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    Shelf life of body filler?

    I’ve got some 3M platinum plus (my filler of choice, I know filler debate can wreck friendships so please let’s not discuss that here lol) leftover from my cobra project. It’s roughly 3 years old. Is it still good?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Svtfreak View Post
    It’s roughly 3 years old. Is it still good?

    You talking about the filler or the Cobra?
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    Lol! The shelf life of the cobra ain’t long at all haha

    I found the manufacturer says 16 month on the unopened can. So I guess my opened can has to go.
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    I did everything except spray it. She ain't perfect, but she's mine.

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    Shelf life isn't a definite measure of whether the material is usable. Body filler is polyester based. When polyester goes bad it will begin lumping. If still smooth and creamy you are fine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mikeinatlanta View Post
    Shelf life isn't a definite measure of whether the material is usable. Body filler is polyester based. When polyester goes bad it will begin lumping. If still smooth and creamy you are fine.
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    Ordered: 3/25/17. Delivered: 5/6/17. 1st start: 8/24/18

    MK4 Roadster
    Ordered: 7/10/13. Delivered: 8/20/13. Completed: 10/26/15.
    I did everything except spray it. She ain't perfect, but she's mine.

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