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Title: How Much Smooth-On per Bow
Post by: Cupcake on May 13, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Pardon me if this is an old question.

How much Smooth-On does one need to mix for a given bow?

I am going to make a 66" R/D longbow with three laminations and glass.  I hate to waste stuff.
Title: Re: How Much Smooth-On per Bow
Post by: Jason Kendall on May 13, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
4oz of each is what I use. Your usage may vary.
Title: Re: How Much Smooth-On per Bow
Post by: kennym on May 13, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
What Jason said. I use the little plastic(not wax paper) bathroom cups for measure.You mix what you estimate to need,but have plenty time to mix more if needed. Be sure to use a different paddle for resin and hardener. I mix in a CLEAN plastic bowl with a smooth bottom,can usually pop out leftover glue after it dries. We wanna see the bow too!
Title: Re: How Much Smooth-On per Bow
Post by: Hot Hap on May 13, 2008, 10:03:00 PM
If it looks as good as the spine testers Cupcake makes, it'll be a looker. Hap
Title: Re: How Much Smooth-On per Bow
Post by: Cupcake on May 13, 2008, 10:09:00 PM
Thanks for the data.

I am getting pretty excited about this.  If things go according to plan I should be gluing Memorial weekend.

The first one will be fairly plain; but, the fantasies that I have for the future are pretty cool.

I look at bows like Norm Johnson makes and hope I can get within spitting distance of that caliber.

Stay tuned...