Mr Mark
Squeezebaggeroni...
In the past I have used a hotplate with a very small tin pot to keep my wax warm. I have not been able to keep the heat at a consistent temperature with this, either the wax is smoking or hardening. I have seen a bunch of alternative methods out there; from cosmetic wax warmers to small crockpots, which works best for use with a spoon? Ideally I would like something temperature controlled by degrees, not just WARM and HOT. Also, what is the ideal temperature for waxing - I have read 150 - 165 degrees C. In my upcoming rebuild and indeed for all future repairs and builds I would like this to be as ideal as possible. Why go through all the work to rewax and not do it right, right?
Also, unrelated yet also related...I had recently picked up an older used Accordiana where it looks like the original wax is starting to break down and crack, and it also looks like someone has gone over all of these cracks with fresh wax. I'm curious as to opinions on effectiveness of this type of repair. Obviously not ideal, but also a ton less labour intensive. How long will this type of repair hold up? (Do I need to rebuild this as well)?...
Also, unrelated yet also related...I had recently picked up an older used Accordiana where it looks like the original wax is starting to break down and crack, and it also looks like someone has gone over all of these cracks with fresh wax. I'm curious as to opinions on effectiveness of this type of repair. Obviously not ideal, but also a ton less labour intensive. How long will this type of repair hold up? (Do I need to rebuild this as well)?...