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Black Diamond Surface Adjustment Question
« on: March 08, 2010, 09:00:23 AM »
Has anyone who has a Black Diamond tried adjusting the coverstock from OOB? I want to take the surface down to smooth out the back end reaction a bit. Any suggestions appreciated.
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Re: Black Diamond Surface Adjustment Question
« Reply #1 on: March 08, 2010, 05:23:30 PM »
I have tried several different surfaces on mine. I'm currently using 4000 grit without polish. That seems to work best for my style and where I bowl.

The OOB finish never worked for me. But mine was sheen when I got it. I even took it to an almost mirror polish, which gave an interesting look on the lane, but the 4000 grit seems to be the best.
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Re: Black Diamond Surface Adjustment Question
« Reply #2 on: March 08, 2010, 05:53:19 PM »
I've had very good success with mine at 2000 Abralon and a hint of Legends Polish.  I too, have tried several surface alterations and finally settled on the above mentioned one.
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Re: Black Diamond Surface Adjustment Question
« Reply #3 on: March 09, 2010, 07:04:36 AM »
Thanksfor the replies. I have been thinking 2000 abralon without polish myself. I'll give it a try.
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