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Plug Building - Got Wood? Got Plug?

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Old 04-17-2014, 10:33 AM   #1
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No bubbling when dipping. I have been using KBS for 4 years and when we started custom turning bats, I researched one part clear coats and on advice of a popular plug builder, I contacted the company. My concern was using over wood and holding up to abuse. One point he did make was to allow any paint to thoroughly dry/cure prior to overcoating w/ clear coat. This allows ample time for gassing out which help stop bubbling. Any bats we paint, we wait 4 days. Haven't had any returns for paint flaws. On lures, 3 coats is recommended for saltwater immersion. I will add a 20% thinning w/ KBS thinner is a great sealer/hardener. Sanded w/220 grit then coated w/ full strength, one coat. Many customers prefer a satin sanded finish 220 grit rather than a overcoat of full strength for aesthetics. This clear coat is amazing to keep clean. Hitting tee mark, balls and bat marks wipe off with a cleaner. Xylol cleans par tar right off too. may only bitch is the storing. I have numerous times spoken to the company for a better container or dispensing. At $60.00 a qt. , I meticulously store by vacuum sealing in canning jars. Hope this long winded post helps.

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Old 04-17-2014, 02:01 PM   #2
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It does help -- thank you for all the information.

When KBS is used as a sealer, do you have a hard time priming/painting over it? I see their marketing page stressed its use as graffiti protection so I imagine adhesion is an issue(?)

PS: What do you make your bats out of? Do you have a pic' or two? I just think that's a cool hobby.
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