I've researched the topic on here in the past discussions and am still a little hazy about what to do. But I plan on refinishing a blank. I read the topic about the pvc T joint with the rubber across each end filled with the finish. This seems messy and hard to do. Is there any easier way to do it? Maybe on a rod dryer or dipping it? And if i were to color the blank would autobody spray paint work or rustoleum or a like product be sufficient?

Ked,

Absolutely, done it many times. You have to prep the blank by scuffing with ScotchBrite. Then spraying on an adhesion promoter (available in most auto parts stores), then spray your color, then overcote with Auto clear cote. Worked for me!!

Bill in WV

Did you hang the rod vertically while you let it dry? or turn it in the rod dryer?

Ked,

Sorry, didn't mention that. If your doing it an unfinished basement, as I do, hang from the butt end in a spring clamp (clothespin type) hooked onto a short bungee cord attached to a nail in a joist.

Bill in WV

As William said is the way I do it.If you dry it in the drier you will have no support in the middle.Also less chance of a run or sag when it is hanging.`ve used several methods the best I`ve found is a professional auto body paint and clear coat that is 2 part,but the stuff inthe spray can will work also.

Freddwhy (Rapt-Ryte)