Glossary “filler tube” Definition:
Metal tube located under the hood, through which the fluid level is measured and fluid is added.
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filler under-catalyzation
Glossary “filler under-catalyzation” Definition:
Condition caused by not using enough hardener for the amount of filler.
filler undersanding
Glossary “filler undersanding” Definition:
Condition that results when the filled area is higher or thicker than the surrounding panel.
filler wire
Glossary “filler wire” Definition:
Wire used to add metal to a weld puddle, to create a bead or nugget.
fillet
Glossary “fillet” Definition:
The radius connecting the journal to the crankshaft cheek. Radius ground on the crankshaft where a journal joins a cheek. The fillet strengthens this joint. Also refers to the curved portion of the valve where the stem meets the head.
fillet weld
Glossary “fillet weld” Definition:
Nearly triangular cross-section weld joining two surfaces at approximately right angles to each other in a lap joint, T-joint, or corner joint.
filler strip
Glossary “filler strip” Definition:
Strip inserted into the rubber gasket after the glass is installed, forcing the gasket against the glass to form a seal and improve the grip. Sometimes called a locking bead or spline.
filler mixing board
Glossary “filler mixing board” Definition:
A clean, nonporous surface for mixing filler and hardener.
filler neck restrictor
Glossary “filler neck restrictor” Definition:
Restriction plate located in the inlet of the fuel tank to prevent leaded fuel from being put into the tanks of cars that require unleaded fuel.
filler over-catalyzation
Glossary “filler over-catalyzation” Definition:
A condition caused by using too much hardener for the amount of filler.
filler oversanding
Glossary “filler oversanding” Definition:
A condition that results when the filled area is below the desired level, which makes it necessary to apply more filler.
filler rod
Glossary “filler rod” Definition:
A plastic rod used in a plastic weld to form a bond and fill a damaged area. Also refers to a metal rod when welding metal.
filler cap
Glossary “filler cap” Definition:
Removable lid or seal on the filler neck of a fuel tank, radiator, or other reservoir.
filler filling
Glossary “filler filling” Definition:
Using a coarse “cheese grater” or body file to rough shape the semi-hard filler.. You will knock off the high spots and rough edges.
filler material
Glossary “filler material” Definition:
Material from a wire or rod that is added to the weld joint.
filler metal
Glossary “filler metal” Definition:
Metal or alloy added for bonding in making a welded, brazed, or soldered joint.
file
Glossary “file” Definition:
1). Hand tool with fine teeth for removing small amounts of material. 2). A collection of records or files treated as a basic unit of storage.
file transfer protocol
Glossary “file transfer protocol” Definition:
FTP; the protocol used on the internet for sending files.
filled
Glossary “filled” Definition:
Seams in a welded body panel that have been covered with lead, putty, or plastic.
filler
Glossary “filler” Definition:
1). Class of materials used in brake linings to reduce noise and improve heat transfer. 2). Material used to fill dents and repair damaged body parts.