Question 1

While having a discussion, Technician A says that if you turn on the circulation fans in a paint booth, you need not close the booth doors.Technician B says that it is best to leave the door slightly ajar.Who is correct?

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In a paint booth, it's important to maintain a controlled environment to ensure the quality of the paint job and the safety of the workspace. Leaving doors open or ajar can introduce dust, contaminants, and affect the efficiency of the ventilation system. Both technicians' suggestions could compromise the paint job and safety standards.

Question 2

____________________ are sprayed over primers, spot putties, and old finish to provide a barrier layer for the topcoats.

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Question 3

Increasing booth temperature between coats can cause?

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Question 4

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

Accepted Answer

Overreducing clearcoats is generally not recommended as it can affect the durability, gloss, and overall appearance of the finish. Proper mixing ratios provided by the manufacturer should be followed for optimal results.

Question 5

____ have graduated scales that allow you to easily convert ingredient percentages into part proportions.

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Paint mixing sticks often have graduated scales that are specifically designed to help in converting ingredient percentages into part proportions, making them a useful tool in achieving precise paint mixtures.

Question 6

A ____ is done to deposit enough paint on panel edges, corners, or near the ends of body panels.

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A banding coat is specifically applied to ensure sufficient coverage of paint on challenging areas such as panel edges, corners, or near the ends of body panels, where paint might otherwise not adhere as well or cover as thoroughly.

Question 7

Briefly discuss the steps involved in repainting a tri-coat finish.

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Question 8

A(n) ______________________________ keeps paint film softer and more pliable so the cured paint film will not crack when bent or flexed.

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Question 9

List six factors that determine how much of a vehicle should be repainted.

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Question 10

____________________ is an older paint that dries quickly because of solvent evaporation.

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Question 11

A(n) _________________________ is formulated to help fade the new paint into the original paint when spraying.

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Question 12

A ____is the most common coat recommended by paint manufacturers and used by professional painters.

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Question 13

What is the difference between the following two paint solvents: reducer and thinner?

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Question 14

____ also called a mid-coat primer, is designed specifically to aid adhesion on hard-baked basecoat/clearcoat OEM finishes.

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Adhesion promoters are specifically designed to improve the adhesion of materials to a surface, which is crucial when working with hard-baked basecoat/clearcoat OEM finishes. They act as a mid-coat primer to ensure better adhesion and durability of the topcoat.

Question 15

____ is the amount of time needed for the fresh coat of primer, sealer, or paint to partially dry before the next coat can be sprayed.

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Flash time refers to the period required for a coat of primer, sealer, or paint to reach a state of partial dryness suitable for the application of an additional coat without compromising adhesion or finish quality.

Question 16

The spray coat that is normally used on the boundary of spot repair areas so that a color difference is not noticeable is MOST-Likely:

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A blend coat is specifically used to gradually fade the new paint into the existing paint, making the transition less noticeable and ensuring a more seamless repair.

Question 17

A(n) _________________________ contains a special basecoat resin designed to allow a faster recoat time and better metal flake control.

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Question 18

A(n) ____ allows paint to seep out of the gun lid or another part.

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A leaking spray gun is the correct term for a device that allows paint to seep out of the gun lid or another part due to a malfunction or damage.

Quiz 28: Refinishing Procedures