Dyes for Alumilite resins

[Hawk312]

I am experimenting with the dyes for Alumilite resin and a couple questions came to mind. First, is this stuff supposed to be as thick as molasses? I was squeezing the bottle just trying to get a drop out, and the pressure forced the nozzle off! (and made a nice mess in my kitchen ) It has more of a gel consistency than a liquid.

Secondly, it says to add this to the "A" part of the resin mixture. The color I am using I am planning to use for all casted parts in the near future. Can I just add the dye to the entire "A" bottle instead of adding the dye each time I cast a part? Or will it have adverse effects after sitting a while a few weeks/months like this?

So far from my testing, though a little difficult to work with because of the consistency, it is doing exactly what I hoped it would do btw.

Thanks!

[futurattraction]

David,

I use Alumilite clear with red or orange dye to make taillight and parking light lenses for my Fairmont. I measure out an amount of resin I plan to use for a bunch of lenses, then add the dye to that resin. That way you can get a consistent color throughout that set of castings. In my experience I have gotten along fine doing it that way. And "yes" the dye is super thick. I haven't experienced what you did but it takes considerable "squeeze" to get it to come out.

[Hawk312]

Thanks for the response futura. I'll add it to my bottle and see what happens. Thanks!

[Longbox55]

Another option is Pearl Ex powders. I like to use their silver powder, which makes for a nice primer gray finish on the parts.