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How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
Gary Rauch
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Date: November 13, 2005 01:12PM
I found some "twisted color" threads in some appealing colors, but it's - Polyester thread.
[www.threadart.com] Could it be used for rod building/guide wrapping ? Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
Michael Joyce
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Date: November 13, 2005 01:32PM
That stuff will probablly work based on the words "embrodery machines, polyester, and 40 wt" can't tell from the photo who makes it, but at 2.50 a spool, you can't really go wrong...I may even buy some. Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
eric zamora
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Date: November 13, 2005 01:45PM
i think you should check into that some more BECAUSE of the "machine embroidery " term used at the web site. of the few warnings i read about here in testing new threads, one always rises to the top. some threads have a wax coating on them to help facilitate use in sewing machines. i would imagine any machine. if this has it, it may cause problems. look into it some more. or try a test wrap first.
eric fresno, ca. Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
Michael Joyce
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Date: November 13, 2005 02:07PM
Those three terms show me that thread is similar to Madeira...a thread I use on a regular basis. If there is any coating on the thread, it can be overcome with CP. Gary if you're a builder that swears that guide wraps MUST have no CP, be leary of it. as Eric suggests...fish eyes in finish are troublesome, and CP is your friend. Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
Rich Matranga
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Date: November 14, 2005 02:28AM
If you try it, please let us know how it works out...................................Thanks! Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
bill boettcher
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Date: November 14, 2005 07:56AM Do a search of this board. I would stay with nylon Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
Mike Barkley
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Date: November 14, 2005 10:01AM
One of the most popular threads is Madiera, which is a polyester. That stuff from threadart.com looks an awful lot (and could even be) like Madiera. It's not made by Threadart so it could be! Their metallics and twists look interesting also. I intend on trying some. Thanks for the link, Gary
Mike (Southgate, MI) If I don't want to, I don't have to and nobody can make me (except my wife) cuz I'm RETIRED!! Re: How is POLYESTER thread for guide wraps ?
Posted by:
Duane Richards
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Date: November 14, 2005 11:11AM
Gary,
I have tried a few "off" brands and the only one that really worked well for my is the Sulky Metallic's, I like these BETTER than the name brands in rod building. Like mentioned, several contain wax and other things that can drive you CRAZY when applying finish. I bought a spool of black and it basically ruined a rod build for me. The rod is still standing in the corner and most likely will remain there until I have time to tear it all down and re-build it. If you do use these off brands, SEAL THEM OUT WELL with color preserver as this prevents most troubles. FOR THE COST OF SAVING A FEW PENNIES, JUST BUY THE NAME BRANDS, is my policy.....it's not worth it! DR Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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