12-11-2004, 09:15 PM
To remove old guides I use a single edge razor blade at the top of the guide foot to slice off the thread. The guide foot will prevent slicing into the blank. Then you should have a loose tag end to just unravel the old thread. Commercial builders sometimes use a really brittle finish that tends to fly off as you unravel. Safety glasses would be a good idea.
For underwraps I use the same method. VERY carefully cut the thread. A brand new razor blade helps here as you won't have to force anything. I ya cut into the blank, well...
A little sanding with 200 grit to smooth down the old finish & yer ready to rewrap.
Fishslayer
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For underwraps I use the same method. VERY carefully cut the thread. A brand new razor blade helps here as you won't have to force anything. I ya cut into the blank, well...
A little sanding with 200 grit to smooth down the old finish & yer ready to rewrap.
Fishslayer
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