Ford Approval on Cermakrome

Cermakrome has been approved by Ford after passing both Thermal Shock and APGE Corrosion testing. The specification is WSA-M2P170-A3. Thanks to Jim Noble of Carmco (MFG Reps) for his assistance with this.

Dispersing coatings

When dispersing coatings with significant settling in quart or larger volumes, blend until the container is warm. This will assure you that the solids have been completely dispersed. Tech Line now has available a special dispersing blade that will work in both quart and gallon bottles, though it is primarily designed for gallon containers. The blade and shaft are of stainless steel. The shaft is 3/8" in diameter.

Congratulations to Glen Schottler

of Schottler Engine Services in Wichita, KS.

Glen won the Precision Engine Magazine Best Tech Solution of the year award. The information he submitted and a little information about Glen and his business is found in the January/February 2004 edition on page 44. As a side point Glen refers to his use of Tech Line coatings.

Silicone spray to wipe over pipes with Black Satin

Several customers have asked about protecting and cleaning Black Satin and Colorgard coatings. After the coating has been full cured, either by running on the vehicle or through an oven cure at 750 f, wipe down the part with cloth that has had a clear silicone spray applied to it. This will put a protective coating that will burn in to the part when the vehicle is next run. This will reduce the amount of dirt and debris that can adhere to the part and will make future cleaning easier.

TLMB Directions for multi coats

TLMB is used primarily to build up piston skirts. It is also used where an applicator desires to have a more visibly durable coating applied. In both instances TLMB should be top coated with TLML. The procedure is as follows. Do normal prep required for the coating. Then apply one coat and place the part(s) in an oven at 300f for 10 minutes. This flashes the solvents off. Bring out and allow the part to cool. If the intent is simply to provide a harder under coat, not to build up a thickness, simply apply a top coat of TLML and bake at 300f for 1 hour. If you wish to build up the piston skirt then after the first coat of TLMB, check the build up. Typically it will be between .005" and .001". If more thickness is desired simply apply another coat and flash at 300f for 10 minutes. Remove the part from the oven; allow cooling and then checking the thickness. Continue these steps until the desired build up is achieved. Then put a top coat on of TLML and bake at 300f for 1 hour. After the part has been through the cure cycle you may lightly buff with Green Scotchbright or similar material. It is also possible at this time to buff on WXS for increased lubrication.

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