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Gorgefly
Post 15 Feb 2023, 16:19 • #1 
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Picked up a Cortland FR-2000 7 1/2 ft. 5/6 today in great shape other than it seems the clear finish on the rod is flaking off like a wax coating. Is there a recommended product for removing it all without damaging the wraps or labeling?
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jgestar
Post 15 Feb 2023, 18:50 • #2 
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Would it be possible to post photos of the finish damage? See this thread for image posting information.

The least damaging option is a Citrus Strip type paint remover. However, any paint remover will also remove wrap finishes and labels. Cover those with a couple layers of blue masking tape to keep the stripper off the things you wish to keep. Be patient, it may take a couple rounds of applying the Citrus Strip before everything is removed.


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Gorgefly
Post 15 Feb 2023, 18:56 • #3 
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Sure. I’ll do that as soon as I am able.
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Gorgefly
Post 18 Mar 2023, 12:37 • #4 
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Sorry just got around to posting pics of the rod I was asking advice on.
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carlz
Post 19 Mar 2023, 18:47 • #5 
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I would try your fingernail and just try to get it so I doesn't look white. Maybe a little denatured alcohol and a green scotchbrite pad. Then cover it with a coat of polycrylic.

That or just fish it.
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retiredfisher1
Post 19 Mar 2023, 19:46 • #6 
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Once all the stripping is done, I usually apply a thin coat of varnish with my fingers.
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jgestar
Post 19 Mar 2023, 19:53 • #7 
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Or, simply fish the rod a few times to make sure you want to put in the effort to refinish it. While the flaking finish isn't pretty, that won't keep the rod from fishing well.


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