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Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Gary Goldsmith
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Date: October 25, 2020 02:25PM
I completed my first coat on a fly rod. I used a razor blade to cut out a few imperfections and tag ends. Should I wipe down the epoxy before my second coat just to make sure there aren't fingerprints or contaminates? I also need to apply my decal. If so, what should I use? Rubbing alcohol? Thanks.
Gary Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Donald La Mar
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Date: October 25, 2020 03:44PM
Epoxy over a solvent is not a good idea. Use painter's blue tape to remove dust and foreign matter.
Most decals apply better on a thin, level bed of epoxy. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Gary Goldsmith
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Date: October 25, 2020 03:50PM
Ok. Thanks. I'll just use a dry cloth to wipe it off. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Bill Sidney
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Date: October 25, 2020 03:56PM
every person will do it a little different on the wipe down , between coats , I use rubbing A. . an let it dry , some people will say I am crazy but that is what I do , with no problems William Sidney AK Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Lynn Behler
(---.97.252.156.res-cmts.leh.ptd.net)
Date: October 25, 2020 04:31PM
Some of the blue painters tapes contain contaminants. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Herb Ladenheim
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Date: October 25, 2020 05:53PM
I use a tooth brush that is given to you after you have oral surgery. Very soft.
Herb Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
roger wilson
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Date: October 25, 2020 08:17PM
I learned a long time ago, that once I start a rod build with respect to the thread wrapping, I never ever use any type of solvent on anything through the final application of finish.
I have had issues, as well as many of my fellow rod builders have had one or more issues with the use of any sort of solvent or cleaning solution - after the rod has had the guides wrapped. i.e. no solvent either before, during, or after the application of one or more coats of finish. Take care Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Mark Talmo
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Date: October 26, 2020 12:41AM
Gary,
Do not over-think it! Assuming your wrapping environment is relatively clean, apply the second coat of epoxy 18- 36 hours after the initial. Apparently you already have a good procedure to allow for “de-nubbing” the initial coat prior to additional/final coats = very good; keep using it = that’s what I do. There is nothing to be gained from a solvent-wipe which can actually produce/introduce adverse conditions. A very positive (best), chemical bond between layers of epoxies is achieved while the first is still a bit “green”. A chemical bond will always be superior to a mechanical (sanded) bond. If the initial coat of epoxy has cured for more than 48 hours, scuffing the surface should be considered to achieve the best bond in lieu of the optimum chemical bond. To be honest, since thread wraps are not truly structural, 4-5 days between coats could afford adequate results. Mark Talmo FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Gary Goldsmith
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Date: October 26, 2020 09:30AM
Thanks Mark. I just finished up last night. I didn't do anything between coats. Came out great. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
John Cates
(---.austin.res.rr.com)
Date: October 26, 2020 10:54AM
Just keep your hands clean and wipe the knife clean of any oils with DNA before using. If you want to clean the rod, we recommend a citrus based cleaner like Zep for Home Depot. Flex Coat Company Professional Rod Building Supplies www.flexcoat.com Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Lance Schreckenbach
(---.lightspeed.hstntx.sbcglobal.net)
Date: October 27, 2020 10:11PM
When I first started I would get uneven places in the epoxy because I did not have a dryer. I would wind up using sandpaper to even out the hardened epoxy. I found that solvents like DA and Acetone would make the surface sticky and hold the dust to the surface. Water and spit actually work better and doesn't leave any residue. You need to be careful with rags or paper towels because they can leave lent on the surface. Also by using an alcohol burner it will eliminate a lot of dust particles in the epoxy that happen after application while it is still wet. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Lance Schreckenbach
(---.lightspeed.hstntx.sbcglobal.net)
Date: October 27, 2020 10:11PM
Repeat Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 10/27/2020 10:13PM by Lance Schreckenbach. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Tom Kirkman
(Moderator)
Date: October 28, 2020 09:00AM
Cleaning the surface of the wraps, or a first coat of epoxy, typically causes more problems than it solves. Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Bill Kennedy
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Date: November 14, 2020 01:49AM
How do you guys remove the shavings from nubs-etc? They tend to stick to the surface of the rod.
Thanks Re: Cleaning between finish coats
Posted by:
Robert A. Guist
(---.res6.spectrum.com)
Date: November 14, 2020 10:22AM
Hello Bill.
I use a clean dry soft brush. Tight Wraps & Tighter Lines. Bob, New Bern, NC. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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