Paints
OEM paint thickness averages about ................................................................... a. 2-4 mils
b. 4-8 mils
c. 5-7 mils
d. 8-10 mils
b. 4-8 mils
A disposable rag with a sticky coating on it for removing dust and debris from the vehicle surfaces before painting is .................................................................................. a. tack cloth
b. soft wipe
c. lint cloth
d. scuff pad
a. tack cloth
What does the term "percentage reduction" mean? .................................................................................. a. Certain proportions of ingredients must be decreased.
b. Each ingredient must be added in certain proportions.
c. The cost of paint is discounted.
d. Paint ratios should not be trusted.
b. Each ingredient must be added in certain proportions
What type of paint that is not commonly used, dries quickly because of solvent evaporation?
Lacquer
Tech A says when mixing a basecoat color, you should read the directions and use proper mixing ratios. Tech B says as long as you use the proper reducer stabilizer, the shop temperature will be ok at 70 degrees. Who is correct? ..................................................................................
Technician A.
The 2 variations of paint used in the collision repair industry are acrylic enamel and __________. .................................................................................. a. metallic paints
b. waterborn paint
c. prime coats
d. acrylic urethanes
d. acrylic urethanes
Another term for surface preparation coats (self etch primers; sealer; primer surfacer; adhesion promoter) is .................................................................................. a. blend coat
b. top coat
c. band coat
d. prime coat
d. prime coat
What is an OEM finish? ................................................................................ a. band coat
b. E coat
c. original factory paint job
d. Orange Enamel Metallic finish
c. original factory paint job.
What contains a special basecoat resin designed to allow a faster recoat time and better metal flake control?
stabilizer-reducer
While having a discussion, Tech A says that if you turn on a circulation fan in a paint booth, you don't have to close the doors; Tech B. says its best to leave the door slightly ajar. Who is correct?
Neither.
What kind of paint tends to have reflective flakes or shiny mica particles in them? .................................................................................. a. solid color
b. metallic paints
c. pearl paints
d. waterborn paints
c. pearl paint
What is the purpose of repair prime coats? .................................................................................. a. provide sound foundation for top coat
b. protect against rusting
c. help fill tiny scratches in panel
d. all answers are correct.
d. all answers are correct.
The amount of time needed for the fresh coat of primer, sealer, or paint to partially dry before the next coat can be sprayed is called .................................................................................. a. paint flex
b. flex time
c. spray schedule
d. flash time
d. flash time
What fluid is formulated to help fade the new paint into the original paint when spraying?
blending solvent?
Tech A said its not good to use cheap generic reducers when spraying clearcoats to help a clients budget; Tech B said to force flash paint between coats, you would most likely warm the spray booth to about 100 degrees. Who is correct?
Both Tech A and Tech B are correct.
What kind of paint has medium to large metallic flakes in it? .................................................................................. a. metallic paint
b. solid color paint
c. acrylic enamel paint
d. lacquer paint
a. metallic paint
What provides a sound foundation for top coats? ............................................................................... a. blend coats
b. full wet coats
c. body scuffing
d.repair prime coats
d. repair prime coats
What type of coat is the most common coat recommended by paint manufacturers and used by professional painters? .................................................................................. a. blend coat
b. banding coat
c..medium wet coat
d. full wet coat
c. medium wet coat
What is sprayed over primers, spot putties and old finish to provide a barrier layer for the top coat?
sealer
Tech. A said a reducer is used to thin urethane enamel based paints. Tech B. said a thinner was used to thin lacquer based paints. Who is correct?
Both Tech A. and Tech B. is correct
What is the term that gives paint its color, opacity, and specific performance properties? ............................................................................... a. hue
b. pigment
c. clear coat
d. paint mixing
b. pigment
All the following techniques are used to determine whether an automobile has been repainted EXCEPT: .................................................................................. a. inspection method
b. sanding method
c. paint film thickness measurement method
d. adhesion method
d. adhesion method
What is the term that means "that for a specific volume of paint and other materials, a specific amount of another material must be added" ? .................................................................................. a. percentage reduction
b. material mixing
c. Mixing by parts
d. proportional mixing numbers
c. Mixing by parts ?
What keeps paint film softer and more pliable so the cured paint film will not crack when bent or flexed?
paint flex additive?
The 3 steps involved in repainting a tri coat finish are:
1. apply basecoat without mica flakes
2. spray semi transparent (mica or pearl) mid coat over base color
3. spray clear urethane enamel on top.