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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 09:19 AM
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Ok. My friend bought me an emblem a long time ago and needed to drill holes to put it on. I didnt like it much after a while so I decided to take it off. so now I have 3 holes other than the 2 from the nissan hamburger emblem. what would be an easy way to fill up the holes, sand, and paint??
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 09:32 AM
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i dont think there is gonig to be an "easy" way. Good old fashion bondo, sanding and respray is the process you'll have to take. Next time use 3M tape..
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 09:33 AM
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yeah thanks... actually, my stupid friend surprised me with the emblem and the holes...
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 09:52 AM
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If it was in the bumpers, you will need the 2 part Urethane to fill with and make sure you get it on the inner surface as well as full depth of the holes so it will have a good foundation---sand, paint
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 09:55 AM
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Just make sure you dont use actual Bondo brand, that stuff is horrible. Even still Ive seen several cars end up showing where it was filled from heat expansion.

You can also TIG weld and grind flat before finishing.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Justin@WestCovinaNissan
Just make sure you dont use actual Bondo brand, that stuff is horrible. Even still Ive seen several cars end up showing where it was filled from heat expansion.

You can also TIG weld and grind flat before finishing.
If it IS in the fender (metal) then the best filler is made by Evercoat and called Everglass ....It is reinforced with minute Kevlar strands and super strong, but giving....There again though, lay a layer on the back side and let it set, then fill and sand on the exposed side

Tig IS tricky cuz the metal is so thin----you just CANT do it fast enough to avoid warpage
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