HINTS ON CARE OF STAINLESS
WE USE 304 (NON-MAGNETIC) STAINLESS AND IT DOES NOT RUST. ANY RUST FOUND IS FROM OTHER PRODUCTS IN CONTACT WITH THE SURFACE.
STAINLESS STEEL (LIKE CHROME) CAN DEVELOP SURFACE RUST IF NOT KEPT CLEAN AND POLISHED. IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO USE PRODUCTS LIKE TAR & BUG REMOVER TO REMOVE HEAVY ROAD GRIME. A PRODUCT LIKE NEVER-DULL™ BY EAGLE 1 ONE WILL REMOVE SURFACE RUST AND HELP TO POLISH THE SURFACE. A COAT OF LIGHT WAX WILL HELP TO PRESERVE THE FINISH. THE STAINLESS FINISH IS EITHER POLISHED OR HEAT TREATED AND IS EASILY SCRATCHED. A LINT FREE SOFT PAPER TOWEL WILL GENERALLY SCRATCH LESS THAN A CLOTH MATERIAL.
FREIGHTLINER
INTERNATIONAL
/ NAVISTAR
KENWORTH
PETERBILT
VOLVO
WESTERN STAR
THIS INFORMATION IS TAKEN DIRECTLY FROM A 3M DOUBLE-FACED DATA SHEET.
THE DIRECTIONS BELOW CONCERNING CLEANING AND TEMPERATURE MUST BE FOLLOWED ABSOLUTELY FOR PROPER ADHESION.
Special Considerations/Application Tips
For maximum bond strength the surface should be thoroughly cleaned and dried. Typical cleaning solvents are heptane or isopropyl alcohol. Consult solvent manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet for proper handling and storage instructions.
Bond strength can also be improved with firm application pressure and moderate heat causing the adhesive to develop intimate contact with the bonding surface.
Ideal adhesive application temperature range is 700F to 1000F (210C to 380C). Not recommended for application to surfaces at temperatures below 50ºF (100C) because the adhesive becomes too firm to adhere readily. Once properly applied, low temperature holding is satisfactory. For more specific information, contact our Customer Services and Sales Support "hot line" at 1-800-223-7427.