By now everyone knows that the XO2 formulation has updated due to a chemical shortage in the “A” component. People have been asking what should they expect when they go to use the product. Besides a shorter mix time and pot life there should be very little that anyone will notice. In fact a lot of applicators that have tried …
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Spraying a protection coatings is surface is FUN! Yes, thats right, I SAID FUN!! I love to spray! The feeling of the gun pumping out to quality product that will protect and provide durability is amazing! Unfortunately, for a protective coating to provide the protection and durability that it should, you must do the proper preparation to ensure adhesion. …
Part 2 World Travels and Interesting Applications As a former bed liner training, I have seen many applications of the Scorpion XO2. Bed liners are great….it is what have and always will be for 24 years. BUT, other applications can be more interesting because you are getting outside the box to find new uses and ways to …
Custom Colors for Truck Bed Liners The XO2 coating always comes to you without the tint added so that you can change the color of the coating as you mix it. For Custom Colors you can use any urethane compatible tint to color the XO2. It is very important that you only get the Tint/Pigment/Base and metal-flake when ordering Custom …
Perhaps there is nothing that is more appealing than the sight of a color-matched truck bed liner. Coating your truck with a custom truck bed liner shade is vital for a variety of exterior applications including the front bumper and the rear tailgate. The surface of your truck should have UV enhanced color. With the multiple shades there are, you …
We brag about the versatility of Scorpion’s XO2 Bed Liner and Protective Coating. It can be customized to countless forms. Colors, textures, and non-skid aggregates are all examples of ways to customize XO2. For all its benefits, there is one truth……..it is a slow dry coating. (45 minutes for tack free- 48 hours limited duty). BUT, we can ease that …
Of all the metals to work with, aluminum can be the most challenging to work. Some substrates can be forgiving when coating with Scorpion’s XO2 ….. bare aluminum is not. Proper steps must be followed to ensure proper adhesion. The steps below will be a guide to help you when spraying bare aluminum. Clean surface thoroughly with acetone. Scratch the …
XO2 applied to specialty metals: Specialty metals can be a challenge to coat if the proper steps are not followed. To ensure proper adhesion with Scorpion’s XO2, etching primers are vital to success. When in doubt about protective coating for specialty metals, refer to the Scorpion Training Manual or call for Scorpion Technical Assistance at (800) 483-9087. In general, specialty …
Caring for your truck gives it a longer lifespan and decreases your garage visits. For you to enjoy excellent service from your truck, giving it optimum care should be part of your routine. You will reduce the chances of being stranded in the middle of nowhere. You can turn it into an instant bed when on long-distance travel by night …