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Old 05-15-2012 | 07:31 PM
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I have several unopened gallons of white and neutral gel coat. How long does gel coat live in the can? I noticed that my new polyester resin kicks much quicker than resin that is six months old. The gel coat is one year old, can I still use it? Thanks
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Old 05-15-2012 | 09:36 PM
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a year is pushing it but i've done it. Do a test piece or mix up a small cup at 2% and see how it goes.
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Cool, Thanks!
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Old 05-24-2012 | 01:24 PM
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FYI. If you can keep it in a cool place, like a beer fridge, it will extend the shelf life.
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Originally Posted by Knot 4 Me
FYI. If you can keep it in a cool place, like a beer fridge, it will extend the shelf life.
well . . . . where do ya put the beer






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