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Title: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Big Sneaky on March 11, 2010, 09:35:00 PM
Hey guys,  I have a set of ACS CX limbs that have seen some use from hunting.  I was wanting to class them up a little.  I have thought about either getting them dipped or having snake skins put on.  If you have any ideas let's hear them.  Thanks, Cade.
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: daveycrockett on March 11, 2010, 09:39:00 PM
I'd dip "em.  :bigsmyl:
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Post by: elkken on March 11, 2010, 09:59:00 PM
I second the dip idea  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Big Sneaky on March 11, 2010, 10:03:00 PM
I have been wanting to dip one.  Only problem is I can't decide what pattern to got with.  I can't do the all camo.  If you were to get a set of limbs dipped what would you go with?  Limbs will go on a wood riser.
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: vermonster13 on March 11, 2010, 10:08:00 PM
Wood riser = skins

Metal riser = dipped
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Keith Karr on March 11, 2010, 10:48:00 PM
Cade,

I am thinking about getting a set of winex limbs done in the black carbon fiber pattern to go with a Morrison ILF riser that is Charcoal Dymondwood. Talked to BigJim today and he plans to have a sample at our shoot Saturday.

Take a look at it on his web site.
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Rick Wiltshire on March 11, 2010, 10:55:00 PM
I know it is not what you asked, but I would leave them be.  Nothing like hard earned dings/scratches to give a bow some character.
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: flycastr on March 12, 2010, 01:24:00 AM
I would call Larry & Dan at A & H and ask their opinion.
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Post by: JARHEAD1371 on March 12, 2010, 02:09:00 AM
What kind of wood is the riser? A pic or two would help with the decision.
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Post by: Cherokee Scout on March 12, 2010, 06:56:00 AM
I did this for limbs on metal riser.
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff176/srtaphotos/45lblimbs.jpg)
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff176/srtaphotos/45lblimbs2.jpg)
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Lenny Stankowitz on March 12, 2010, 07:20:00 AM
For what you would spend on skins or film dip, you could probably have the entire bow refinished, certainly just the limbs.  If it were me, that's probably the route I'd go.
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: KentuckyTJ on March 12, 2010, 07:39:00 AM
Skin 'em up man!
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Post by: slivrslingr on March 12, 2010, 07:44:00 AM
Skins, camo as nature intended!
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Pointer on March 12, 2010, 08:43:00 AM
Skinning looks cooler....dipping is more durable
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Predator Man on March 12, 2010, 09:46:00 AM
carbon dip would look modern, skins old school, or predator green would just look awesome.
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: A.S. on March 12, 2010, 06:31:00 PM
Here's one that I skinned myself. I'm still kicking myself for selling it. Man, I need help!!

(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w3/bowcrazy_photos/riserandsnakelimbs.jpg)
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: Big Sneaky on March 12, 2010, 10:06:00 PM
A.S. those look awesome!  Cherokee Scout, I like how those are dipped.  

Does anyone know when you skin limbs, is the finish put on just the skins or the whole limb?

I knew you guys would have some great ideas!
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: A.S. on March 13, 2010, 06:09:00 AM
Here's a great tutorial for doing your own skin job. It was surprisingly easy, and I was impressed with my end result.

http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=000062#000000
Title: Re: Ideas for ACS limbs
Post by: A.S. on March 13, 2010, 06:22:00 AM
Oh yeah, I rubbed on 4 or 5 coats of Tru-Oil on the skins, then sprayed a couple light coats of Krylon Matte finish to cut down on the shine.