Two fast-drying clear coats from Finnish Master by LKQ, built for spot and single-panel repairs.
If turnaround time is eating into your shop’s profitability, Finnish Master by LKQ (FMB) has two clear coat options worth a look: the FMB 731 Rapid Cure Clear Coat and the FMB 737 Quick Clear Coat. Both are engineered for spot and panel repairs where speed matters, but they’re built for slightly different jobs and climates.
FMB 731 Rapid Cure Clear Coat
The FMB 731 is a low-VOC (2.1), 4:1 clear coat mixed with FMB 732 activator. It’s designed to move fast:
- Dust-free in two minutes
- Dry and ready to buff in 20–25 minutes
- Three-coat application with no flash time between coats — apply back-to-back-to-back and keep moving
That combination makes it a strong fit for spot and single-panel repairs where minimizing booth time is the priority. For shops in Southern California, FMB also offers an SCAQMD Rule 1151-compliant version of the 731 to meet South Coast regulations.
FMB 737 Quick Clear Coat
The FMB 737 is a three-quarter-filled gallon, 3.5 VOC clear coat mixed at a 3:1 ratio, purpose-built for spot repairs. At 72°F, it applies as two full wet coats with a five-minute flash between coats and air dries in 90 minutes.
One standout feature: the 737 offers four activator speeds — fast, medium, slow, and extra slow — so techs can dial in cure time based on shop temperature rather than fighting the weather.
Which One Fits Your Shop?
| FMB 731 Rapid Cure | FMB 737 Quick Clear | |
|---|---|---|
| Mix Ratio | 4:1 | 3:1 |
| VOC | 2.1 (low VOC) | 3.5 (national) |
| Coats | 3 coats, no flash | 2 full wet coats, 5-min flash |
| Dry/Buff Time | Dust-free in 2 min; buff in 20–25 min | Air dry in 90 min at 72°F |
| Activator Options | Standard + SCAQMD 1151-compliant version | Fast, medium, slow, extra slow |
| Best For | Spot & single-panel repairs, fast booth turnaround | Spot repairs, temperature-flexible shops |
Both products are aimed at the same goal — getting spot and panel repairs out the door faster — but the right choice depends on your local VOC regulations and how much control you want over activator speed for changing shop conditions.
Before you order, check your local air quality regulations. VOC compliance rules vary by market, and FMB’s regional options (like the 1151-compliant 731) exist specifically to help you stay compliant while keeping your line moving.
