Exam 12: Using Body Fillers

The term that is MOST-Likely used to describe the reddish-brown compound commonly referred to as rust is:

Lead filler, or solder, is an alloy of lead and tin.

A(n) ____ has offset rollers that will bend and fold the edge of the panel down lower.

Body fillers were never meant to replace proper metalworking techniques.

Featheredging chips and nicks is done quickly with a ____ grit disc and a disc orbital (DA) sander.

All of the following fillers are used to repair dents, dings, and gouges in metal panels EXCEPT:

____________________ body filler is done by sanding the repair area so that the perimeter of the repair area is flush with unrepaired surfaces.

Fiberglass fillers use talc as a bulking agent.

A ____ has a specific shape to match the body line being sanded.

Hand-sanding with a sanding block will allow better control of filler removal.

The ____ file is used to cut the excess filler to contour quickly.

A(n) ____ is often used to check for high and low spots on your repair area.

Why is it not advisable for you to use cardboard as a mixing board filler?

____ should not be used as a mixing board.

A(n) ____ is a flat surface (metal, glass, or plastic) used for mixing the filler and its hardener.

What is the result of improper and inadequate body filler mixing?

Unused filler should not be discarded in trash cans containing solvent-soaked paper or cloths.

Spot putties should be used only to fill very shallow sand scratches and pinholes.

While having a discussion, Technician A says that the term rustout refers to corrosion that has had time to penetrate completely through the steel panel.Technician B says that rustout is an early stage of corrosion that has not penetrated the steel panel.Who is correct?

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?