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3 months ago
John Cates
If I may add...
At Flex Coat, all of our equipment is manufactured and assembled by hand in Driftwood, Tx and is OEM quality. That means you buy it once and we back it up. If you are ever left less than happy with a Flex Coat product, call me and I will make it right.
Our equipment is compatible up and down the line and there are no upgrades to buy because the best is what we do the first
Forum: rodboard 4 months ago
John Cates
As for Flex Coat CP, mix or shake, just avoid froth. And while we are on the subject, don't let it freeze.
To test our CP brush it out on some clear acetate and let it dry. If it dries clear, its good.
Forum: rodboard 5 months ago
John Cates
4. Re: Brushes
Chris
The EBC lasts a long time...
I definitely like the idea of disposing of the used EBC before it gets too dirty. A small amount (say 5-10cc) in a bottle or mixing cup should be able to clean a dozen or more brushes. To help with the life span of the EBC, thoroughly wipe the liquid epoxy with a paper towel first.
Thanks for posting!
Forum: rodboard 5 months ago
John Cates
6. Brushes
RBO community, it is my pleasure to present to you our latest video covering our Professional Brushes and Epoxy Brush Cleaner. I have been working for months with our manufacturer and our OEM customers to develop and test these brushes. Much back and forth...
We offer 4 sizes, in 2 styles: #4Round, #6Flat, #8Flat & #10Flat. The multi diameter synthetic bristles are densely arranged glu
Forum: rodboard 5 months ago
John Cates
I sent it to the email you have on your profile of this page, is that a good email for you?
I want to send you an extra copy of the magazine that I have and I need your mailing address.
You can email me at flexcoat@gmail.com
Forum: rodboard 5 months ago
John Cates
Here is another solution to the clogged filter problem for shop vacs:
Forum: rodboard 5 months ago
John Cates
Do you have an outdoor table? Use the Flex Coat Lathe Setup with a drill you already have outside and let the dust fly. No filters, fans or vacs needed. As easy as it gets.
Forum: rodboard 5 months ago
John Cates
Ernie
Yes and no. We believe in finishing a rod at 100 to 200 RPMs and curing at 6 to 40 RPMs. The 100 to 200 RPMs works really really really well at quickly and efficiently getting the finish where you want it and soaked into the thread effectively. Then move to a slower motor for curing or like with our variable speed motor, turn it down to 40 RPMs and cure the finish on the same motor.
Forum: rodboard 6 months ago
John Cates
I don't know if this is funny but completely true. It was 1990 and I was in the 8th grade. Roger Seiders came into my Industrial Arts class to teach us all to build fishing rods. It was an ultra lite spinning rod. I spent weeks making a custom handle with cork rings and wrapping the rod with black and silver thread. I finished the rod with Flex Coat Highbuild and took it to my Grandparents'
Forum: rodboard 7 months ago
John Cates
Howdy Folks!
So here it is, again. You talked and I listened. I packed this latest version with all I could. Faster top speed (680RPMs), digital volt read out, motor height and position adjustments, better ergonomics, 4 thread spools, 4 tension devices, ceramic thread guide, Tite Tip Rod Roller, accessories, accessories, accessories...
Still OEM quality, still the best, still made by han
Forum: rodboard 9 months ago
John Cates
John
We got you, check out the pilot and reverse pilot bits from Flex Coat. These bits and a little know how will help you eliminate that problem. Here is a listing and some videos:
Forum: rodboard 10 months ago
John Cates
Mark
Wow very nice! But I am curious, have you ever had any attention to detail???
Forum: rodboard 10 months ago
John Cates
17. Re: Epoxy
This video is what made my finishing game actually work and get level glass like results. Though this video starts talking about our brushes, that should not be confused with competitors that they made the same color, it finishes with a technique that is easy to understand and use, while not overworking the finish. I went from wavy, uneven finish to smooth, flawless finish in a snap. I just ha
Forum: rodboard 10 months ago
John Cates
19. Re: Mixing Epoxy
Hey there is no doubt that we could make an epoxy mixer and sell a lot of them, but we don't like them. We mix by hand and recommend it. Think of it as signing off on it being completely mixed.
Here is how we do it:
Forum: rodboard 11 months ago
John Cates
Hello all. Evidently the horse isn't dead yet. Consider this the death blow.
Available at many of our dealers as well as flexcoat.com
Forum: rodboard 11 months ago
John Cates
Spacing has many variables and Tom's advice is solid. However, as far as alignment, check out our video:
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
John Cates
When we shot this video it changed my life. I had the same wavy problems up until I learned this technique from Roger Seiders. Check it out:
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
John Cates
Al
Give me a call if you want to talk about this. 512-858-7742
Also, here is our video on our Flex Coat Lathe Setup
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
John Cates
Here is a much shorter video we made that literally changed my life when it comes to finish application. Now I get it like glass.
and here is another, longer 10 minute version
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
John Cates
Mark
Normally we ship it in at a full length of 93.5", however, I have made several to be two pieces at 47" long to fit the needs of the rod builder. I would be happy to talk to you about this. Please email me at flexcoat@gmail.com
I am out of the office today but I can receive email and talk on
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