{"product_id":"evercoat-z-grip®-optex®-lightweight-body-filler-1-gallon-color-changing-technology-100382","title":"Evercoat Z-Grip® OPTEX® Color-Change Body Filler + Hardener – Gallon (100382)","description":"\u003ch4 data-end=\"359\" data-start=\"331\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"359\" data-start=\"338\"\u003eProduct Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"607\" data-start=\"361\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvercoat Z-GRIP® OPTEX® (100382)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a next-generation, clog-free lightweight body filler engineered with \u003cstrong data-end=\"511\" data-start=\"466\"\u003epatented OPTEX® Color-Changing Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e. It applies pink and turns green when the repair is ready to sand—no guesswork, no wasted time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"845\" data-start=\"609\"\u003eFormulated for \u003cstrong data-end=\"648\" data-start=\"624\"\u003eexceptional adhesion\u003c\/strong\u003e to galvanized steel, bare steel, aluminum, SMC, and fiberglass, this filler spreads smoothly and sands effortlessly. It’s ideal for professionals demanding speed, accuracy, and consistent results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1018\" data-start=\"847\"\u003eZ-GRIP® OPTEX® is part of the \u003cstrong data-end=\"899\" data-start=\"877\"\u003eMETALWORKS® System\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping maintain the \u003cstrong data-end=\"948\" data-start=\"922\"\u003eOEM corrosion warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e when applied to factory-coated or galvanized sheet metal as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1020\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1059\" data-start=\"1022\"\u003eIncludes Evercoat® Cream Hardener\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1062\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1064\"\u003eAvailable in 1-Gallon Container\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"1101\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1137\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1137\" data-start=\"1113\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1552\" data-start=\"1139\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1170\" data-start=\"1141\"\u003eColor-Changing Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e – Applies pink, dries green when ready to sand\u003cbr data-end=\"1220\" data-start=\"1217\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"1222\"\u003eLightweight \u0026amp; Clog-Free\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy to spread, sands clean with no loading\u003cbr data-end=\"1298\" data-start=\"1295\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1321\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003eSuperior Adhesion\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bonds to steel, aluminum, galvanized metal, fiberglass \u0026amp; more\u003cbr data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1411\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eFast Working Time\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sets in 5–6 minutes; sandable in ~20 minutes\u003cbr data-end=\"1461\" data-start=\"1458\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1486\" data-start=\"1463\"\u003eProfessional Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth application, minimal pinholes, ideal for premium results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1557\" data-start=\"1554\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1593\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1593\" data-start=\"1566\"\u003eRecommended Substrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1616\" data-start=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1616\" data-start=\"1597\"\u003eCold Rolled Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1637\" data-start=\"1617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1637\" data-start=\"1619\"\u003eGalvanized Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1640\"\u003eBare Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1665\" data-start=\"1653\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1665\" data-start=\"1655\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1668\"\u003eSMC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1674\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1676\"\u003eFiberglass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003eFor high-flex or structural repairs, use fiber-reinforced fillers such as Everglass®, Kitty Hair®, or Fiber Tech®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1811\" data-start=\"1808\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1813\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1820\"\u003eMixing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"2065\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1884\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1884\" data-start=\"1849\"\u003eStir filler thoroughly before use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1919\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1919\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003eKnead the cream hardener tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1980\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1980\" data-start=\"1923\"\u003eUse 2% hardener by weight (a ribbon across a 4” puddle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"1981\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"1984\"\u003eMix until a uniform color is achieved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2065\" data-start=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2065\" data-start=\"2025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2038\" data-start=\"2025\"\u003eSet Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 minutes at 72°F (22°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2070\" data-start=\"2067\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"2072\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"2079\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2366\" data-start=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2127\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, light pink paste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2199\" data-start=\"2154\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2199\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2174\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003eVOC \u0026amp; Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refer to SDS Section 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2229\" data-start=\"2200\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2229\" data-start=\"2202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2215\" data-start=\"2202\"\u003eSet Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2267\" data-start=\"2230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2267\" data-start=\"2232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2232\"\u003eSand Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 20 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2315\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2315\" data-start=\"2270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2298\" data-start=\"2270\"\u003eMax. Thickness (sanded):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 inch (6mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2366\" data-start=\"2316\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2366\" data-start=\"2318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2330\" data-start=\"2318\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the can closed in a cool, dry area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2401\" data-start=\"2373\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2401\" data-start=\"2380\"\u003eApplication Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2687\" data-start=\"2403\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2403\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2405\"\u003eClean and degrease the panel with soap, water, and mild solvent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2514\" data-start=\"2467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2514\" data-start=\"2469\"\u003eUse 80-grit to remove paint and featheredge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2577\" data-start=\"2515\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2577\" data-start=\"2517\"\u003eApply filler in layers using even pressure—do not overload\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2632\" data-start=\"2578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2632\" data-start=\"2580\"\u003eWait for the pink-to-green color change before sanding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2687\" data-start=\"2633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2687\" data-start=\"2635\"\u003eFinish with 180-grit before applying primer or paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2692\" data-start=\"2689\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2724\" data-start=\"2694\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2724\" data-start=\"2701\"\u003eSafety Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2726\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2768\" data-start=\"2726\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2768\" data-start=\"2728\"\u003eUse only with Evercoat® Cream Hardener\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2812\" data-start=\"2769\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2812\" data-start=\"2771\"\u003eDo not return mixed filler to the container\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2867\" data-start=\"2813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2867\" data-start=\"2815\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly sealed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2868\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2870\"\u003eAlways read product labels and refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2940\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2942\"\u003eSDS \u0026amp; 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