1953 Ford F-100 Cab Media Blasting & Primer Painting - To Blast & Preserve

Induction time means how long the epoxy primer and the catalyst have to stand mixed before it can be sprayed.

The induction time for Summit's DTM epoxy primer is zero, which means it can be sprayed as soon as it is thoroughly mixed.

This disposable respirator from 3M fit perfectly and the charcoal filters didn't allow even a minute trace of paint smell into the nasal induction cavity, a healthy investment indeed.

Standing the cab on its end made it easy to make sure areas that normally wouldn't be seen were sprayed with primer.

This held especially true for spraying primer up under the dashboard and cab ceiling.

Summit Racing's DTM epoxy primer is pretty hard to get a run with, but if one uses too much pressure or doesn't move the gun quickly enough it is possible to get runs in the paint.

Using a business card to squeegee the DTM epoxy primer smooth while it is still wet, works easier than sanding the runs after it has dried.

The beauty of Summit Racing's DTM epoxy primer is that it mixes one part catalyst to one part primer and is isocyanate free, so one isn't exposed to irritation of skin and mucous membranes, which produces chest tightness and difficult breathing caused by primers that do contain isocyanates.

This angle shows good coverage has been obtained by spraying the undersides (inside and out) of the cab first.

With the undersides completed Steve and Fidel laid the cab flat on the ground and Steve was able to complete his work.

Notice how the semi-gloss appearance of Summit Racing's DTM epoxy primer makes it easier to see where the dents are in the cab. We'll cover how to guide-coat for high and low spots as this story progresses in upcoming issues.

Thanks to Orange County Sandblasting and Summit Racing's DTM epoxy primer the '53 cab almost looks like a new truck. Going this route has saved us months of labor and ultimately more expense.