Hi Daniel ,
I used a similar method of bondo removal. ( Propane torch ) The fumes were
quite strong. I wore a mask with activated carbon filters. Using the carbon
(charcoal) filters, I could not smell or taste the fumes. I did the work
outside.
Mark Hanna (Brain Cells ?)
AN5
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> Date: Wed, 29 Mar 2000 22:30:19 -0500
> From: Daniel Thompson <dthompson@videotron.ca>
> Subject: toxic fumes?
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> I am currently stripping a bodyshell that has several very thick layers
> of paint and bondo and that grey "aluminum" type bondo on it. I have
> found that the easiest way to do it is with a heat gun. I guess the
> paint/bondo expands at a different rate than the metal underneath and
> you can just "lift" it all off in chunks.
>
> Since I am no longer as young and foolish (ie. stupid) as I used to be
> here is my question: just how toxic are the fumes this stuff is giving
> off when heated? I know I should be wearing a mask, but which type is
> the best within a reasonable price range? Or should I abandon this
> practice altogether?
>
> Thanks,
>
>
> Daniel (minus a few brain cells)
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