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Wax Removal

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Wax Removal

Sean Troy

>Hey all, I have a nice size Coolie Bah burl cap. ( I know the spelling is wrong)The whole cap both sides is covered in wax. How can I remove the wax on the bumpy outside? Thanks, Sean

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Sean Troy

>Thanks, I'll try it. Sean

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Jim Pugh in Elyria, OH

>Something I tried during the last couple of days is to use a heat gun. Wear a heavy glove on the hand holding the piece. Stand the piece up so the wax runs off. Put it on something that will absorb the wax. This method doesn't remove all of it but will probably get into the 90% range.

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