Collision Blast - Body Fillers
This is a quiz over module 4 text and the resources. Body Fillers and Fiberglass Fillers
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It is recommended by most technical data sheets to apply body filler on the top of a painted surface.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Surface must be metal or sanded epoxy. Finish glaze can be applied over sanded paint surfaces.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What grit sanding disc should be used to prepare metal for body filler?
- A.
24 to 50 grit
- B.
220 to 320 grit
Correct Answer
A. 24 to 50 gritExplanation
24 to 50 grit on a grinder or 36 to 80 grit on a DA sander. 220 to 320 is used for block sanding and feather edging.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Why is it not recommended to mix body filler on cardboard?
- A.
It does not look professional.
- B.
Cardboard my collapse in the middle of a job and make a mess.
- C.
It does not state that, using cardboard works fine.
- D.
Cardboard is a porous surface and will absorb resins from the filler.
Correct Answer
D. Cardboard is a porous surface and will absorb resins from the filler.Explanation
You should not use cardboard to mix body filler. You should use a non-porous surface such as plastic, metal or glass.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Kneeding the hardener tube is required at least the first use of each day.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Cream hardener will separate in the tube. You should kneed (mix) it in the tube before using.Rate this question:
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- 5.
There is a general rule to estimate how much cream hardener to mix with body filler. One rule is for every golfball size of hardener, mix:
- A.
A dime size of hardener.
- B.
A nickel size of hardener.
- C.
Use equal parts of filler and hardener.
- D.
Use a baseball size of hardener.
Correct Answer
A. A dime size of hardener.Explanation
Golf ball of filler to a dime size of hardener is the general rule.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Body filler should not be whipped or stirred. What problem could this lead to, if you do whip and stir when mixing?
- A.
Over mix the products causing the filler to over activate.
- B.
Will never harden thoroughly.
- C.
Cause air bubbles, which will lead to pinholes.
- D.
This is a trick question. You should always stir the filler in a whipping motion.
Correct Answer
C. Cause air bubbles, which will lead to pinholes.Explanation
Causes air bubbles, which will lead to pinholes after sanded.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The filler should be one uniform color when properly mixed.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
If there are streaks showing, the filler is not properly mixed. Keep mixing until one uniform color.Rate this question:
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- 8.
One thick coat of body filler will achieve better results than several lighter thinner coats.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Several thin coats will produce better results than one thick coat. Remember to apply a tight coat first followed by a fill coat.Rate this question:
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- 9.
It is recommended to first apply a tight coat of body filler by pushing the filler into the scratches.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
A tight coat assures proper adhesion.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is the recommended sandpaper to start blocking the body filler a large repair area.
- A.
150 grit
- B.
36 grit to level then switch to 80 grit to minimize the 36 grit scratches.
- C.
150 grit to level then switch to 320 grit to minimize the 150 grit scratches.
- D.
First, you will need to prime the body filler.
Correct Answer
B. 36 grit to level then switch to 80 grit to minimize the 36 grit scratches.Explanation
Larger dent use what will work the fastest with the least amount of effort. 36 grit works good to level followed by 80 to minimize the 36 scratches. Then 150 grit can be used to minimize the 80 grit scratches. Some painters prefer to use 180 grit or 220 grit rather than 150 grit.Rate this question:
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- 11.
150 grit is courser than 36 grit sandpaper.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 12.
One of the benefits of finish glaze is that it can be applied over sanded paint, primer, body filler, or metal.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Finish glaze can be applied over sanded paint, body filler or metal. However, the surface should be sanded with 180 grit or courser before applying the glaze.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Finish glaze can be applied over paint sanded with 180 grit sandpaper. All of these are the benefits EXCEPT:
- A.
Finish glaze may be applied without disturbing the e-coat.
- B.
This is a much quicker method than using body filler for minor imperfections and pinholes.
- C.
Finish glaze is less expensive than body filler.
- D.
Finish glaze is thiner and is easier to spread a smooth even coat.
Correct Answer
C. Finish glaze is less expensive than body filler.Explanation
Finish glaze is not less expensive than body filler. It is more expensive.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Fiberglass filler consist of fabric like material and resin.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
That is regular fiberglass. Fiberglass filler comes in a can much like body filler.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What is the main purpose for using fiberglass filler in auto body repair?
- A.
It works much better than plastic filler and should be used on most repairs.
- B.
To seal welded area.
- C.
When a speedy repair is needed and a easy to sand filler is required to speed up production.
- D.
To fill rust holes.
Correct Answer
B. To seal welded area.Explanation
Fiberglass filler is used over welded areas to seal to prevent corrosion from occurring.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Fiberglass dust is extremely harmful to your lungs. A dust respirator is a must when sanding fiberglass.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Yes, fiberglass dust is very harmful to breath.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Bondo is:
- A.
Harder to sand than body filler.
- B.
Too expensive to use on most jobs.
- C.
A brand of body filler.
- D.
Outdated and was replace by body filler. Bondo is no longer available.
Correct Answer
C. A brand of body filler.Explanation
Bondo is just a brand name of body filler.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Cross or "X" sanding is very important to properly level body filler when block sanding.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This is one of the most important steps to achieving a level surface.Rate this question:
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- 19.
The 3M Dynamic Mixing System is?
- A.
A tool used to mix body filler.
- B.
A special spreader that makes mixing body filler easier.
- C.
There is no such thing.
- D.
A chart that shows you how much hardener to add when mixing body filler.
Correct Answer
A. A tool used to mix body filler.Explanation
The 3M Dynamic Mixing system is a tool used to mix body filler.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Aluminum or fiberglass seal out moister and should be applied over weld locations.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Any section locations that will show should use fiberglass or aluminum filler should be applied to seal the weld location for corrosion protection. Then the repair can be finished with body filler.Rate this question:
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- 21.
One of the benefits of fiberglass filler is that it is easier to sand than most other fillers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Fiberglass seals well, but is harder to sand than body filler.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Some technicians prefer to lay a rag over the surface when rubbing their hand on the repair area to:
- A.
Protect their hand from body filler.
- B.
Determine the temperature of the surface.
- C.
Determine highs and lows.
- D.
Determine what grit of sandpaper to use.
Correct Answer
C. Determine highs and lows.Explanation
Some technicians claim that using a rag between their hand and the surface helps them feel highs and lows.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Guide coat is used to help identify highs and lows.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
When using a block, the guide coat will help you identify the highs and lows.Rate this question:
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