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SURFACE PREPARATION-CLEANING TRUCK BED.
Sweep out debris. Wire brush any heavily rusted areas to remove rust. Power wash or scrub the truck bed with household detergent and water, cleaning all stained and soiled areas. Rinse well and allow bed and tailgate to dry thoroughly. | | | | STEP 2
ROUGHING UP SURFACE AND DEGLOSSING
Using the supplied sanding pad, sand/abrade the entire area that is going to be coated. Give special attention to waxed areas; be sure to remove all wax. The Road Warrior Protective Truck Bed Coating will not adhere to waxy surfaces. Sweep out debris. | | | | STEP 3
SOLVENT WIPE.
IMPORTANT! Make sure you are working in a well-ventilated area, are wearing protective equipment and have read all cautionary procedures described on the material safety data sheet or label of solvent being used. All surfaces must be wiped down using a clean cloth or rag, using xylene, mineral spirits or isopropyl alcohol. Periodically rotate and replace cloths, and always use a clean section of the cloth. | | | | STEP 4
TAPE/ MASKING
Mask off all areas that will not be coated.
Cover any open drain plugs and/or latch bolt holes with masking tape. | | | | STEP 5
MIXING.
Wear painting clothes, protective eyewear and supplied gloves-avoid skin contact. Attach the supplied drill bit mixing paddle to power drill and power mix Part A-Base until smooth and homogeneous. Scrape the sides of the cans during the mixing process.
Pour Part B-Activator into the mixed Part A-Base. Be sure to completely empty the entire contents of Part B-Activator into the mixed Part A-Base. Mix with the supplied drill bit mixing paddle until smooth and uniform. Let sit undisturbed for 15 minutes before painting. Once material is activated the working time or pot-life of the coating is 3-4 hours. Following the 15-minute period, continue to stir the material thoroughly before and during use to ensure even application. Scrape sides and bottom of the containers during mixing process. | | | | STEP 6
APPLICATION OF COATING.
Although this product will cover in one coat, two coats are recommended for maximum protection and appearance. Once the surface has been prepared, and Part A-Base and Part-B Activator are thoroughly mixed, leave it undisturbed for 15 minutes. Pour the coating into a rolling tray. Start at the front (wall by the cab) begin applying the coating to all corners and hard-to reach areas using a brush. Apply with dabbling motions; do not use a brushing motion. After the first coat is applied, apply a second coat after the first coat has begun to "tack up" (approximately 15-30 minutes). If the coating has been spplied and the temperature is between 50°-60°F allow additional time between coats. When all the corners and hard-to-reach areas have been brushed (cut-in) start applying the first coat to the side walls of the truck bed using the provided roller. Starting on one side slowly work your way from the back (closest to tailgate) moving to the front, then down the opposite side. see figure 1. After the first coat is applied, apply a second coat after the first coat has begun to "tack up" (approximately 15-30 minutes). If the coating has been applied and the temperature is between 50° - 60°F allow additional time between coats. DO NOT START TO COAT THE FLOOR OF THE TRUCK BED UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE SECOND COAT ON THE SIDE WALLS. Once the sides are complete, start painting at the front of the bed (wall by the cab). Roll on coating only as far as you can reach comfortably. Continue applying the protective coating to the remainder of the truck bed in the same manner, allowing 15 minutes between coats. Be sure to include the tailgate. Apply a second coat as outlined above. After coating is completely applied, immediately remove all masking tape; pulling it off slowly to avoid disturbing the edges of the coating. Handle with care when removing; tape may have wet coating sticking to it. The earlier the tpae is removed the easier it will be to remove.
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TRUCK BED - BACK IN SERVICE.
Allow 24-48 hours after coating has dried for light duty. Do not throw or drag heavy or sharp items in truck bed until fully cured ( 7days). Allow 7 days for full service. | |
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