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Butyl Cellosolve to reflow 70s Gibson lacquer
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Butyl Cellosolve to reflow 70s Gibson lacquer
I consulted the Flexner book for reference using butyl cellosolve in lacquer. As expected it says ratios into lacquer are trial and error.
I’m looking for an answer to best re-flow 70s Gibson lacquer to melt with new over sprayed lacquer. What’s my best bet ratio butyl/lacquer to avoid adhesion issues?
Thanks in advance!
-Brent
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You can actually spray butyl directly on Nitro. I often do this to “wake up” old finish before applying more. If anything you will be improving adhesion by adding butyl but it will take a bit longer to cure before you can sand and buff. If I’m adding butyl to avoid blushing during high humidity events (or low for that matter) I only add about 15%-25% to my lacquer. But, like I said it will take longer to cure (gas off).
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Thanks for the insight! I do feel like I remember hearing at some point you could spray butyl directly onto the old lacquer, but I wasn’t sure. Again I appreciate the info!
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Super Blush Retarder is basically butyl and is for exactly that
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Right on. I’ve used Blush retarder a number of times but mostly for small area moisture release. I appreciate the reply and helpful information.
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Do you have a picture of the affliction you could post ?
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Hey Ian, I don’t have a photo unfortunately. The original answer was helpful though, and helped me complete the work.
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