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pebbleboy · 02-02-2006, 11:52 PM

How much por 15 do you need to do the frame?

I also might do the cab floor but have a little work to do before that.

PINT - $22.00
QUART - $33.00
GALLON - $105.00
5 GALLON - $450.00

Wat am I looking at here?

Longhorn Man · 02-03-2006, 12:15 AM

I used a little over a quart on an S-10 chassis, but we didn't do the entire chassis either... just under the bed and under the front clip, so I'm thinking it woulda been closer to 2 quarts. This is with paint brushes, not sprayed...and spillage was minimal.

pebbleboy · 02-03-2006, 12:21 AM

So I better quit being cheap and spring for the gallon huh?

AKChevyman · 02-03-2006, 12:29 AM

Here is my experiance with POR 15 I have bought 2 quarts and the first one did my whole frame crossmembers and rear axle my new drop spindels and my steering componets I still have a little left of that first quart in the 1 quart mason jar I store it in. I haven't even broke open the second quart yet oh by the way I have a LWB truck.

Longhorn Man · 02-03-2006, 12:57 AM

I better double check out cans and see that they are quarts...

As far as buying the stuff, I would never recomend getting it in large containers. You are better off spending a little more and getting smaller cans.
The mason jar idea is killer, and the best thing you can do for POR storage.

pat · 02-03-2006, 01:08 AM

Buy plenty. I ran out when putting mine on on and had to put it on way too thin ---> rusted through. I would suggest getting Eastwood Rust Encapsulator instead, b/c it isnt supposed to fade like Por15 does. I painted my frame less than a year ago and its already fading. Granted, there wasnt even a cab on it for many months, but still.

pebbleboy · 02-03-2006, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

I better double check out cans and see that they are quarts...

As far as buying the stuff, I would never recomend getting it in large containers. You are better off spending a little more and getting smaller cans.
The mason jar idea is killer, and the best thing you can do for POR storage.

If I end up getting a gallon I was planning on putting it in a few jelly jars. I already had my wife save some up.

Fred T · 02-03-2006, 02:08 AM

I would buy two quarts. Brushing on, this will be more than enough to do two coats. Once you open the POR-15, the clock starts ticking on shelf life. They give it up to 6 months opened, 2 years unopened. It also helps to keep it in the fridge.

Be sure to follow their instructions on preparation. If you don't, it won't last. I know from experience.

Longhorn Man · 02-03-2006, 06:17 AM

And don't forget to give it a top coat (paint) so it doesn't break down from the UV rays like Pat describes.

SLIMJIM · 02-03-2006, 10:11 AM

Buy the 4 quart special for $114. They also have plastic snap ons for the can so it pours up better, a buck a piece I think.

SLIMJIM

rodstored-72 · 02-03-2006, 10:39 AM

i used 2 qrts on my swb chevy p/u. i put on what seems like about a coat & a half if that makes sense. i stripped the frame down to metal then started spraying with a sears paint gun. it seems to be ok though i had some brake fluid leak & had to redo a small part of the frame.

good luck!

rodstored-72

02-03-2006, 12:15 AM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: How much por 15 I used a little over a quart on an S-10 chassis, but we didn't do the entire chassis either... just under the bed and under the front clip, so I'm thinking it woulda been closer to 2 quarts. This is with paint brushes, not sprayed...and spillage was minimal.

02-03-2006, 12:29 AM	#4
AKChevyman Chevy Forever Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Dalzell SC Posts: 314	Re: How much por 15 Here is my experiance with POR 15 I have bought 2 quarts and the first one did my whole frame crossmembers and rear axle my new drop spindels and my steering componets I still have a little left of that first quart in the 1 quart mason jar I store it in. I haven't even broke open the second quart yet oh by the way I have a LWB truck. __________________ My first love 1971 C20 Hugger orange Getting face lift and heart transplant .30 402 BB /TH400 and GV Wifes car 1969 Chevelle SS 396 325hp/TH400 Factroy A/C Automatic w/ Floor shift console. restored.

02-03-2006, 12:57 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: How much por 15 I better double check out cans and see that they are quarts... As far as buying the stuff, I would never recomend getting it in large containers. You are better off spending a little more and getting smaller cans. The mason jar idea is killer, and the best thing you can do for POR storage. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 02-03-2006 at 12:57 AM.

02-03-2006, 01:08 AM	#6
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Re: How much por 15 Buy plenty. I ran out when putting mine on on and had to put it on way too thin ---> rusted through. I would suggest getting Eastwood Rust Encapsulator instead, b/c it isnt supposed to fade like Por15 does. I painted my frame less than a year ago and its already fading. Granted, there wasnt even a cab on it for many months, but still. __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

02-03-2006, 02:08 AM	#8
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Re: How much por 15 I would buy two quarts. Brushing on, this will be more than enough to do two coats. Once you open the POR-15, the clock starts ticking on shelf life. They give it up to 6 months opened, 2 years unopened. It also helps to keep it in the fridge. Be sure to follow their instructions on preparation. If you don't, it won't last. I know from experience. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

02-03-2006, 06:17 AM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: How much por 15 And don't forget to give it a top coat (paint) so it doesn't break down from the UV rays like Pat describes.

02-03-2006, 10:11 AM	#10
SLIMJIM Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Charleston, South Carolina Posts: 285	Re: How much por 15 Buy the 4 quart special for $114. They also have plastic snap ons for the can so it pours up better, a buck a piece I think. SLIMJIM __________________ 1970 Chevrolet Blazer 2 wheel drive - SOLD

02-03-2006, 10:39 AM	#11
rodstored-72 chevy truck fan Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gilbert, arizona 85298 Posts: 1,984	Re: How much por 15 i used 2 qrts on my swb chevy p/u. i put on what seems like about a coat & a half if that makes sense. i stripped the frame down to metal then started spraying with a sears paint gun. it seems to be ok though i had some brake fluid leak & had to redo a small part of the frame. good luck! rodstored-72



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