3M™ Tech Tips: Damaged Panel Repair Process Episode 4: Mix and Apply Filler

Tom Cornelius, 3M™ Application Engineer, goes through the 3M™ Standard Operating Procedure detailing how to perform a panel repair on a large, damaged area. In the fourth episode Tom shows the best practices and some tips and tricks for working with body filler
Important
Always wear proper PPE: Safety glasses, protective gloves, respirator and anything else required for the job. This video is intended for a professional setting such as a body shop or paint shop. Make sure to check OEM recommendations for all adhesives to confirm you’re using the correct product for the job.
Important considerations before starting (00:30)
Apply the filler immediately after sanding down to bare metal and cleaning.
Working with hardener (01:05)
Make sure to properly knead the hardener to thoroughly mix it.
Mixing body filler and hardener (01:42)
Fold and flatten the filler to prevent air entrapment.
More tips and tricks on using body filler, check out our video The Do’s and Don’ts of Body Filler
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Products used in this video
3M™™ Platinum™ Plus Filler
www.3M™.com/3M™/en_US/p/d/b40067486
Note:
There are of course many factors and variables that can affect an individual repair, so the technician and repair facility need to evaluate each specific application and repair process, including relevant vehicle, part and OEM guidelines, and determine what is appropriate for that repair.
Products used in this video
3M™ Standard Operating Procedures:
www.3M™.com/3M™/en_US/collision-repair-us/applications/metal-shop/
For more advanced tutorials, check out 3M™ Collision Repair Academy
www.3M™.com/3M™/en_US/learning-marketplace/automotive-academy/collision-repair/
Safety and warranty information
www.3M™.com/3M™/en_US/collision-repair-us/resources/info/
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