POR15

jono2912, Feb 7, 9:05pm
Can anyone let me know how much this is!

Need to rust proof a van roof, and Jazz and others speak pretty highly of it.
directorylist, Feb 7, 9:16pm
Nice stuff, depends on how much you'll want.I think i paid about $70 a liter for it, but that was awhile ago.

The SW2 oil they do is also pretty decent if you've got folds and hard to reach areas.
jason18, Feb 8, 5:30am
por15.co.nz I think the website is. they have prices on the site :)
thejazzpianoma, Feb 8, 2:26pm
+1 Just remember to read the instructions. The correct prep for paint is the complete wrong prep for POR-15.
geedubu, Feb 8, 2:55pm
Terrific stuff, worked remarkably well for me on limited rust areas in a Jaguar XJS and a boat trailer, using the whole starter pack in each case & following instructions.Not cheap and I've never tried it over a large area, but would certainly recommend it as it works.
ryans, Feb 8, 4:35pm
I've used it for all of the rust repair work on my 79 Fairmont, it's good stuff.

http://www.por15.co.nz/
directorylist, Feb 8, 7:06pm
Just make sure you mask up if you're spraying it
jono2912, Feb 8, 7:22pm
I can't find prices on the website.! Where should I be looking.
thejazzpianoma, Feb 8, 8:00pm
This will give you an idea http://www.completepaints.co.nz/product_detail.php!code=POR15B1

Not saying you necessarily need a litre, but you can search other sizes etc.

Use the distributors link on the por15.co.nz site for your local retailer.
jono2912, Feb 8, 10:30pm
No ones local :P
thejazzpianoma, Feb 9, 6:43am
What!!
None in the mighty metropolis of TImaru!

That place I linked to is probably a "buy online" situation.

Also. you could use eastwoods "rust encapsulator" which is POR-15's big competitor and can be sprayed/prepped easier. Its available online form www.restosupplies.co.nz

I havn't been using rust encapsulator for 16 years like I have por-15 so don't push it as hard as yet but potentially its as good and easier to use.
thejazzpianoma, Feb 9, 6:45am
BTW with POR-15, make sure you follow the instructions about using a plastic bag under the rim of the can (my instructions in old posts, not por-15s), not pouring out of the can (make a ladel) and also wiping out the rim of the can with a Q-Tip. That way if you have some left over it will last for years, and its mighty handy to have some around for little jobs.
ryans, Feb 9, 7:14pm
Also, store it in the fridge, my tins were lasting only a month before setting inside the tin, so I was trying to use it really quick.
The current tin I have has lasted about 4 months by keeping it in the fridge.
thejazzpianoma, Feb 9, 7:18pm
Bet you wern't using a plastic bag under the lid!
I get a good 3-4 years out of a tin. but like you I was only getting a few months before I tried the bag trick.
jono2912, Feb 9, 8:15pm
Cheers, I'll have to investigate.

Anyway, I found this: http://www.restosupplies.co.nz/encapsulator_vs_por_resto.pdf
thejazzpianoma, Apr 1, 5:15am
Yeah I read that too. Having both products on hand I find the Eastwoods is definitely easier to use. just less hassle as you can use it on clean bright steel and for little bits the aerosol version is great.

But, POR15 is better for brushing on. they complain its hard to spray but I have never had any call to spray it, you will see what I mean when you use it. It self levels to a spray like finish. The POR15 is also hammer tough like some kind of strong epoxy when finished whereas the Eastwood is more like paint.

So, pros and cons either way. I wouldn't (and don't) hesitate to use either product, I just tend to pick the one thats best suited to the particular application.