Holts Gun Gum Exhaust Paste is a repair putty that provides a flexible, permanent way to repair a car exhaust. Used with the Gun Gum Exhaust Repair system, the putty adheres to both the exhaust material and the repair bandage, forming a gas-tight seal that hardens as it dries to provide a durable, permanent repair. Holes in your exhaust system might seem like a small problem at first, but they’re the kind of thing that can build up and cause a big headache if left unfixed. While individually fondant and gum paste are slightly different, they work beautifully as a team! When they are combined you get the benefits of using the softer, more pliable fondant, and the sturdiness of the gum paste which will make your decorations hold up well. For best results, use a 50/50 combination of the two for detailed and durable decorations! How to store fondant and gum paste

Step 1– Wait for your car to cool down and then locate the hole or damage, and clear any debris from the area. Given their location on the underside of the car, exhaust systems are susceptible to wear and tear, but nothing causes more damage than internal rust! due to the amount of acidic moisture and other debris passing beneath the vehicle. Water vapour is formed as a by-product in the engine and exits the exhaust along with gases such as CO2, exit the exhaust. The water can condense on cooler surfaces in the exhaust system and over time this collects and corrodes the inside to form small holes. The exhaust is also suspended under the vehicle, allowing it a small amount of movement. Yes, the entire Holts Gun Gum range is designed to be safe to use with most makes and models. The product is safe and effective to use on all exhaust materials. Is exhaust putty a permanent repair? Add powdered sugar, mixing on low until ingredients are incorporated. Increase speed to high and mix for approximately 10 minutes until the mixture forms soft, glossy peaks. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and the paddle, then mix for an additional minute. Leave overnight to harden or run the engine slowly to speed up drying time – you need to leave the Paste to harden before you continue using your car. Avoid racing the engine, as this could hamper the drying process.

Does exhaust putty work?

Fondant and gum paste are both made by adding sugar to liquid; however, there are two ingredients that make fondant and gum paste vastly different. Fondant usually contains some type of gelatin, which helps give it that elasticity and pliability. Gum paste, on the other hand, uses Gum-Tex powder for added stability and strength. A small amount of Gum-Tex can also be kneaded into fondant to make it act similarly to gum paste. Is it better to use corn starch or confectioners’ sugar when rolling out fondant or gum paste?

At first glance, fondant and gum paste appear to be very similar. They are both soft doughs that can be kneaded and used for cake decorating. But don’t be fooled, these two cake decorating mediums are actually quite different. Let’s take a look at what distinguishes these two! What is gum paste? Holts Firegum is an exhaust assembly paste specially developed to give you gas-tight seals in joints where the fit is poor, or the gasket has failed.

How do I fix a hole in my exhaust?

Drying times vary depending on the conditions, but you can also run the engine to help speed up the time it takes for the putty to harden. Once it’s dry, you’ll have a solid, permanent repair that guarantees no leaks. Is exhaust putty safe to use? The adjustable wrap is fully flexible, ensuring it can be fitted to bends of all shapes and sizes to help cover holes and damage on any part of the exhaust bend. Simply fit the bandage around the damaged area, ensuring it’s fitted as tightly as possible. You can then use the Gun Gum Paste to seal any edges to make sure no gas escapes from your exhaust during driving. Holes can develop on different parts of your exhaust, so the Gun Gum range contains products that can fix any area. The company has developed a variety of bandages for different parts of the exhaust system, for example ends or bends. When you use these with the Gun Gum exhaust paste it creates a permanent, gas tight seal that will fix the problems ahead of your MOT – and cost a lot less than a replacement exhaust.