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Refinish help needed - model 45 Butterfly
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04-14-2026, 06:25 PM
Very nice job on the cabinet. The resin tubes look like they worked well.
I'll have to try them.
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04-14-2026, 09:12 PM
Looks super, great work. I have a 45L same chassis, mine sounds pretty good hope yours plays well. Paul
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04-15-2026, 06:12 PM
Lacquer coats done.  Now it sits for 3-4 weeks to cure.  Then we wet sand, rubbing compound, polish, then wax.  Time to strip an Arvin 6640.  Fun stuff!  Thanks to everyone for the input and tips! Regarding selection of grill cloth, do you guys follow a standard for what was used, or just pick one that you like the looks of? I’m thinking of using #17 https://www.radiogrillecloth.com/products

       
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04-16-2026, 08:52 AM
Hello George,
Wow, that cabinet looks great and yes I think Grille cloth #17 would be a good match .
Sincerely Richard
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04-16-2026, 11:06 AM
I agree, Richard.
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04-16-2026, 08:33 PM
Thanks Richard and Rod, I’ll go with that grill cloth choice. Appreciate the feedback. George
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