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lee teano

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« on: September 12, 2014, 01:31:11 AM »
can someone tell me the diff. bowling ball work out tool and a rasp,do they work
the same in the thumb hole.

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« Reply #1 on: September 12, 2014, 02:59:23 AM »
The workout tool 'peels' or scrapes thin layers at a time and leaves a smoother surface than a rasp/file.  Of course, the roughness of the rasp/file may depend on the type of rasp/file.  With the rasp/file that I have, I have found it better for when I have to remove a lot from a thumbhole and then use the workout tool or sandpaper to smooth it out.  If I only need a small amount removed, the workout tool is best suited for that.

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Re: bowling ball tools
« Reply #2 on: September 12, 2014, 10:15:16 AM »
thank mI 2 that was my take on the rasp/file,I will pick up the work out tool
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« Reply #3 on: September 12, 2014, 11:22:11 AM »
Also, good thing to use on thumb holes to make them smooth is drywall sanding screens.
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« Reply #4 on: September 12, 2014, 11:24:38 AM »
Don't forget whenever you work on your thumbhole to check the bevel afterwards as it will probably have changed (unless you don't use any).  Also, nothing wrong with using a rasp/file if you have to remove more faster.  And whenever using either, take it easy, check size often, you don't want to end up with too much removed.
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« Reply #5 on: September 12, 2014, 11:26:24 AM »
Drywall sanding screens - I will have to pick some up and try that.  Thanks for that tip, Impending Doom.
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« Reply #6 on: September 12, 2014, 11:30:13 AM »
I don't leave home with my equipment without them. Removes a decent amount, doesn't leave the surface too rough, and can be cleaned out because of the holes.
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« Reply #7 on: September 12, 2014, 10:54:39 PM »
I've been using the sanding screens for several years. Ace Hardware carries several grits. When you use one so many times that it is worn out and won't remove hardly if anything, keep it and use it when your thumb hole gets sticky. It immediately cleans it up and slickens it without removing any material.
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« Reply #8 on: September 13, 2014, 12:56:13 PM »
I use the three sided bowling knife which works great on thumb inserts. A small round wood dowel and wrap 180 grit wet/ dry sandpaper around it to smooth out or remove what you need. I leave the edges sharp after the slug is drilled out and use the 180 grit paper to shape the bevel to the way I like it. Sometimes the rasp and workout tool will remove more material than needed, so you have to be extra careful.
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