I put the first coat on the guides this morning, can I put on the second after 6 hours
guides a little tackdey
thank you
Jim

Hi Jim,

I use Threadmaster, and almost always put my next coat on after 6 hours. I usually work in 78-82 degree temperatures, which slightly speeds the curing time.

Take care,

Chris

It depends on epoxy being used and the temperature of the place. I think you should always leave the tray / cup so you can check when it is no longer too tacky ... I don't think slightly tacky is a problem. In my case with Prokote and 75 degrees, 8 hours or so is usually a perfect time.

before applying the next coat warm the finish up with a hair dryer, your applications will flow better and it decreases the down time after recoating.You will also have less bubbles in your mix. The down side , it dries faster and may limit the amt of guides you can do. I think with tacky you can recoat.



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Bill, are you using the hair dryer to warm the finish already on the rod, or the stuff in the cup for the next coat?

Hi Chip, use it in both instances. Here is what I do . Measure it out, heat it with a hair dryer till its almost the consistancy of water . Mix , then a little blast afterwards to knock out the small bubbles, After Ive coated if there is any that need for bubble killing I repeat.. The hair dryer is great it never bubbles the finish.If Im using the hair dryer on finished guides I always point the dryer toward the cieling I feel there are less chances of getting something on the wraps. Its not for everyone . Have any more questions Ill be glad to help



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/11/2015 12:49PM by Bill Cohen.