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Baker72chevy · 02-26-2019, 03:05 PM

What's a good body filler for the money

**nsb29** · 02-26-2019, 03:46 PM

U-POL Gold

**mongocanfly** · 02-26-2019, 03:54 PM

I with bondo gold series....now I use evercoat

sick472 · 02-26-2019, 04:45 PM

I've found Evercoat to be good stuff and Napa's products are good to. I am a novice hobbyist when it comes to bodywork who works on a tighter budget.

If you look enough you will find prices range from cheap to ridiculous on bodywork materials...so long as you are not getting sold something at a ripoff price that is less expensive elsewhere on the open market...the saying "you get what you pay for" holds true.

A lot of people's preferences seem to be based on what they have gotten used to and/or used for the last several years. My local parts store supplies the multiple body shops in the area and you can find body filler there in gallon cans from about $20 to $75. I picked the one that fit my budget and expect it to work fine.

The main thing to remember is that it is usually the application of the putty that causes it to fail. The money you pay for the high end stuff is likely going to be a time saver rather than an improved end result. I have more time than money for my projects so I stay in the mid to low range of product costs.

Baker72chevy · 02-26-2019, 05:07 PM

I was thinking about you sand about 70% of it off anyway

**nsb29** · 02-26-2019, 09:07 PM

I use U-POL Gold it’s smooth won’t clog your paper minimal shrinkage I get it from distributer but the local Napa has it $34

Baker72chevy · 02-26-2019, 10:35 PM

I've read up on upol seams to be ok ?

Baker72chevy · 02-26-2019, 10:36 PM

What would be the part number on the upol gold

**nsb29** · 02-27-2019, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Baker72chevy

What would be the part number on the upol gold

??????? I would just call your local suppliers and ask them if they have it

Baker72chevy · 02-27-2019, 09:47 AM

Thanks guys for your help

Baker72chevy · 03-26-2019, 10:33 AM

Just trying to find upol around here

**nsb29** · 03-26-2019, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Baker72chevy

Just trying to find upol around here

A lot of the NAPA stores sell it call your local body shop suppliers

pwdcougar · 03-26-2019, 06:57 PM

Amazon has the 3 liter can for $35.50.

What do you guys use for a spot or glazing putty?

**mongocanfly** · 03-26-2019, 08:25 PM

I'm using evercoat metal glaze for finishing...

**nsb29** · 03-27-2019, 07:37 AM

I do not use a glaze I work my filler down to 180 grit and then I use slick sand or Featherfill as I have had some diebacks using a glaze slick sand is a high build and has no shrinkage

pwdcougar · 03-29-2019, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by nsb29

I do not use a glaze I work my filler down to 180 grit and then I use slick sand or Featherfill as I have had some diebacks using a glaze slick sand is a high build and has no shrinkage

What grit are you using to sand the Featherfill?

**nsb29** · 03-30-2019, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by pwdcougar

What grit are you using to sand the Featherfill?

180 or 220 depending on the part and how much material I put on there then 320 and finish with 600

pwdcougar · 03-30-2019, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by nsb29

180 or 220 depending on the part and how much material I put on there then 320 and finish with 600

Thanks for the info. After the 600 you can do the base coat then?

**nsb29** · 03-30-2019, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by pwdcougar

Thanks for the info. After the 600 you can do the base coat then?

Yep and be sure to use a guide coat each time you switch to a finer grit so you don’t leave sandpaper scratches from the previous gr

pwdcougar · 03-31-2019, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by nsb29

Yep and be sure to use a guide coat each time you switch to a finer grit so you don’t leave sandpaper scratches from the previous gr

Thanks!

Wyo George · 03-31-2019, 03:04 PM

I use evercoat in my shop, the exact product depends on what it's being used for.

BIGglaSS · 04-01-2019, 01:04 AM

I'm late to the party here. But, Marson was the best. They were bought and now labeled by 3M. I don't know if they changed the formula since, so I haven't bought any. I switched to Evercoat rage ultra and it is good, but I'd prefer to go back to Marson. Marson is smoother, easier to sand and less pinholes.

**nsb29** · 04-01-2019, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by BIGglaSS

I'm late to the party here. But, Marson was the best. They were bought and now labeled by 3M. I don't know if they changed the formula since, so I haven't bought any. I switched to Evercoat rage ultra and it is good, but I'd prefer to go back to Marson. Marson is smoother, easier to sand and less pinholes.

I have never used Marson I have used 3M and did not like it never impressed with evercoat and overpriced

Baker72chevy · 04-15-2019, 08:29 PM

How about upol 0745 body filler

02-26-2019, 03:05 PM	#1
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Auto body filler What's a good body filler for the money

02-26-2019, 03:46 PM	#2
nsb29 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: new smyrna beach fl / 29 palms cal Posts: 1,727	Re: Auto body filler U-POL Gold __________________ Hand made A/C vent manifolds for 64-66 trucks adapts any aftermarket A/C to OEM vent

02-26-2019, 03:54 PM	#3
mongocanfly Post Whore Join Date: May 2015 Location: Alabama Posts: 14,583	Re: Auto body filler I with bondo gold series....now I use evercoat __________________ Mongo...aka Greg RIP Dad RIP Jesse 1981 C30 LQ9 NV4500..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753598 Mongos AD- LS3 TR6060...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post8522334 Columbus..the 1957 IH 4x4...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63#post8082563 2023 Chevy Z71..daily driver

02-26-2019, 04:45 PM	#4
sick472 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sedalia Mo. Posts: 1,130	Re: Auto body filler I've found Evercoat to be good stuff and Napa's products are good to. I am a novice hobbyist when it comes to bodywork who works on a tighter budget. If you look enough you will find prices range from cheap to ridiculous on bodywork materials...so long as you are not getting sold something at a ripoff price that is less expensive elsewhere on the open market...the saying "you get what you pay for" holds true. A lot of people's preferences seem to be based on what they have gotten used to and/or used for the last several years. My local parts store supplies the multiple body shops in the area and you can find body filler there in gallon cans from about $20 to $75. I picked the one that fit my budget and expect it to work fine. The main thing to remember is that it is usually the application of the putty that causes it to fail. The money you pay for the high end stuff is likely going to be a time saver rather than an improved end result. I have more time than money for my projects so I stay in the mid to low range of product costs. __________________ He who is without oil shall throw the first rod. Compressions 8.7:1 1972 C10 1976 C10 (parts truck) 1985 K20

02-26-2019, 05:07 PM	#5
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Re: Auto body filler I was thinking about you sand about 70% of it off anyway

02-26-2019, 09:07 PM	#6
nsb29 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: new smyrna beach fl / 29 palms cal Posts: 1,727	Re: Auto body filler I use U-POL Gold it’s smooth won’t clog your paper minimal shrinkage I get it from distributer but the local Napa has it $34 __________________ Hand made A/C vent manifolds for 64-66 trucks adapts any aftermarket A/C to OEM vent

02-26-2019, 10:35 PM	#7
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Re: Auto body filler I've read up on upol seams to be ok ?

02-26-2019, 10:36 PM	#8
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Re: Auto body filler What would be the part number on the upol gold

02-27-2019, 09:47 AM	#10
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Re: Auto body filler Thanks guys for your help

03-26-2019, 10:33 AM	#11
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Re: Auto body filler Just trying to find upol around here

03-26-2019, 06:57 PM	#13
pwdcougar Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,302	Re: Auto body filler Amazon has the 3 liter can for $35.50. What do you guys use for a spot or glazing putty? __________________ "You know that little thing in your head that keeps you from saying things you shouldn't? Yeah well, I don't have one of those" 1969 Mercury Cougar Standard 4 speed 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible 1970 4WD Chevrolet Suburban 1997 4WD Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab Short Bed (purchased new January 1997)

03-26-2019, 08:25 PM	#14
mongocanfly Post Whore Join Date: May 2015 Location: Alabama Posts: 14,583	Re: Auto body filler I'm using evercoat metal glaze for finishing... __________________ Mongo...aka Greg RIP Dad RIP Jesse 1981 C30 LQ9 NV4500..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753598 Mongos AD- LS3 TR6060...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post8522334 Columbus..the 1957 IH 4x4...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63#post8082563 2023 Chevy Z71..daily driver

03-27-2019, 07:37 AM	#15
nsb29 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: new smyrna beach fl / 29 palms cal Posts: 1,727	Re: Auto body filler I do not use a glaze I work my filler down to 180 grit and then I use slick sand or Featherfill as I have had some diebacks using a glaze slick sand is a high build and has no shrinkage __________________ Hand made A/C vent manifolds for 64-66 trucks adapts any aftermarket A/C to OEM vent

03-31-2019, 03:04 PM	#21
Wyo George Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Rolling Hills, WY Posts: 21	Re: Auto body filler I use evercoat in my shop, the exact product depends on what it's being used for.

04-01-2019, 01:04 AM	#22
BIGglaSS Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: ID Posts: 663	Re: Auto body filler I'm late to the party here. But, Marson was the best. They were bought and now labeled by 3M. I don't know if they changed the formula since, so I haven't bought any. I switched to Evercoat rage ultra and it is good, but I'd prefer to go back to Marson. Marson is smoother, easier to sand and less pinholes. __________________ My museum of good intentions: 1957 3100 BBW restomod -- 1970 442 W30



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04-15-2019, 08:29 PM	#24
Baker72chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North pickens SC Posts: 294	Re: Auto body filler How about upol 0745 body filler

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