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    whats the best kinda thinner to use on the vinyl paint OS Coatings..... is there any that you can buy at wally world? like acetone or thinner

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    PBug2009,
    Accetone is what I use. MEK is the best if you can find it. That is what Componet Systems uses for there thinner.
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    what is mek?

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    acetone is what I use also.

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    Use the component systems thinner. Pint's run about $12,better than spending $3.50 for 1 oz.,last's a lot longer. BARLOW'S has it in their catalog,it's where I bought mine.

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    MEK is methl ethal keytone its a very powerful thinner usually not on store shelves you have to ask for it. They usually have in back room because of the meth problems. Hope that helps

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    JUNGLEMANJIGS has it right on. To use vinyl paint and keep it the right consistancy, use their thinner.
    I wouldn't even think of trying to use vinyl without a cheap round indent pallet and glass eyedropper. Illinoisgiller

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    jjj true about the pint but was wondering if there was anything cheaper..... more or less that worked the same.....hey giller whats that mean' cheap indent pallet and eyedropper

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    MEK for me for lots of things, but also some Toluene (Toluol) for other things. Both should be handled with care and a well ventilated area. I do have some thinner from Component Systems for vinyl too.

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    PBUG2009, Member rebg38 clued me in on how to manage this vinyl. It dries at such a high rate it needs "tweeking " to keep the consistancy right.
    The indent pallet is a cheapie from hobby stores or wall mart. If the vinyl dries in the indent it will peel right out.
    The glass eyedropper is another wall mart item 2 to a card.[ Note that the tip is bent on this one .If there is an item with a defect but still useable, wall mart will find it. ]
    I just put a little vinyl in an indent and thin with thinner by the drop. If you have to leave for a while, put tape over the indent till you return. I use clear 2" shipping tape because I have it handy. When you are done painting , -paint the vinyl back into the jar,
    I do clead up with acitone and itn works well for that.
    I am all over saving money any time I can, but I fully believe the thinner is the way to go here.
    Now, If we could just get some compitition for this overpriced vinyl. lol Illinoisgiller
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