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Dumb finish question
Posted by:
Rick W
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Date: September 21, 2001 09:24PM
I know this is a real shot in the dark but I'll ask it anyway just in case. A few years ago I wrapped a rod on a white Lamiglas blank. I used white and blue thread with the white for most of the guide wraps. It was Flex Coat finish which came out very nice and smooth. I was pleased. Anyway, after a few months the finish turned a nice pecan brown color and really showed up against the white of the blank. I was sick after having done all that work. But I have continued to use it for a few years and it works well. Now what I want to know is this. I am sick and tired of looking at that brown finish. Is there any way to get rid of the brown without completely stripping off the finish and wraps and starting over? I mean can I do anything to the finish to make it clear? Could I somehow peel off the finish off the wraps and have the wraps still there in good shape? What if I heated the finish and tried to peel it off the wraps? I did use color preserver if that makes a difference. I think I know what the answer is if I want to rid it of the brown finish, but before I start taking everything off I just want to make sure there isn't something I don't know about or have overlooked. Thanks. Re: Dumb finish question
Posted by:
Andy
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Date: September 22, 2001 08:57AM
It is possible that if you carefully heat the finish (to about 120 degrees) it will peel off with the colour preserver keeping the wraps intact. It is worth a try and if it doesn't work you'll be where you thought you would be anyway- a complete rewrap. I've only attempted this once and it worked out - you can get lucky. Andy Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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