Another touch up

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Paul C
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Another touch up

Post by Paul C » Mon Jun 26, 2017 11:07 am

Any harm in going over a tru oil that's been on for few years with tru oil again. Any precautions or suggestions. Prep?

Dave Bagwill
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Re: Another touch up

Post by Dave Bagwill » Wed Jun 28, 2017 2:58 pm

Spot-repair is kinda tricky but can be done. OTOH, it is an easy matter to scuff-sand level an entire back (or top/sides) and re-coat with the TO. Taping off bindings etc would still have to be done if you want to protect them.

You can also use a 50/50 TO and min spirit mix for a couple of thin coats.

edit: for those that use TO, here's the best price I've run across - 32oz for $20.
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/15561 ... ish-liquid
-Under permanent construction

Paul C
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Re: Another touch up

Post by Paul C » Thu Jul 06, 2017 7:57 pm

Thanks for the tip Dave.

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