Thanks Mike
That's exactly the info I needed. If I follow your directions will my wheel
look as good as yours do?
Rick
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> From: mlempert@bellsouth.net
> Hello Rick. Give it a quick sanding with 400 grit after you're removed all
> the old finish and grime. Pay attention to the metal as well - inside and
> outside rim edges - as scratch marks will be very noticeable there. A few
> wipes with the sandpaper should do it. Tape the spokes with blue painters
> tape (it removes easily) where they meet the wood. I use a couple of
> different products, but you can get away with a spar urethane like Minwax
> Helmsman Spar Urethane - High Gloss; it's widely available. Sand lightly in
> between coats with the 400 paper using long strokes. Three or four coats
> should do it. Don't put it on too heavily and watch for drips, especially
> around the spokes. When you're all done, use a sharp razor knife to
> carefully score around the spoke in the crease where the metal meets the
> wood. This will allow you to remove the tape without risk of pulling finish
> with it. You can then clean up any residue on the spokes with mineral
> spirits using a soft shop towel like the blue paper ones.
>
> Good luck.
>
> Regards,
> Mike Lempert
> http://www.lempertwheels.com
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