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Offline artcher1

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #30 on: August 20, 2013, 01:11:31 pm »
Well, I've used leather punch-outs made to resemble knots for fixes such as this. Little leathers designs were glued down for fixes also. Use your imagination. Done half a dozen bows this way and none failed due to their fixes. Probably just the super glue is all that's needed. Who knows though. Good luck with it............Art

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #31 on: August 20, 2013, 01:49:32 pm »
I think were allowed to say nipples on here Art  ;)  ;D ... thanks for the info and images in my head now  :laugh:

Offline Joec123able

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #32 on: August 20, 2013, 01:57:06 pm »
Most entertaining thread I've read on here lol  >:D
I like osage

Offline Roy

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #33 on: August 20, 2013, 02:36:32 pm »
Maybe tear them splinters out and fill the crack up with silly putty! Then super glue over top and then the duct tape.  ;)

Offline dbb

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #34 on: August 20, 2013, 03:27:42 pm »
Boa and python skins are unbelivably strong.
I have skinned a few and i use all my weight (200+lbs) and all my strenght to pull the skin off and i have never had one rip from a clean cut edge.
I would trust the snake without the rawhide,but thats me.

Edit: Im talking of snakes atleast 7-8' in lenght,i have a 15'+ burmese skin i wouldnt hesitate to use pulling a truck with!
« Last Edit: August 20, 2013, 03:50:13 pm by dbb »
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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #35 on: August 20, 2013, 04:49:15 pm »
Maybe tear them splinters out and fill the crack up with silly putty! Then super glue over top and then the duct tape.  ;)

I think I'm gonna go with this advice...that's the best plan /idea I've heard all day...I'm heading to the shop right now to cook up that recipe...  ;D

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #36 on: August 20, 2013, 04:53:39 pm »
hi guys haven't been on for a while. been too busy with the bow business. I haven't heard a great fix yet, so i will mention. Did ya know dental floss works well with super glue. wrap the bow and it is transparent. If you like, Python, is the best if you have, for backing as it probably won't change the till.Also will put up with anything.lol I have found natural hides and boo are your best choice for osage, hickory is okay if the stave is near perfect. But Osage will overpower it, if there is an imperfection. this is my findings anyway. Denny

Offline Roy

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #37 on: August 20, 2013, 06:14:55 pm »
Don't be stealing the kids silly putty, Dad... :) Buy yer own.. Bring it to the shoot this weekend and I'll fix it for ya son..

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #38 on: August 20, 2013, 08:10:23 pm »
Guess I'll have to take the pieces to show ya....as I took your advice and its now in pieces....I'm suing your @$$... :laugh:  I'll bring it if its not being sealed  and still alive... ;)

Offline Danzn Bar

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #39 on: August 20, 2013, 10:32:47 pm »
Glad to see you posting Chris, haven't seen anything from you in a while.  I learn something every time.  I'm working on a Blackhawk inspired molly right now and got about 75 shots through her but the jury is still out.
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Offline Dvshunter

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #40 on: August 20, 2013, 10:37:48 pm »
If you use duct tape remember the sticky side goes down and two layers is better than one. Also be careful what finish you use over it as some will destroy the plastic coating.
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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #41 on: August 20, 2013, 11:59:29 pm »
I woul try 2" diameter heat shrink tubing. Slide the whole bow in and hit it with yor heat gun. ::)
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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #42 on: August 21, 2013, 01:06:10 am »
I'm pretty sure with the handle on da wrong side if you spin her around and shooter backerds u'll be ok >:D
Is this bow making a sickness? or the cure...

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #43 on: August 21, 2013, 07:15:43 am »
You guys are all kinds of help... ::) ..gee thanks  :laugh:

Cool bill...can't wait to see it :)

Offline Roy

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Re: need some reassurance on a fix
« Reply #44 on: August 21, 2013, 07:26:48 am »
So anyways, what did ya do with it last night?