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javeryh:
I need to buy something to fill in some holes/dings in the side of a cab - I notice that most people use bondo.  Is there a reason for this?  What is wrong with wood filler or even some spackle? 

I will be sanding, priming, sanding and painting over top of whatever I use.  I have A LOT of filling to do and from what I understand bondo sets very quickly which is why I'm thinking of not using it.  Any thoughts?
BASS!:
If I were you I would read OND's thread on his retro machine. He is using plastibond, and this crazy bondo in a spray can that just is mind boggling. I do know that there is a middle ground as my friend who is a house painter recommended, but I would say that plastibond stuff is the new wave.
Bluedeath:
If you have a metal CP yes because Bondo, as its name says bonds well with metal (and wood).
ddw:
Hi Javeryh Spackle fine for nail holes as long as you do not use lightweight. I use epoxy filler for wood for anything larger. You have to make sure you mix it well and let it dry before you can paint at least over night . bondo is a pain in the ass very short working time. go to your local paint store and try Flex-Tex Hv it comes in a caulking tube and the two parts mix together as you squeeze it out mix it together more. it works great is stronger then Bondo. and I have carried  a tube around for months and is does not go bad.

Hope that helps :)
garnerb350:
The only holes I had were from where I drilled screws in...I also had some spaces where I wasnt square with my cuts...I just went to Wall Mart and got that Miniwax Wood filler...worked fine on my wood cab....if you have metal...BONDO
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