A while ago I had asked a question about thinning val oil that didn't get answered, which I kind of took to mean that was a topic that is maybe considered to be somewhat off limits.
So this weekend I did a big test.
I understand that a lot of you guys have worked hard coming up with something that works, and I don't want to post anything that's gonna tick anyone off. There's been enough of that lately.
Here's what I did. I took a piece of ayc that had knots in it, and turned it round and then chopped it into 2" pieces.
I then sealed those pieces in
1. 50/50 val oil turp and dipped for a short time like you would for linseed oil mix. I dipped it for 10 min.
2. 50/50 val oil/turp, submerged for 10 hours
3. 50/50 val oil to the odorless Thinner, dipped 10 min
4. 50/50 val oil to odorless thnner, submerged 10 hours.
5. Straight val oil, submerged 24 hours.
I let these dry for three days, then I submerged them for 10 hours in water mixed with a dark blue dye, and I let this dry for about 10-12 hours.
Here's what they look like on the outside.
The question is, is it going to tick anyone off if I post what they look like when I cut them in 1/2 ?
I'm heading out for a while, but if anyone has an objection just shoot me a pm and I won't post the pics. No biggy, no names mentioned...
If no one objects I'll post the pics later on tonight...