Another solution will be to extend the wrap to the other side of the ring. Aesthetically will give a better look to the rod and its the end of this kind of problems. I do it this way. Going to post a photo in here with an example.
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What Tom says fits perfectly with what happens with the kind of pigment used in this situation and for strange that it sounds some colors of this pigment take more time to cure than others. Let it cure for a few more days and than apply other coat of finish.
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My condolences to the family and friends.
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A book from a rodbuilding encyclopedia its special! I want a copy in February!
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I use Pro Kote High build and i only do two things: i warm a little the two components separated and than mix them and when i transfer it to a foil and if i have bubbles i apply heat from under the foil not directly to the finish. That will make the bubbles came to the surface and just need a small blow with the heat gun directly to the finish. Hope this can help you.
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If you want 11´try the American Tackle ATX Surf in medium and heavy power. I use them for a long time with zero problems.
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Usually i use split grips on slow pitch rods just because of the weight. The slow pitch rod its supposed to be a light rod that will make most of the fisherman work to animate the bait so split grip its more adequate to that function and if you observe the way you work with the rod theres no need to make a full grip. But as always in custom rodbuilding its not a rule.
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Did you use color preserver? If yes its possible that he was not dry enough and makes that blue look on the thread.
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Darrel, did you get my email? If not let me know.
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Howard suggestion its a very good one! Next year i will make an article about the way i make my decals.
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The photos are on the photo page
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I just posted a few photos of three rods that i build a few years back, Hulk, Iron Man and Silver Surfer. Maybe you can get some inspiration from them.
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Welcome to the forum! Looks interesting. Will you have a booth on the ICRBE in February?
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Welcome to the forum! Looks interesting. Will you have a booth on the ICRBE in February?
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My condolences to all the friends and family. Abraço
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I am counting to be there again! Cant wait to see all you guys again. Nuno
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Custom rod building it’s a form of art that uses science to achieve its goals. Personally i try to use science in small doses in my builds. I just use it on the technical issues that implies with the performance and in what the client needs. The decorative part i just let my inspiration and imagination do all the work. If you rationalize it to much will be no place for art and you will be ju
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Cant wait to be there again! Abraço Nuno
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Just want to say Merry Christmas to all rodbuilders in the world and theres no better place to do that! Have a great one! Abraço Nuno
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On the work bar you have a button that says "UPLOAD PHOTOS" in yellow letters. Nuno
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I have build several rods with the American Tackle travel series blanks and they are amazing. Four different actions all with 7'. Could be a solution for your needs! Nuno
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Chuck, If you build over hundred MHX you are not a novice so you must know how to see the diference between blanks. Buy a Bushido and compare it to the other blanks that you know and take your own conclusions. Its the best and more honest way to advice in a proper way your client. Abraço Nuno
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I usually make big decals so always make a wrap over the edges of the decal and use CP to prevent any problems. Never have a lifting problem. Abraço Nuno
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If anyone wants some English translation of any piece of the video just let me know. Abraço Nuno
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This was the year that was possible for me to fulfill my dream. Cant express by words everything that this represented to me. I just want to say thank you to everybody that make me fill in home, thank you to the Bad Gang, thank you Cork4us for everything, thank you to American Tackle and my brother Don and thank you to Tom Kirkman for make this possible and for everything that you do to make t
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So i am safe! Not to cold! My prayers where listen. Abraço Nuno
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American Tackle series ATX. I use them for a long time with no complains from the costumers. Abraço Nuno
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Happy Birthday Tom! Many more full of strength to keep pushing this craft forward its my wish to you. Have a nice day my friend. Nuno Paulino
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Robert, Can you give me an email or tell me how can i know more about this. Thank you! Abraço Nuno
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We need a good supplies shop in Europe! Yesterday i made an order from the USA and i pay 100 dollars shipping cost from a 185 dollars order and now will pay more 100 dollars in taxes. Its hard to work this way. Abraço Nuno P.S. Any jobs for a Portuguese builder in the USA?
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