than my attempts, who cares any way , it IS a hobby.
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Yeah I am more confident to use it again now, it's actually quite easy to work with. I may bite the bullet and buy a compressor too and have a crack at spraying it if I do another.

I must admit I am reluctant to post some of my work as compared to the standards and quality of workmanship from some of the guys here it's a bit embarassing.

Be careful with spraying I believe the safety equipment required is the same as 2 pac.
It drys with moisture so it can't be good to breathe in the mist.

Very nice work on Buck

Yeah that's what swayed me from spraying this first time. I had read that it was even nastier when atomised so decided to go with the brush/roller.

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Yeah the danger of the 2-pak put me off too - if something needs an air-fed mask & body-suit it's probably best left to pros. I like the fact that kbs diamond clear & other products offer an alternative for those who want to improve their games diy.
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Yeah I am more confident to use it again now, it's actually quite easy to work with. I may bite the bullet and buy a compressor too and have a crack at spraying it if I do another.

I must admit I am reluctant to post some of my work as compared to the standards and quality of workmanship from some of the guys here it's a bit embarassing.

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Nice job you've done there.. looks great  ^^^ ^^^

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Very interested in this KBS Clear Coat.. Can someone tell me where to get it here in Australia?

Much appreciated: Brettski... :)

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Ok I found a supplier on the Gold coast..

I have already used a polyurethane to spot seal artwork and also to fill sunken inserts, will this KBS be ok to use over the top of the poly??

Cheers: Brettski... :)

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Ok I found a supplier on the Gold coast..

I have already used a polyurethane to spot seal artwork and also to fill sunken inserts, will this KBS be ok to use over the top of the poly??

Cheers: Brettski... :)

Yes mate it is... make sure you sand the polyurethane finish though so the KBS grips it

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Ok I found a supplier on the Gold coast..

I have already used a polyurethane to spot seal artwork and also to fill sunken inserts, will this KBS be ok to use over the top of the poly??

Cheers: Brettski... :)

Yes mate it is... make sure you sand the polyurethane finish though so the KBS grips it

Thank you!

I will give this a go over the weekend, thanks for the heads up on the KBS..

Brettski... :)

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Ok I found a supplier on the Gold coast..

I have already used a polyurethane to spot seal artwork and also to fill sunken inserts, will this KBS be ok to use over the top of the poly??

Cheers: Brettski... :)

Yes mate it is... make sure you sand the polyurethane finish though so the KBS grips it

Thank you!

I will give this a go over the weekend, thanks for the heads up on the KBS..

Brettski... :)

Just be aware that KBS cures with moisture so if you have damp conditions it will set really fast.
Don't get it on your fingers

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Whats it do to your fingers?
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Whats it do to your fingers?

Thanks Chris,

I am in luck, very low humidity at the moment and clear skies. Thanks for the tip about fingers, I will wear gloves.. :)

If there is anything else I should know then now is the time to speak up, I am going to try it out tomorrow. :)

Cheers: Brettski... :)