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Shift_nismo 
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Before I get flamed, I did try searching on choosing the right resin.  I have already done some upfront research, but I guess my main question is, do I have to buy both types of resin - layering & surfacing, or can I just stick with surfacing?

From my understanding, layering stays a little tacky, that allows you to add more layers after the first several are already "dry".  Whereas surfacing resin leaves a waxy finish.

So basically, if I put down all my layers at once, do I really need the layering resin?

Thanks in advance.

branvw 
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i would never use the surfacing resin, it has a wax in it that is hard to remove and let paint stick to.  i hate that stuff.
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You also don't want to put down all your layer at once. You can run into a boatload of problems there.
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a very nice resin to use is a product made by uscomposites.com, it is there 435 polyester resin(SM-435100
1 Gallon $21.50). It does a very nice job and is very easy to work with.
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The wax comes to the surface during the curing process to keep out oxygen. To get rid of the wax just use some accitone (not sure on spelling) on a rag before you start to sand. You can put 2-3 layers on at a time but that’s it due to heat build up. Then before priming use a wax and grease remover. I use Bondo 404 it works great.

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