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Decals - does it matter when you apply them to the blank
Posted by:
David Heine
(---.gv.shawcable.net)
Date: September 27, 2005 07:38PM
I am building a rod and would like to get s decal from Decal Connection. Can you put a decal on a rod at anytime? Can I use the rod for a couple of months and then put a decal on it?
Thanks Re: Decals - does it matter when you apply them to the blank
Posted by:
Randy Parpart (Putter)
(---.propel.com)
Date: September 27, 2005 07:52PM
Yes, as long as the surface is prepped properly. It needs to be clean before applying.
If it's over epoxy finish, you may have to use a very, very fine abrasive and possibly even re-coat it before applying the decal. If you do, allow that to cure before applying the decal. The old finish definitely would need to be lightly scuffed before re-coating or chance the fresh finish not sticking at all to the old finish. Any scratch marks would show under the clear decal. I have applied decals after abrading finish with an older, well-used piece of gray Scotchbrite with good results (without refinishing). I haven't tried a new, unused piece, though. My thoughts at the time were that it may leave those scratch marks on the finish. Putter Williston, ND Re: Decals - does it matter when you apply them to the blank
Posted by:
bill boettcher
(---.nyc.untd.com)
Date: September 27, 2005 11:33PM
If you do put the decal on later after using the rod, scoff the old finish, put a coat of new finish on, then the decal then another coat of finish Your better off for a clear decal
Been there done that. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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